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    Anzac Day Dawn Services, Marches & Events in Wollongong

    Here at What’s On In Wollongong, we list all the local events coming up near you. Including an updated 2026 list of ANZAC Day events, dawn services and marches across Wollongong and the Illawarra.

    ANZAC Day Services and commemorations will take place throughout Wollongong & the Illawarra on Saturday 25 April, 2026.

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    Anzac Day Dawn Services & Marches – please stay tuned for 2026 event updates COMING SOON:

    City of Wollongong Dawn Service & March

    The City of Wollongong RSL sub-branch will hold an ANZAC Day dawn service and march.

    • The ANZAC dawn service will start at 5am at the MacCabe Park Cenotaph.
    • The ANZAC march will start at 10am in Crown Street Mall (near the Keira Street intersection).

    Austinmer Dawn Service – 6am
    Cenotaph, Austinmer Beach, Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Austinmer

    Corrimal RSL March – 5.25am
    Start from Corrimal RSL Memorial Club on Princes Highway, then head towards Anzac Grove on Railway Street, Corrimal.

    Corrimal Dawn Service – 6am
    ANZAC Grove, Memorial Park, Railway Street, Corrimal

    Coledale RSL Dawn Service – 6am
    Coledale RSL Club, 731 Lawrence Hargrave Drive Coledale

    Dapto Dawn Service – 6am
    Dapto Memorial, Station Street next to Dapto Railway Station

    Helensburgh RSL – 5.45am
    Charles Harper Park Memorial, Helensburgh

    Port Kembla Dawn Service – 6am
    Port Kembla Memorial, corner Allan Street and Military Road, Port Kembla

    Stanwell Tops Memorial Service – 10am
    Stanwell Tops War Memorial Park Stonehaven Road Stanwell Top

    Thirroul Dawn Service – 6am
    Cenotaph, William Woodward Memorial Park, Lawrence Hargrave Drive, Thirroul

    Windang Club Memorial Service – 7.45am
    Club Windang Cenotaph, 2-6 Judbooley Parade, Windang. The march will commence from the Lake Illawarra Hotel at 7.45am, assembly will be at 7.30am, and proceed to the Club Cenotaph, where the Commemorative Service will be held.

    Anzac Day Events:

    Kembla Grange Racecourse – ANZAC Memorial Raceday, Saturday 18 April

    A moving ceremony led by the City of Wollongong RSL Sub-Branch will take place in the morning prior to the races. The City of Wollongong RSL Sub-Branch Gallipoli Cup will headline an exciting eight-race program, alongside food trucks, Henry Clive cocktails, a DJ spinning tunes all afternoon, betting facilities, photo walls, and the venue’s full range of dining and bar options. As a gesture of thanks, veterans and currently serving members can enjoy a complimentary house beverage on presentation of medals or a valid ID card. Secure your tickets now here.

    Anzac Day at Wisos, Saturday 25 April

    Join Wisos on ANZAC Day for a traditional game of 2-Up from 12pm–4pm as they honour the day and support Legacy. IL Lago will be open from 11am, making it the perfect spot to book in for lunch or dinner, while all NRL games will be shown live throughout the day.

    Anzac Day at Lake Illawarra Hotel, Saturday 25 April

    Join Lake Illawarra Hotel this ANZAC Day 2026 for a day of remembrance, community and connection. Open from 10am, the day includes a traditional game of two-up from 2pm, live music from 4pm, and the footy LIVE & LOUD on the big screens. Enjoy bistro specials running from 24–27 April, and for the first time, a 20% discount for service personnel (valid ID required). A meaningful way to come together and honour those who have served. Book your table for lunch or dinner here.

    Anzac Day at Warilla Hotel, Saturday 25 April

    Spend ANZAC Day 2026 at Warilla Hotel as the community comes together to reflect, remember and connect. Doors open from 10am, with two-up kicking off from 2pm, live music from 4pm and the footy playing LIVE & LOUD. Enjoy bistro specials across the long weekend (24–27 April), and as a special gesture this year, service personnel will receive 20% off (valid ID required). Book your table for lunch or dinner here.

    Anzac Day at North Nowra Tavern, Saturday 25 April

    Join North Nowra Tavern this ANZAC Day 2026 for a day to reflect, remember and come together. Open from 10am, with two-up from 2pm, live music from 4pm and the footy LIVE & LOUD. Enjoy bistro specials all long weekend (24–27 April), plus a 20% discount for service personnel (valid ID required). Book your table for lunch or dinner here.

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