When is it?
When is ANZAC Day 2028 in New Zealand?
Remembers Australian and New Zealand Army Corps service
Local date
Tuesday, April 25, 2028
Time zone · Pacific/Auckland
How it's calculated
April 25th
Updated through 2028
History & Origins
The Story Behind ANZAC Day
ANZAC Day commemorates the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps soldiers who landed at Gallipoli, Turkey, on April 25, 1915, during World War I. Originally focused on the Gallipoli campaign, it now honors all Australians and New Zealanders who served in wars.
Traditions & Celebrations
How ANZAC Day is Celebrated
Dawn services are held at war memorials across Australia and New Zealand. Marches feature veterans and their families. The game of 'two-up' is legally played only on this day. Traditional foods include ANZAC biscuits. 'The Last Post' bugle call is played at ceremonies.
Date Calculation
How the ANZAC Day Date is Determined
ANZAC Day is always April 25th, marking the anniversary of the Gallipoli landing in 1915.
ANZAC Day worldwide