ANZAC Day Services in Perth
ANZAC Day is a solemn time to remember those who gave their lives in past wars. Check out our list of ANZAC-themed events around Perth, which include parades, services, breakfasts, and more. There’s sure to be something to suit everyone.
ANZAC Day Sunset Service Bellevue
BLACKBOY HILL GREENMOUNT
Wadjemup / Rottnest Island ANZAC Dusk Service 2024
ANZAC Day holds a special place on the Wadjemup / Rottnest Island calendar. With a long military history, we commemorate all Australians who have served and continue to serve.
Everyone is welcome to attend the free dusk service, however registrations are required. An ANZAC Day Dawn Service will also be held on Thursday 25 April at 6 am. For further information, or to register to attend this event visit rottnestisland.com/anzacservices
Wednesday 24 April Dusk Service
5:45 pm, Thomson Lawn
As the sun sets over the island, pay your respects on the eve of ANZAC Day.
Explore the History of Rottnest Island
In recognition of the day, we invite you to arrive early to learn more about the history of the island, including its pivotal role in WWI and WWII military operations. Join a guided tour with one of our knowledgeable guides from the Rottnest Voluntary Guides Association, visit Wadjemup Museum or explore the Bofors Gun Display on Thomson Lawn.
Anzac Day Services Bunbury
BUNBURY WAR MEMORIAL, VICTORIA STREET, BUNBURY WA
ANZAC Day Services Collie
COLLIE SOLDIERS PARK
ANZAC Day Dawn Service North Beach
NORTH BEACH MEMORIAL, CHARLES RILEY MEMORIAL RESERVE, KITCHENER STREET, NORTH BEACH
Lancelin & Coastal Districts Anzac Services
HAROLD PARK, LANCELIN WA
Joondalup ANZAC Day Services
OCEAN REEF SEA SPORTS CLUB
Esperance Anzac Day Services
MEMORIAL PARK, DEMPSTER STREET, ESPERANCE WA
Dawesville Dawn Service
DAWESVILLE WAR MEMORIAL
Fremantle Anzac Day
Fremantle is a unique location to honour Anzac Day as it was the last Australian experience many soldiers and sailors had before departing our shores to join the war effort overseas. Anzac Day will commence with a traditional silent Anzac Day Dawn service at the Fremantle War Memorial, home to the plaques honouring the 849 Fremantle servicemen and women who failed to return from WW1. The Fallen Soldier War Memorial in North Fremantle will hold a community service following the Dawn service. The morning commemorations will conclude with the traditional Anzac Day March through the streets of Fremantle finishing at Walyalup Koort.
Dawn service – Fremantle War Memorial, Monument Hill
Commencing at 5.50am, a silent Dawn service will be held at Fremantle War Memorial on Monument Hill to commemorate our soldiers lost. The Fremantle War Memorial Dawn service will also be live streamed to allow people to pay their respects from home. Click the play button on the day:
North Fremantle Service – Fallen Soldiers Memorial Park
Commencing at 9am at the Fallen Soldier Memorial, corner of Queen Victoria Street and Harvest Road. Gather around Fremantle’s first war memorial for the service hosted by the Bicton/Palmyra RSL Sub-Branch.
Anzac Day March – Streets of Fremantle
Commencing at 10.15am, the Anzac Day march will commence fall out from Pioneer Park, continue down Market Street through Henderson St Mall and William Street and conclude at Walyalup Koort.
Make your Mark in our Poppy Installation – Walyalup Koort
Imagine a sea of poppies, sprawling across the grass slope of Walyalup Koort! Join us with artist, Michael Alvares, who will be crafting recycled bottles into 400 of these symbolic flowers with the help of our community. Take part in a workshop from 9.30am – 11.30am and make your own poppy which can join the spinning display on the grass to form a unique Anzac Day display.
ANZAC Day Services Busselton
TBC PENDING THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW WAR MEMORIAL. WILL EITHER BE AT VICTORIA SQUARE (OLD) OR ROTARY PARK OF REMEMBRANCE (NEW).
ANZAC Day Bullsbrook
ANZAC Day – A short street march will commence at 5:45am, followed by the Dawn Service at 6:00am and Gunfire Breakfast. Parking in the rear street (Eden Drive) and rear street park behind the RSL.
ANZAC Day Dawn Service Beverley
MEMORIAL, VINCENT ST BEVERLEY WA
Anzac Day Dawn Service
Commemorate the ANZACs and all those that have served Australia and New Zealand. Presented by the Eastern Regional RSL with assistance from the City of Bayswater.
Anzac Day Dawn Service Narrogin
ANZAC Day 2024 Albany
ANZAC Day has special significance in Albany as it is purportedly the site of Australia’s first Dawn Service conducted by Padre White.
Albany’s RSL sub-branch with support from the City of Albany will deliver the Dawn and Commemorative Services this year, which will include the traditional Gunfire Breakfast and Troop March.
This year’s commemorations will be completely open to the public with no ticketing requirements to attend the main services.
