Sydney

Lifesaver on Sydney HarbourANZAC Day in SydneyAnzac Day Sydney dawn service centres on Martin place and the Cenotaph memorial starting at 4.15am on 25th April. This traditional and moving event has become so popular that audience areas now extend down George Street with many TV screens setup for those to see. Many Sydney audience areas fill by 3am.

Once the Anzac Day Sydney Dawn service is complete a great many venues and cafes will be open to cater for breakfast. A fab opportunity to chat and reminisce. Later in the morning the traditional Anzac Day March takes place between Martin place and Hyde Park with tens of thousands of well wishers paying tribute and saluting the Diggers.

In the afternoon sanctioned sporting events take place and venues will be open to have a friendly drink, meals and of course a game of Two-Up! Make sure you enjoy your Anzac Day in Sydney!

ANZAC Day Sydney 2025 and NSW events and ideas

Here is our guide to events and ideas in Sydney and NSW on ANZAC Day.

  • Anzac Day at Eastbank

    Eastbank

    Sydney | 02 9241 6722

    Anzac Day Dining

    Recharge yourself after commemorating Anzac Day with a meal at Eastbank. Featuring a menu offering traditional Italian dishes with a modern Australian touch.

    Open for Lunch and Dinner

  • Anzac Day at Searock

    Searock Grill

    Sydney | 02 9252 0777

    Anzac Day Dining

    After your Anzac Day commemorations refresh with a meal at Searock Grill. You'll be treated to the very best Australian Steak and Seafood.

    Open for Lunch and Dinner

ANZAC Day Sydney 2025 Community Events

LOCATIONVENUEEVENTCOMMENTS
Sydney Sydney Cenotaph, Martin Place
Sydney ANZAC Day Dawn Service Arrive early (around 3am) for this event as crowds can be quite large. The service starts around 4am. Most revered event. You can head into CBD venues for breakfast afterwards.
Sydney Elizabeth Street
Sydney ANZAC Day March This annual event starts around 9am. Veterans and some family descendants. Very moving ceremony embraced by Sydney.

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Summary
Event
Anzac Day in Sydney Commemorations and Community Events Guide
Location
Sydney Anzac Day, Sydney CBD, Sydney, New South Wales 2000
Starting on
April 25, 2025
Ending on
April 25, 2025
Description
Anzac Day commemorations guide to ideas and community events in Sydney. Ideas including festivities, parades and dining options. Have a solemn Anzac Day in Sydney, New South Wales.