Horizontal Festival Returns to Centennial Vineyards in Bowral this October Long Weekend

Horizontal Festival returns to Centennial Vineyards in Bowral this October Long Weekend with a culinary program centred around fire, flavour, and moments of connection. 

Wine and food lovers mark your diary for 2 to 4 October 2026, as the vineyard estate once again hosts a thoughtfully curated event featuring food, wine, music, and art, highlighted this year by the arrival of Francis Mallmann. The Argentine chef, internationally renowned for his expertise in open flame cooking.

Cooking over wood and embers, Mallman draws flavour  from smoke, time and restraint. At Horizontal, he will lead a series of intimate fire-led sessions within  the Our Food Stories program, inviting guests to gather close as dishes are prepared slowly over flame.  These experiences are structured as shared tables rather than staged demonstrations, with  conversation unfolding alongside the cooking. 

On Monday 5 October, Mallmann will host a six course lunch - Osborn House Fiesta del Fuego with  Francis Mallmann in Bundanoon. Set within the grounds of the historic estate, the lunch will centre on  live fire technique and seasonal produce.

Other Highlights of Horizontal Festival

• More than 80 NSW producers will present their work across the  vineyard grounds, from cool climate wines and small-batch spirits to craft beers, ciders, artisan  cheeses, charcuterie and estate-grown ingredients. 

• Sparkling, white and reds.

• Small-batch spirits, craft beers and ciders, allowing guests to taste across regions while  preserving the palate.

• Pop up farm cafés and produce-driven kitchens will serve seasonal  dishes

• Live music
  

In 2026 the Festival ise also adding the Satellite Festival Events held pre and post the Centennial  Vineyards 3-day celebration at different locations around the Southern Highlands. The first one - Osborn House Fiesta del Fuego with Francis Mallmann -is on sale now with limited spaces available.  Experience a 6 course Live Fire Lunch at Osborn House on Monday 5 March from 12 onward. 

Early Bird ticket releases on sale Tuesday 7 April | 15% off listed prices below 

• General Admission $59 

• Platinum $149 

General Admission includes wine tastings, distillery and cheese tastings, live music, art installations  and a take home festival glass. Platinum guests receive priority entry, access to the Platinum Lounge, a  welcome cocktail, exclusive tastings and return bus transfers from Bowral Railway Station. 

The full 2026 program will be announced in the coming months. 

Tickets and information are available at www.horizontalfestival.com.au 

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