TRADITIONAL ANZAC DAY DAWN SERVICE
Date: Thursday, 25 April Time: 5.30am – 6.00am Venue: Desert Mounted Corps Memorial, Mount Clarence
DAWN SERVICE SHUTTLE BUSES
Date: Thursday, 25 April Start Time: From 3.30am at 15-minute intervals
Pick Up Location: Albany Entertainment Centre or Middleton Beach Bus Port
DAWN SERVICE LIVESTREAM (ALBANY ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE)
Date: Thursday, 25 April Time: 5.00am – 6.00am Venue: Albany Entertainment Centre
DAWN SERVICE LIVESTREAM (ANZAC PEACE PARK)
Date: Thursday, 25 April Time: 5.00am – 6.00am Venue: Anzac Peace Park
The Anzac Dawn Service will also be livestreamed on the City of Albany YouTube and Facebook page.
GUNFIRE BREAKFAST
One of the traditions of Anzac Day is the ‘gunfire breakfast’ (coffee with rum added to it) which occurs shortly after many dawn ceremonies and recalls the ‘breakfast’ taken by many soldiers before facing battle. The traditional gunfire breakfast will be held at the Albany Entertainment Centre for a $5 donation to the RSL.
Date: Thursday, 25 April Time: 6.00am – 8.30am Venue: Albany Entertainment Centre
ANZAC DAY TROOP MARCH
Traditional RSL Parade along York Street in Albany.
Date: Thursday, 25 April Time: 10.00am -10.30am Venue: York Street, Albany
COMMEMORATIVE SERVICE
Date: Thursday, 25 April Time: 10.30am – 11.30am Venue: Anzac Peace Park
For more information on all events, download our FAQ’s below:
ANZAC DAY DAWN SERVICE 2024
Location: State War Memorial, Kings Park, Perth WA Date: Thursday, 25 April 2024 Time: 5:30 am – 7:00 am On ANZAC Day 2024, thousands of Western Australians will gather at sunrise to remember those who lost their lives in conflict. In the half-light people of all ages and backgrounds will listen to inspiring words, join together to sing, and pause in silence to reflect and remember the sacrifices made by our brave men and women. The Dawn service is open to all who wish to join together in the beauty of Kings Park, share the sunrise, and commemorate ANZAC Day.
ANZAC Day Services Capel
PEPPERMINT GROVE BEACH FORESHORE
Wanneroo ANZAC Dawn Service
MEMORIAL PARK, WANNEROO WA 6065
Wagin Dawn Service
Pinjarra ANZAC Day Dawn Service
PINJARRA WAR MEMORIAL CNR HENRY & MURRAY STREET
Northam Anzac Day Dawn Service
FITZGERALD STREET NORTHAM
Mt Barker ANZAC Day Services
MT BARKER WAR MEMORIAL ON MEMORIAL RD, MT BARKER WA
ANZAC Day Services City of Geraldton
DURLACHER ST AND CHAPMAN RD TO BIRDWOOD HOUSE
ANZAC Day Service Ballajura
ANZAC Day Service commences at 0600 hrs. Join us at Ballajura Community College Peace Park Illawarra Cres Ballajura WA.
ANZAC Day Dawn Service Bicton
EDINBURGH HALL, 30B FOSS STREET, BICTON WA 6157
ANZAC Day Sunset Service Bellevue
BLACKBOY HILL GREENMOUNT
Anzac Day 2024 Applecross
Sunday 21 April. ANZAC Service. City of Melville Memorial. Wireless Hill, Ardross. Marchers gather at 10:15am. Service starts at 10:30am. On the 25th April at 6:00 am, ANZAC Day Dawn Service and gunfire breakfast. At RSL Hall, 98 Kintail Rd, Applecross.
ANZAC Day 2024 – Town of Victoria Park
Seabird Anzac Day Dawn Service
Time: 6:00am Location: Seabird Venue: Seabird Hall Cost: Free
Wadjemup/Rottnest Island Anzac Day Services
ANZAC Day holds a special place on the Rottnest Island calendar. With a long military history, we commemorate all who have served and continue to serve. Wadjemup / Rottnest Island played an important role in the First and Second World Wars, and there are many places of historical significance that can still be seen on the island today. Many generations of families also hold an important connection to the island with ancestors who were stationed on the island during WWI and WWII. Join us to reflect and mark this important day of remembrance with services on the foreshore of Thomson Bay. A dusk service will be held at 5:45 pm on Wednesday 24 April and a dawn service will be held at 6 am on Thursday 25 April. This event is free, but registration is required. Please note children must be accompanied by an adult. Registrations are now open. Register for:
- Dusk Service – Wednesday 24 April, 5:45 pm
- ANZAC Day Dawn Service – Thursday 25 April, 6 am
Anzac Day 2024 – City of South Perth
Anzac Day 2024 – Town of Cottesloe
Osborne Park Anzac Day Service
Osborne Park RSL Sub Branch
129 MAIN STREET OSBORNE PARK
ANZAC DAY GUNFIRE BREAKFAST 2024
Location: Government House Gardens, St Georges Tce Perth Date: Thursday, 25 April 2024 Time: 7:00 am – 9:00 am On ANZAC Day 2024, the Government House Gardens will host a barbeque breakfast. Connect with the WA Veteran community at the annual ANZAC Day Gunfire Breakfast before heading to St Georges Terrace for the March. The Gunfire Breakfast tradition dates back to the 1890’s, where ‘gunfire’ referred to an early morning mix of rum and black tea, to provide a dash of courage before a day on the battlefield. The concoction started with English Army Soldiers and was quickly adopted by the Australian and New Zealand soldiers. RSLWA in collaboration with the Rotary Club will provide breakfast for a gold coin donation.
