Anzac Day Adelaide commemorative services consist of dawn services, marches and gatherings rolling back the clock with activities like two up. The National War memorial in Adelaide's North Terrace near government house is the focus for the dawn service. This is truly a respectful and honouring service. It can be cold in the early morning so rugs are advisable.
After the service many venues in Adelaide have opened up for breakfast Anzac crowds and it's an opportune time to get a coffee and bite to eat. The commemorative march is next and this special event provides time to clap and cheer!
Lunch time arrives quickly and after the marches diggers and family throng to venues to meet up and enjoy some traditional digger activities like two up and taking an interest in Aussie sports like horse racing and AFL. Many venues will telecast afternoon sports live on big screens. Enjoy your Anzac Day in Adelaide.
ANZAC Day Events in Adelaide 2027
Here is our guide for the events and ideas in Adelaide over the ANZAC Day.
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Parkside Hotel
ANZAC Day Footy
In Adelaide's east, The Parkside Hotel delivers an ANZAC Day built around live AFL, classic pub dining and a lively game-day atmosphere. The Collingwood v Essendon clash is shown live and loud across big screens, with the venue set for an all-day flow of food, footy and community energy.
Big Days Tip: We like the easy pub layout around the screens.
ANZAC Day footy, food and atmosphere
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Mile End Hotel
ANZAC Day Footy
In Adelaide's inner west, The Mile End Hotel sets the tone for ANZAC Day with live AFL shown loud across big screens. With both indoor spaces and a relaxed beer garden, it's an easy place to settle in, enjoy all-day dining and take in one of the game's most iconic clashes.
Big Days Tip: We like the choice between pub and beer garden.
ANZAC Day footy in a relaxed setting.
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Glenelg Pier Hotel
ANZAC Day Dining at Coast
Dine in at the Coast Restaurant this Anzac Day Weekend at the Glenelg Pier Hotel. Take in the stunning ocean views as enjoy a fantastic meal. Plus dont forget the large range of local boutique beers, wines and ciders.
ANZAC Day Adelaide 2027 Community Events
| LOCATION | VENUE | EVENT | COMMENTS |
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| Adelaide | SA National War Memorial
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Adelaide ANZAC Day Dawn Service | Arrive early (around 5am) for this event as crowds can be quite large. The service starts around 6am. Afterwards head into the CBD venues for breakfast. |
| Adelaide | Cnr North Terrace & Gawler Place
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Adelaide ANZAC Day March | Annual event starts around 9.30am. Veterans and some family descendants. Moving ceremony embraced by all. For more information visit the RSL SA website. |
| Adelaide | Adelaide
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ANZAC Appeal | Help the RSL to continue to support veterans. The RSL provide services to the needs of our current and former service women and men, and their families and any donations help immensely. The Anzac Appeal donation portal is hosted by RSL Victoria and funds raised are shared back to the donor's nominated state. Visit the ANZAC Appeal website to donate. |
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