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Your guide to what’s on and what’s open on Anzac Day

Not sure what’s open on ANZAC Day? Here is your guide to the eateries, supermarkets, booze and events across the state.

On Friday 25 April, ANZAC Day services will be held across the state to thank and remember past and present soldiers who have fought and continue to fight for our beautiful country.

If you’re wondering what is open after your service, we’ve pulled together the below guide for your convenience.

For your guide to the services happening across the state, click here.

WHAT’S OPEN

SUPERMARKETS

DRAKES

  • Ardrossan, 12pm – 7pm
  • Aston Hills, 12pm – 8pm
  • Glenunga 12pm – 9pm
  • Grange 12pm – 9pm
  • Kingscote 12pm – 8pm
  • Moonta 12pm – 8pm
  • Mt Barker 12pm – 8pm
  • Murray Bridge 12pm – 8pm
  • Port Lincoln 12pm – 8pm
  • Sunnybrook 12pm – 9pm
  • Walkley Heights 12pm – 9pm
  • Wallaroo 12pm – 8pm
  • West Beach 12pm – 9pm
  • Yankalilla: 12pm – 8pm

For store locations and opening hours, click here.

WOOLWORTHS

  • Rundle Mall 12pm – 5pm

Select regional SA Woolworths stores will be open. For more info, click here.

IGA

These are the confirmed stores that are open. For more info, please contact your specific location directly.

  • City East 8am – 9pm
  • Franklin Street 9am – 10pm
  • Bowden 6:30am – 9:30pm
  • Henley Beach South 8am – 9pm
  • Wattle Park 7:30am – 8pm
  • Glenelg East 8am – 8pm
  • Somerton Park 7am – 8pm
  • Morphetville 7am – 8pm
  • Novar Gardens 8am – 8pm
  • Elizabeth Vale 9am – 6pm
  • Christie’s Beach 7:30am – 9pm
  • Hackam West 7:30am – 8pm
  • Two Wells 8:30 am – 5pm

For store locations and opening hours, click here.

FOODLAND

These are the confirmed stores that are open. For more info, please contact your specific location directly.

  • Thebarton 9am – 5pm
  • Brooklyn Park 7am – 11pm
  • Darlington 7:30am – 9pm
  • Mount Barker 8am – 6pm

For more info, click here

COLES

  • Rundle Mall 12pm – 5pm

Select regional SA Coles stores will be open. For more info, click here

BOOZE

CELLARBRATIONS

These are the confirmed stores that are open. For more info, please contact your specific location directly.

  • Mount Barker 12pm – 7pm
  • Aston Hills 12pm – 7pm

For more info, click here

DAN MURPHY’S

Open from 1pm. For more info, click here

BWS

Most stores open from 12pm. For more info, click here

SHOPPING

  • Myer Centre: 12pm – 5pm
  • Bunnings (all stores): 12pm – 5pm
  • Kmart: Many stores will open after 1pm, but many locations will stay closed. Customers are advised to check online.
  • Big W: Stores will be closed except for a few which will open at reduced hours, check with your local store.

PLACES TO EAT AND DRINK

ADELAIDE AIRPORT

Whether you’re gearing up for a trip, or in the mood to eat, shop and relax, Adelaide Airport is OPEN every day, including public holidays! Whether you’re travelling or not, explore what’s new at Adelaide Airport.

What: Adelaide Airport
Where: Sir Richard Williams Ave, Adelaide Airport SA 5950
When: 6am to 8pm* Trading hours per outlet are subject to change according to flight schedules. Please contact the store to avoid disappointment.
Contact: (08) 8308 9211
For more information, click here

BALLABOOSTA

Where the Mediterranean Meets the Middle East, Ballaboosta is a unique fusion restaurant located in the CBD. Serving up home-cooked meals all day long, breakfast is until 11:30, and then lunch, pizza, soup and sweets for the rest of the day.

