2026 Anzac Day program

Anzac Day is our national day of commemoration.

On Saturday 25 April 2026, the Australian War Memorial will mark the 111th anniversary of the Gallipoli landings and commemorate all Australians who have served in times of peace and war.

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2026 Anzac Day program
Pre-dawn activities
Dawn Service
National Commemorative Service
Last Post Ceremony
Visitor information

2026 Anzac Day program

Pre-dawn activities

Projections

Images from the Memorial’s rich photographic collection will be projected onto the building from dusk to midnight on Thursday 23 April and again on Friday 24 April until just before the Dawn Service.

Readings

From 4.30 am, representatives from the Australian Defence Force will read excerpts from letters and diaries of Australians who experienced the realities of war first-hand.

Dawn Service

5.30 to 6 am, Parade Ground

The Commemorative address will be delivered by Flying Officer Kbora Ali.

This is a standing ceremony. Visitors are welcome to use the seating in place for the National Commemorative Service and RSL ACT Branch Veterans’ March later that morning.

After the Dawn Service, the Commemorative Area will open to the public from 6.30 am to 7.30 am. No tickets are required.

If you’re unable to attend in person, the service will be broadcast live on ABC TV and ABC iView.

Please note:

• The Dawn Service is a standing ceremony held in the dark before sunrise. Conditions are often cold and visitors are encouraged to dress accordingly and prepare for the weather.
• Please remain aware of your surroundings. The grounds may be uneven and could be icy or slippery in the early morning. Take care when entering the Memorial grounds and moving around the site.
• Allow plenty of time to travel safely to the Memorial. We recommend taking public transport.
• If you’re walking to the Memorial via Anzac Parade, please use the footpaths and stay off the road as shuttle buses will be operating.
• On-site lighting will be in place until 5.20 am.

National Commemorative Service

9.30 to approx. 11.30 am, Parade Ground

Includes the RSL ACT Branch Veterans’ March

The Anzac Day Address will be delivered by Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston AK AFC (Retd).

Members of the public are encouraged to attend.

Unallocated seating will be available around the Parade Ground.

Large viewing screens will be positioned within the Memorial grounds adjacent to the service. Visitors are welcome to bring their own seating or rugs to view the proceedings safely from these areas.

If you’re unable to attend in person, the service will be broadcast live on ABC TV and ABC iView from 9.30 am (AEST).

Last Post Ceremony

4.30 pm, Commemorative Area

Tickets are not required to attend.

The live stream will be available on the Memorial YouTube channel from 4.30 pm AEDT.

Visitor information

Map of the grounds

For further enquiries regarding the Anzac Day commemorative program, please email ceremony@awm.gov.au or call (02) 6206 9813 (note this is a voicemail—please leave a message and we'll return your call).