Second World War Galleries Tour

Daily, 11.15 am, Free

Join our free daily tour at 11.10 am, where our voluntary guides take you through the highlights of the Second World War Galleries.

Daily Last Post Ceremony

Daily, 4.30 pm, Free

At 4.30 pm AEST, the Memorial host a Last Post Ceremony in the Commemorative Courtyard. Each ceremony shares the story behind one of the names on the Roll of Honour.

Author Talk: Dr Kristen Alexander

Wednesday, 14 May 2025

Historian Dr Kristen Alexander will join us at the Memorial to discuss her sixth book, Kriegies: the Australian Airmen of Stalag Luft III.

Free event

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Author Talk: Mark Johnston

Wednesday, 18 June 2025

Author of over a dozen books on Australia in the Second World War, historian Dr Mark Johnston will reflect on the experience of Australian service personnel in 1945.

21 Hearts

Thursday 24 July - Sunday 3 August 2025

Experience the compelling true story of courage and survival at the Memorial’s new Theatre. '21 Hearts: Vivian Bullwinkel and the nurses of the Vyner Brooke' is a moving live theatre performance that honours the strength, resilience, and sacrifice of Australian women during the Second World War.

Live theatre performance

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Victory in the Pacific!

Friday 15 August - Sunday 12 October

A photographic exhibition that captures the celebration, coupled with the sombre commemoration as Australia waved goodbye to The Second World War.

Symposium

Friday, 15 August 2025

Join Memorial historians and curators as they reflect on the significance of Australia’s Second World War and share a preview of the new exhibitions going on display in the new Anzac Hall.

Greater Love

Friday, 15 August 2025

Join this powerful commemorative concert to mark the declaration of peace in the Pacific 80 years ago.

Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians

The Australian War Memorial acknowledges the traditional custodians of country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, sea and waters. We pay our respects to elders past and present.