ANZAC Day 2025 will be marked with a full program of commemorative events in Brisbane CBD, including a dawn service, parade, and memorial exhibitions.
Centenary Traditions Observed Across Brisbane CBD
Brisbane CBD will again host major ANZAC Day commemorations this year, continuing a tradition that began in the city in 1916. Events include the dawn service at the Shrine of Remembrance, a gunfire breakfast, and a veterans’ parade through the central business district.
Early Morning Service at the Shrine
The Dawn Service will commence at 4:28 a.m. at the Shrine of Remembrance in Anzac Square. Attendees are encouraged to arrive from 3:30 a.m. due to early road closures starting at 3 a.m. No nearby parking will be available.
This solemn observance will be followed by the long-held tradition of a gunfire breakfast, typically hosted at local RSL clubs. The breakfast reflects a wartime ritual where soldiers drank tea or coffee with rum before heading into battle.
Morning Parade Through Adelaide Street
The ANZAC Day Parade will run from 9:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through Brisbane CBD. Spectators are advised that the best viewing point is along Adelaide Street, between George Street and Creek Street.
Vehicle movement in the area will be restricted from 3 a.m. to 3 p.m., with King George Square designated as the main parade venue. Participants will include current and former ADF members and support organisations.
Public Access to Memorial Spaces
Anzac Square Memorial Galleries will open from 5:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the day, offering visitors a chance to explore interactive displays and historical exhibitions spanning Queensland’s military involvement from World War I to recent peacekeeping missions.
The galleries, located below the Shrine, feature dedicated plaques, digital installations, and opportunities for the public to leave written tributes.
Additional Exhibits at Queensland Museum
From 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., the Queensland Museum will present the Anzac Legacy Gallery. Key exhibits include stories of Queenslanders in World War I and the Mephisto tank—captured by the 26th Battalion in France and transported to Brisbane as a war trophy.
Community Participation Encouraged
No bookings are required to attend any of the events. The commemorations are free and open to all ages, with organisers encouraging public participation across the various locations in Brisbane CBD.
Published 15-Apr-2025