What: Ballaboosta
Where: 289 Halifax Street Adelaide, SA 5000
When: 8am to 3pm
Contact: (08) 8232 1853
For more information, click here

BERESFORD TASTING PAVILION

The Beresford Tasting Pavillion will be open from 12pm to 5pm, and welcomes groups of up to 12 for guided tasting experiences. Guests can choose from their range of structured tasting experiences across Beresford wines and their sister brewery and distillery.

What: Beresford Tasting Pavilion
Where: 252 Blewitt Springs Rd, McLaren Flat SA 5171
When: 12pm to 5pm
Contact: (08) 8383 0362
For more information, click here

BOWDEN BREWING

Where: 12 Fourth St, Bowden SA 5007
When: from 12pm
For more information, click here

BLOOM

Where: 38 Winwood St, Thebarton SA 5031
When:
8am – 3:30pm
For more information, click here.

CHAKNA TANDOOR BITES

Indulge in rich, authentic Indian curries expertly paired with locally crafted South Australian wines at Chakna Tandoori. Located on Rundle Street, it is the perfect traditional and modern flavour fusion and the ideal spot to unwind after a day of remembrance.

What: ANZAC Day Candlelight Dinner at Chakna Tandoori Bites
Where: 266 Rundle Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000 
When: 5pm till late “
To book, click here.

DANDELION VINEYARD

Dandelion Vineyard are launching a brand new tasting experience this Anzac Day in their Wonder Room! Come and enjoy a sit-down tasting experience tutored by the Wonder Room staff as you take in the breathtaking views of Firehawk Farm, McLaren Vale, the Gulf St Vincent, and the Willunga Escarpment.

What: Dandelion Vineyard
Where: 191 Chaffeys Rd, McLaren Vale SA 5171
When: 10:00am – 6:00pm
For more information, click here

DELLA’S DELI

Della’s Deli in Flagstaff Hill is a go-to sandwich shop and cafe, selling Pinterest-worthy treats all day long! This family-run business has all-day breaky, sandos, burgers, coffee and more.

What: Della’s Deli
Where: 1 Ridgway Dr, Flagstaff Hill SA 5159
When: 7am to 4pm
Contact: (08) 7230 3033
For more information, click here

EAST END CELLARS

An Adelaide favourite! East End Cellars is open for ANZAC Day, serving food and drinks as usual from 9am to 10pm.

Head on down, grab a table, a bite to eat and a drink from their huge selection of wines, and enjoy the mid-week break.

What: East End Cellars
Where: 25 Vardon Ave, Adelaide SA 5000
When: 9am to 10pm
Contact: (08) 8232 5300
For more information, click here.

HEY JUPITER

This slice of Paris is plating up breakfast, lunch and dinner, in Adelaide’s East End. Tucked away in Ebenezer Place, Hey Jupiter is a one-of-a-kind French Bistro and Bar. Enjoy the public holiday sat inside for a cozy drink or meal, or sit outside like a true Parisian, and enjoy a spot of people-watching and a glass of wine.

What: Hey Jupiter
Where: 11 Ebenezer Pl, Adelaide SA 5000
When: 7am to 10pm
Contact: 0416 050 721
For more information, click here

HOTEL ALBA

Hotel Alba is business as usual this ANZAC Day. Located on South Terrace, it’s walking distance to the main ANZAC Day ceremonies, while maintaining a peaceful area just outside of the city centre. The hotel offers breakfast, bar dining and a la carte dinner to suit any time of day, and there is also a happy hour from 4-6pm on a variety of drinks including their Aperol and gin spritz.

What: Hotel Alba
Where: 226 South Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000
When: Breakfast from 6:30am – 10:30am, bar dining from 11:30am – late, a la carte dinner from 5:30 – late, happy hour from 4-6pm
For more information, click here.