Mt Lawley ANZAC Day Service
CNR QUEENS CRESCENT AND LAWLEY CRESCENT, MT LAWLEY
Subiaco – Shenton Park ANZAC Day Services
240 ONSLOW RD, SHENTON PARK WA 6008
Three Springs Anzac Day
THREE SPRINGS HOTEL, 56 RAILWAY ROAD, THREE SPRINGS WA 6519
ANZAC Day March and Service – City of Canning
ANZAC Day Ceremony 2024 – Town of Cambridge
The RSL Cambridge Sub Branch and the Town of Cambridge will hold their annual ANZAC Day service on 25 April. The service will start with a parade at 7.50am, followed by a remembrance ceremony at the West Leederville Memorial Gardens and Cenotaph at 8.00am. On the day, Cambridge Street (between Kerr and Abbotsford streets) will be closed from 7.30am to 9.30am to ensure a quiet and reflective ceremony. Free parking will be available from 7.00am to 12.00noon on Abbotsford Street and Holyrood Street. Carpark L20 (near Leederville Sporting Club) will also be free, but please arrive before road closures are in place to ensure access.
Anzac Day 2024 – Town of Claremont
THE MARCH – ANZAC DAY PERTH 2024
Location: St Georges Tce, Perth WA Date: Thursday, 25 April 2024 Time: 9:00 am – 11:00 am With more than 62,000 veterans in Western Australia, the ANZAC Day March in the City of Perth is a chance to recognise our service people as they march alongside their mates in a show of camaraderie and commemoration. ANZAC Day marches are held around the country, from the smallest towns to our largest. Join us as we acknowledge the families of servicemen and women who have served and died in all conflicts and peacekeeping operations. The public is encouraged to come and watch the March and pay their respects to the service people marching and those they represent.
Gunners Park Anzac Day Service
Commemorate ANZAC Day in Guildford Hosted by the Eastern Regional RSL and others and Supported by the City of Swan Service begins at 0900.
Nedlands Anzac Morning Service
NEDLANDS WAR MEMORIAL. CNR WARATAH AVE & BIRDWOOD PARADE
Anzac Day ABC Perth Broadcast
Find out more about national and local coverage: https://ab.co/4amGE01
Tune in via the ABC listen app: https://bit.ly/4asGZyr
Stream on ABC iview: http://ab.co/iview
ANZAC DAY 2024 FAMILY & MATESHIP EVENT
Location: Langley Park Date: Thursday 25 April 2024 Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Journey on to Langley Park to relax with family and friends after the ANZAC Day March. This event is free entry, and open to all service and non-service people alike. Enjoy live music, food vans, drinks, and activities for children. This family-friendly event presents interactive military vehicles and commemorative activities for all ages.
ANZAC Day at ANZAC Cottage 2024
ANZAC Day at ANZAC Cottage is an evocative event held at the first World War 1 memorial built in Western Australia. Highlighted with a ceremony at sunset, the event is family and community based with information and activities for all to commemorate this important day in the Australian calendar.
City of Cockburn Anzac Day Parade and Service
Two of our Troopers and horses will be leading the parade and attending the service. The horses will be available for pats and photos prior to the march.
Mount Hawthorn Anzac Day Service
FLINDERS STREET TO AXFORD PARK, MT HAWTHORN WA
Poppies at Government House
Admire the handiwork of ‘the Poppy Ladies’ from RSL WA as you walk through a field of more than 40,000 knitted poppies that honour the lives of the brave servicemen lost in WWI. Find out more here.
Event Showings
Mon 8 to Thu 11 Apr | 11am – 2pm Sat 13 to Sun 14 Apr | 10am – 3pm Mon 15 to Fri 19 Apr | 11am – 2pm Mon 22 to Wed 24 Apr | 11am – 2pm Thu 25 Apr | 10am – 2pm
2024 ANZAC Day Bowls event
ANZAC Day Service Bedford
INGLEWOOD REMEMBERANCE PARK
Mundaring Anzac Day Services
6945 GREAT EASTERN HWY MUNDARING WA
Maylands at War: Lunchtime Talk to Commemorate ANZAC Day
Join us for a fascinating lunchtime talk at Maylands Library to honor ANZAC Day. Discover the untold stories of courage, sacrifice, and resilience of the people from Maylands during times of war.
Our guest speaker, from the Maylands Historical and Peninsula Association, will share captivating anecdotes and insights into the experiences of the brave men and women who served their country to help you gain a deeper understanding of the impact of war on the local community.
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