Hayu October 2026 highlights – Hayu is serving a packed month of reality television in October, led by the return of The Real Housewives of Potomac and Below Deck, plus the debut of the new Palm Beach series The Golden Life.
The three premieres give Australian subscribers a mix of established franchises and a brand-new ensemble. Potomac returns with familiar faces and a new Housewife, Below Deck heads back to Phuket for the first time since 2019, and The Golden Life follows New York snowbirds chasing luxury and romance in Florida.
Several current franchises also continue through the month, including The Real Housewives of London, Below Deck Mediterranean, The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City and The Real Housewives of Orange County.
New on Hayu in October 2026
The Real Housewives of Potomac Season 11
Premieres Monday 12 October
Season 11 begins a period of growth and change for the Potomac group. Karen Huger, Gizelle Bryant, Ashley Darby, Dr Wendy Osefo, Stacey Rusch and Tia Glover return, while event designer Courtney Ajinça joins as a new Housewife.
Karen’s return brings a focus on wellness, reinvention and personal growth. Across the wider group, old friendships are tested and new alliances form as the women navigate business, family and their shifting relationships.
Below Deck Season 13
Premieres Tuesday 13 October
Below Deck returns to Phuket for the first time since 2019, with Captain Kerry Titheradge in command of motor yacht Azul V. The crew must deliver white-glove service for demanding charter guests while managing the pressures and personal dynamics below deck.
The Thailand setting provides a fresh backdrop for a season that will balance luxury itineraries with the workplace conflicts and romances that have become central to the franchise.
The Golden Life Season 1
Premieres Wednesday 21 October
This new series follows a group of New York snowbirds as they trade the city for Palm Beach and the wider Florida social scene. The first season promises yacht parties, romantic flings and access to a wealthy circle determined to make the most of the winter season.
The group’s calendar includes the Gay Polo League, a Miami girls’ weekend and a luxury shop-and-sip event. The series will explore how friendships and relationships hold up when business, status and holiday romance collide.
Continuing weekly on Hayu in October
- Watch What Happens Live Season 23 – new episodes Monday to Friday
- The Real Housewives of London Season 2 – Mondays
- The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Roaring 20th Season 5 – Mondays
- Below Deck Mediterranean Season 11 – Tuesdays
- The Real Housewives of New York City Season 16 – Wednesdays
- Hayu Presents… – Thursdays
- The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City Season 7 – Thursdays
- The Real Housewives of Orange County Season 20 – Fridays
The ongoing schedule means Hayu will have fresh episodes across every weekday in October. The month’s combination of new seasons and continuing franchises is anchored by the Monday-to-Friday run of Watch What Happens Live.
Hayu’s October 2026 highlights stream in Australia across the month, with new episodes available on the dates listed above.
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