HOUSE OF GEORGE

What: House of George
Where: 30 Vardon Ave, Adelaide SA 5000
When: from 5:30pm
For more information, click here

MAMACITA RESTAURANT

Join the Mamacita crew for breakfast this Anzac day! Located in the TRYP by Wyndham Hotel on Pultney Street in the city, Mamacita showcases an innovative approach to Mexican cuisine and libations and is set to bring the heat for food lovers and bar-goers across South Australia.

What: Mamacita
Where: TRYP by Wyndham Pultney Street Adelaide, 266 Pulteney Street, Adelaide, SA, 5000.
When: Breakfast from 7am until 10:30am
For their Instagram, click here.

MY KINGDOM FOR A HORSE | WRIGHT STREET LOCATION

There’s a reason this city-edge cafe keeps winning awards. Named Best Cafe Dining in the City not once but TWICEthe onsite coffee roaster and Insta-grammable food to match will make your day one to remember.

This ANZAC Day, My Kingdom for a Horse will be open from 8am to 4pm.

What: My Kingdom for a Horse
Where: 191 Wright St, Adelaide SA 5000
When: 8am to 4pm
Contact: 08 8410 7408
For more information, click here

NATIONAL WINE CENTRE AND WINED BAR

Experience Adelaide’s world-renowned National Wine Centre and the Wined Bar this ANZAC Day. Celebrating passion, heritage and innovation, the NWC is a premier destination to delight your senses and expand your knowledge of all things wine. The Wined Bar is open from 11am to 5pm, delivering a seasonal menu.

Lunch, a light bite, and an opportunity to try the extensive list of wines will, of course, also be in order.

What: National Wine Centre and Wined Bar
Where: Corner of Hackney Rd &, Botanic Rd, SA 5000
When: 11am to 5pm
Contact: (08) 8313 3355
For more information, click here

PROHIBITION LIQUOR CO.

Prohibition Liquor Co. is the only fully functioning distillery in the heart of the Adelaide CBD. Experience a gin tasting or sip on a cocktail during the public holiday. This unique establishment is a Distillery, Tasting Room and Cocktail Bar all in one.

What: Prohibition Liquor Co.
Where: 22 Gilbert St, Adelaide SA 5000
When: 11:30am till 11:30pm
Contact: (08) 8155 6007
For more information, click here

SKILLOGALEE

Endearingly known as Skilly, Skillogalee Estate is home to one of the most picturesque locations on our list. Offering a farm-grown seasonal menu, Skillogalee is the perfect place to enjoy the day off with their autumn set menu and wine-tasting experiences.

What: Skillogalee
Where: 23 Trevarrick Rd, Sevenhill SA 5453
When: Cellar Door, 10am to 4pm. Restaurant, 11:30am for lunch
Contact: (08) 8843 4311
For more information, click here

TUTTO CUCINA + BAR

Enjoy the street party and music and entertainment all afternoon, or stop by for a meal in the home-style Italian hotel restaurant, Tutto Cucina + Bar.

Located on the ground floor of the Peppers Hotel, on Waymouth Street, the restaurant will be right on the doorstep of the ANZAC Day Street Party held by the Union Hotel across the road.

What: Tutto Cucina + Bar
Where: 55 Waymouth St, Adelaide SA 5000
When: 7:00am – 11:00am for breakfast, 5:00pm – late for dinner
Contact: (08) 8115 8888
For more information, click here

THE EARL OF LEICESTER HOTEL

Nestled in the cosy suburbs of Adelaide, this old-school establishment has been a beloved destination for locals and visitors alike since its founding in 1886. The Earl of Leicester Hotel is a classically cozy location and will be open from 11:30am until late on ANZAC Day, with great bar specials throughout the day.

What: The Earl of Leicester Hotel
Where: 85 Leicester St, Parkside SA 5063
When: 11:30am till 12:00am
Contact: (08) 8271 5700
For more information, click here

THE GRIFFINS HOTEL

The Griffins Hotel, located in the heart of Adelaide, on the corner of Hindmarsh Square and Grenfell St, is on the mustering route for many of those participating in the ANZAC Day March. The Hotel will be hosting a Gunfire Breakfast and coffee from 7am, and when the march is complete, doors will be back open for lunch from 11:30am.

