Australia Day 2025: Celebration & Event Guide
Celebrate Australia Day on January 26th with BBQs, beach outings, fireworks, and community events across the nation.
Australia Day: Celebrating the Land Down Under
Australia Day on January 26th is the official national day of Australia, commemorating the 1788 arrival of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove. It's a day of celebration, reflection, and community gatherings.
How Australians Celebrate
Backyard BBQs
Nothing says Australia Day like a classic Aussie barbecue. Families and friends gather for snags (sausages), prawns, lamb chops, and pavlova dessert.
Beach Activities
With summer in full swing, beaches across Australia fill with swimmers, surfers, and sunbathers enjoying the warm weather.
Fireworks Displays
Major cities host spectacular fireworks shows, with Sydney Harbour and Perth's Swan River being popular viewing spots.
Australia Day Events
Traditional Australian Foods
Planning Your Australia Day
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