ANZAC Day 2026

Saturday 25 April, 2026

Organized by the Ballina RSL Sub-branch, this annual commemoration pays respects to the original ANZACs, as well as the men and women who have served in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping missions. The day also explores the personal stories of service personnel in past and modern conflicts.
Staying true to their rich history and values, the Ballina RSL Sub-branch will be holding the ANZAC Day Dawn & 11 am services at Memorial Park, which is adjacent to the RSL Club.
If you would like to learn more about our Dawn service or River Street march, please contact the Sub-branch or visit their website https://www.ballinarslsubbranch.org.au/.
Please note that tickets to the Ballina RSL Sub-Branch lunch are available through the Sub-Branch and available on the day
The Boardwalk will be open to the public from 6am until 2.30pm, and reopen for dinner at 5.30pm

Running Order

5.30am – Dawn Service

6am – Ballina RSL Breakfast, level 1 auditorium for veterans and their family. The Boardwalk ground floor for community.
We invite the public to enjoy a $5 plated breakfast on the ground floor following the dawn service. Bookings won’t be available, simply walk in.

10.15am – ANZAC march forms up.
ANZAC March Commences at 10.30am. The march shall proceed from the corner of River and Martin Street, Ballina, west along River Street to Ballina RSL Memorial Park at the corner of River and Grant Street Ballina.

11am – ANZAC Day Service
The main service will be held at Memorial Park adjacent to the Ballina RSL Club.

12pm – Ballina RSL lunch, level 1 for veterans and their family, booking required. Boardwalk bistro for community.

1pm – Two up with Brownie and friends on Level One