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Where to play two-up in Sydney on ANZAC Day 2026

From carpark parties to coastal locations, the two-up bets are on at these Sydney pubs this ANZAC Day

Winnie Stubbs
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There are many ways that countries around the world honour their veterans and the sacrifices they make as members of the armed forces. One of the ways we do it here in Australia is with the fairly odd, gloriously raucous tradition of ANZAC Day two-up – betting on the flipping of two coins.

First, of course, Sydney starts ANZAC Day with the big Dawn Service, which will take place this year at the Cenotaph in Martin Place, commencing at 4.20am. The ANZAC Day March through the Sydney CBD kicks off at 9am and ends with a 12.30pm commemoration service by the Pool of Remembrance at the ANZAC Memorial in Hyde Park.

Then, after you've formally paid your respects, it's time for the coin toss. From rooftop parties to coastal rings and a beer garden with a grandstand for big-group viewing, we've scoured Sydney for the best two-up venues in town.

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Looking for somewhere else to grab a drink? Check out the best bars in Sydney right now, and these are all of our favourite pubs in the city.

Where to play two-up on ANZAC Day in Sydney

  • Pubs
  • Woolloomooloo
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Kicks off: Noon.

Two-up: Coins will be flipping from 1pm, hosted by beloved Sydney comedian Freddie McManus.

Plus: A spit roast and The Old Fitz's reliably good energy.

  • Surry Hills
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Kicks off: 10am

Two-up: Games from 10am.

Plus: They'll be serving up what they call the 'RSL' (rissole) sandwich all day until sold out, soundtracked by Aussie classics.

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  • Pubs
  • Surry Hills
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Kicks off: 10am. 

Two-up: Catch the action from noon. 

Plus: This one's taking over the whole of Collins Street, with a street-side BBQ and bar keeping players fuelled. $1 from every pint or schooner sold will be donated to Legacy Australia.

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  • Circular Quay
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Kicks off: 10am.

Two-up: The CBD's biggest rooftop two-up ring kicks off at noon, with DJs until 1am.

Plus: $7 beers for veterans, an all-day barbecue menu, and donations going to Legacy Australia.

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  • Western Sydney
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Kicks off: The Fiddler opens every day at 6.30am for breakfast, so you can get in early and stay all day. 

Two-up: Two-up kicks off at 10am.

Plus: The Fiddler has a huge beer garden, and there will be DJs playing Aussie classics all afternoon and into the night.

  • Freshwater

Kicks off: Arrive at 8am for the commerative ceremony, with games starting at noon (entry to the service is free, but you'll need to buy a ticket to access the venue from 11am onwards).

Two-up: This Freshwater headland location claims to host the biggest two-up event in the country, with coins flipping from noon until 6pm. 

Plus: Claiming to be Australia's most picturesque two-up ring, attendance will cost $10, with a portion of proceeds donated to Veterans charities. You can book online here

Note: Ticket holders must show proof of valid Mounties membership upon entry.

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  • Surry Hills
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Kicks off: Open from 10.30am.

Two-up: From noon until sundown.

Plus: Live music, sports on the big screen and $9 schooners (with donations going to Legacy).

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  • Erskineville
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The Erko
The Erko

Kicks off: 10am. 

Two-up: There'll be a ring in the main bar from noon. 

Plus: $1 from every VB sold will be shooting over to the good people at Legacy.

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  • The Rocks
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  • 4 out of 5 stars
  • Recommended

Kicks off: Doors open at 11am

Two-up: Games from noon.

Plus: A live performance from The Scots Marching Band and rooftop DJs.

 

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  • Pubs
  • Newport
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Kicks off: Open from 10am.

Two-up: Get flipping on the deck from 1pm.

Plus: There will be DJs spinning from noon, and beauiful views across the water.

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  • French
  • Rozelle

Kicks off: Doors open at 10am

Two-up: From noon

Plus: Live music from 6–9pm, sport on the big screens and the Bistro Red Lion By Manu menu available (lunch from 12-3pm, dinner from 5.30-11pm).

  • Pubs
  • Sydney

Kicks off: Doors open at 10am.

Two-up: From noon in the courtyard.

Plus: The ANZAC Day NRL game streamed live on the big screen, and pub faves to keep you fuelled.

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  • Shopping
  • Supermarkets
  • Rooty Hill

Kick off: The RSL sub-Branch Memorial Service at West HQ will take place at 10.45, with a dawn service nearby at 5.30 for the early risers.

Two up: From noon

Plus: Sports screened at 
Eat St. Bar, and live entertainment into the evening.

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