The best venues to visit on ANZAC Day in Sydney
Whether you're looking for somewhere to play two-up, pay your respects or grab a beer (given the ANZACs' reputation for larrikinism, we think they'd support the latter), we've rounded up the best venues to visit across Sydney this ANZAC Day
By Cayle Reid
MOST NATIONS AROUND the world have similar ways of honouring those who have served their country. Most hold solemn ceremonies and have days of commemoration. We do that too, here in Australia, in the form of dawn services. Although, in keeping with the ANZAC principles of mateship, camaraderie and larrikinism, we also like to flip coins in the air, put away a few cold ones and inhale a couple of Anzac biscuits – and we’re sure the ANZACs would support us doing so.
It should come as no surprise then that many Australians choose to spend ANZAC Day at a pub, club or bar. After all, it’s the only day of the year that two-up is legal at authorised venues. So, why not get in on the action?
If you’re currently searching for the right venue to visit on ANZAC Day but having no luck, allow us to do the hard work for you. We’ve scoured the specials boards and online listings while digging into our memories of ANZAC Days gone by to come up with a definitive list of the best venues to visit this year. Scroll on for our picks.
The best venues to visit for ANZAC Day 2026 in Sydney
The Clock Hotel, Surry Hills
The Clock is taking over Collins Street to host a huge two-up ring this ANZAC Day. Doors open from 10am and two-up starts at 12pm, with the pub serving drinks from its street bar and firing up the barbecue. It’s all for a good cause, too. $1 from every pint or schooner sold from a Karma Keg of VB will be donated to Legacy.
Details: Doors open from 10am, two-up starting from 12pm, DJs til late
The Sackville, Rozelle
The Sackville’s ANZAC Days are well known around Sydney. Join the crowds in the car park for one of the biggest two-up rings you’ll find in the city. Two-up begins at midday with a special ANZAC Day menu, bar and DJs. Like The Clock Hotel, The Sackville is also raising money for Legacy.
Details: Doors open from 10am, two-up from midday in the car park, after party til late
Albion Hotel, Parramatta
The Albion has been hosting two-up for years now and it’s getting bigger every year. The games begin in the car park from 12pm, with live entertainment, an all-day BBQ, along with an afterparty kicking off at 5pm and DJs playing until late into the night. Again, The Albion will be raising funds for Legacy.
Details: Doors open from 10am, two-up from 12pm in the car park, after party til late
Forrester’s, Surry Hills
Surry Hills staple Forrester’s always has a lively two-up ring backed by performances from local artists. It’s the ideal stopover on the way to the Roosters vs Dragons ANZAC Day game at Moore Park, and there’ll be $9 schooners of Mountain Culture Status Quo.
Details: Doors open 10:30am, two-up from 12pm until sundown, $9 schooners with $1 donated to Legacy
Taphouse, Darlinghurst
If you’re heading to the CBD’s dawn service in the morning, the Taphouse in Darlinghurst is a great place to wander over to afterwards. There’s 20+ beers on tap, a Chinese food menu, a Euro-inspired rooftop, two-up ring and more $9 schooners.
Details: Doors open 11am, two-up from 12pm, $9 schooners with $1 donated to Legacy
BrewDog, South Eveleigh
BrewDog in Eveleigh has expanded its outdoor setup for a two-up ring forming from 12pm. Expect craft beers, DJs and a buzzing atmosphere.
Details: Doors open 11am, two-up from 12pm–5pm, DJ from 1pm
Paddo Inn, Paddington
The Paddo Inn is another great stop for the pub crawl on the way to Moore Park for the ANZAC Day game between the Roosters and Dragons. It’s the usual fare of two-up, beers and a lively atmosphere, with the added bonus of being just an eight-minute walk from the stadium.
Details: Doors open from 10am, two-up from 12pm, DJs til late
The Bank, Newtown
The Bank is welcoming back one of Sydney’s more unconventional two-up hosts in Tora Hymen. Two-up will be held in the beer garden from 12pm, and you can kick on on until late at the after party upstairs in the Waywards Ballroom.
Details: Doors open 10am, two-up from 12pm, after party til late in Waywards Ballroom, $1 from every
Watsons Bay Hotel, Watsons Bay
The Watsons Bay Hotel is a great place to spend any day, but especially ANZAC Day. You can enjoy coastal views at one of the largest two-up rings in Sydney’s East. DJ sets start from 3pm and run until late, with ANZAC Day specials from the kitchen and the barbecue served throughout the day. Offers include a juicy steak sando with chips and salted caramel ANZAC cheesecake. There’s also pop-up bars dotted across the venue and frontage.
Details: doors open 11am, two-up from 12pm, ANZAC Day specials, live music from 12pm-3pm, DJs from 3pm
The Bob Hawke Beer & Leisure Centre, Marrickville
Backyard two-up kicks off at 1pm at The Bob Hawke Beer & Leisure Centre. Naturally, there’ll be plenty of Hawke’s Brewing Co. beers, along with lively crowds. Plus, right next door you’ll find Lucky Prawn, with its Chinese-Australian classics and comfort food.
Details: Doors open 11am, two-up from 1pm, Lucky Prawn right next door
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