What: The Griffins Hotel
Where: 38 Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide SA 5000
When: Breakfast, from 7am. Lunch, from 11:30am.
For more information, click here

THE STAG

This iconic pub is right in the heart of the CBD, close to the Adelaide services, and will be open for a hearty lunch feed.

What: The Stag
Where:  299 Rundle St, Adelaide SA 5000
When: Open from 12pm – 1am
For more information, click here

VALE BREWING RESTAURANT AND BAR

Set amongst historic vines and the salty sea air of the Fleurieu Peninsula, this McLaren Vale-based brewery is serving up sophisticated dining, next to some of the region’s best views. Escape to the McLaren Vale this public holiday and pair their quality craft beers with a luxurious meal. Vale is open 12pm to 5pm!

What: Vale Restaurant and Bar
Where: 128 Ingoldby Rd, McLaren Flat SA 5171
When: 12pm to 10pm
Contact: (08) 8151 0404
For more information, click here

WHAT’S ON

ANZAC DAY MARCH

The Anzac Day March will commence at 9:30 am from the corner of North Terrace and Gawler Place. The march will then make its way to its destination at the Cross of Sacrifice in Pennington Gardens, North Adelaide. Spectators are invited to line both North Terrace and King William Street to watch those participating in the march. 

Where: corner of North Terrace and Gawler Place
When: From 9:30am
For more ANZAC Day services, click here.

FEATHERS & JAZZ SOIREE | 18+

On April 25, Woodville Town Hall will host the Feathers and Jazz Soirée, a 1920s-inspired cabaret evening featuring a lineup of burlesque soloists and live music by the Artisan Jazz Project. Guests will be seated at private cabaret tables, with food and drinks available throughout the night. The event combines vintage styling, choreographed performances, and jazz interpretations of contemporary songs in a formal, seated setting.

Where: Woodville Town Hall, Woodville, Adelaide
When: 7:30pm – 10pm
To book, click here.

LENSWOOD PICK YOUR OWN

If you’re looking for a wholesome day out that combines fresh air, family fun and a little seasonal magic, Lenswood Pick Your Own is the place to be. For ANZAC Day, $1 from every kilogram of apples sold on the day is donated to the Lobethal RSL, along with a sausage sizzle by donation. Since opening, they’ve raised an impressive $9,215.

Where: 122 Harris Rd, Lenswood SA 5240
When: Open daily during school holidays, then Wednesday–Sunday until the end of the season (mid to late May)
Find out more here.

SANFL GLENELG VS NORWOOD

Glenelg and Norwood will do battle on Anzac Day at Stratarama Stadium from 5pm, after the Men’s clash.

For more info, click here

UNION HOTEL STREET PARTY

The tradition of mateship is alive and well, as the Legacy Foundation and Union Hotel partner to commemorate the ANZAC spirit with one of the country’s oldest ANZAC Day street events on Waymouth Street. Whether its veterans and service men and women stopping in for a drink before or after the parade, or friends celebrating their service, the Union Hotel is the only place to be this ANZAC Day. It’s free to attend and starts at 10am.

When: From 10am – 10pm
Where:
70 Waymouth Street, Adelaide 5000


WINETIME | SUMMERTOWN STUDIO

The guys at Summertown Studio are teaming up with EMC Australia, DJs for Climate Action and Earth Night Organisation to put on a sustainable and fun-filled night of food, tunes and vibes. Wildwood Fired Pizza will be on food, Hither & Yon will be on wines, Ah Hum band will be on music, and you and your mates will be on the good times. No need to book, just stroll on in between 5pm and 10pm with $5 entry at the door and enjoy a night that’s good for the soul, and for the earth.

Where: 13 Paringa Ave, Somerton Park SA 5044
When: 5-10pm
Find out more on their Instagram here.

Looking for something more? Check out our calendar for all the best events happening around SA! Click here.

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