ANZAC Day at Gallipoli: The Complete Guide
Each 25 April, thousands gather on the peninsula for the Dawn Service. Here is everything you need to plan an unforgettable ANZAC Day at Gallipoli.
ANZAC Day, 25 April, marks the anniversary of the 1915 landing and is the most significant day of the year on the Gallipoli peninsula. For many Australians and New Zealanders, attending the Dawn Service here is a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage.
The commemoration is moving but demanding: it involves an overnight stay outdoors in cold conditions, followed by a full day of services. A little preparation makes all the difference.
The Dawn Service
The central commemoration before sunrise at the ANZAC Commemorative Site, followed by national services at Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair.
The overnight vigil
Visitors arrive the evening before and spend the night at the site, with readings and reflections through the cold hours before dawn.
What to pack
Warm layers, waterproofs, a sleeping bag, cushion, water and snacks. The night is long and cold, so come prepared.
Booking and access
Attendance is managed through organised tours and passes. Book early, as places around 25 April are strictly limited.
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