After the dawn service: 2026 Anzac Day events

So, you’ve actually woken up to your 3.30am alarm and successfully attended your nearest dawn service – what now? The Anzac Day traditions don’t end with the Last Post. Whether you’re sipping rum and milk or flipping coins in a game of two-up, here’s where to get into the Anzac spirit.

Club Paradise

Join in on two-up from 2pm, watch the big game (you know the one) and stay on for the live entertainment from 6pm – no bookings required, no public holiday surcharge!

www.clubparadise.com.au

SOPO (Southport RSL)

Come along for a morning rum and milk, followed by two-up from 12pm and plenty of live entertainment (and nail-biting sports games). Also, no public holiday surcharge.

www.sopo.com.au

Robina Pavilion

From tasty food specials to two-up, plus a pop-up bar from Burleigh Brewing, Robina Pavilion is the place to be this Anzac Day.

www.robinapavilion.com.au

Burleigh Bears Leagues Club

Grab a feed, share some drinks and get in on the two-up action from 2pm.

www.burleighleagues.com.au

Currumbin RSL

Arguably the biggest Anzac Day event on the coast, you won’t want to miss the free entertainment and two-up (kicking off from 1pm).

www.currumbinrsl.com.au

Twin Towns

Don’t miss more than 10 hours of live entertainment, kicking off at 1pm. The best part? No public holiday surcharge!

www.twintowns.com.au

Don’t forget: the morning services (dawn or otherwise) are the most important part of Anzac Day. Here’s where to attend them on the Gold Coast.

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