Every year at 11am on 11 November—the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month—we pause to remember those who have served and those who have died in all wars and peacekeeping operations.
This year on Remembrance Day, the Shrine of Remembrance marks it's 90th birthday. For nine decades, the Shrine has been the home of commemoration and remembrance for the Victorian community. It is a reminder of the fragility of peace and the cost of conflict, as well as a testament to the fortitude, courage and generosity of those who serve all of us.
The Shrine's architecture plays a pivotal role on Remembrance Day. At exactly 11am, the Ray of Light illuminates the word “Love” on the Stone of Remembrance in the Sanctuary, symbolising the exact moment the Armistice was signed to end the First World War. The general public can view this again at midday.
All are welcome to join us for the Victorian State Remembrance Service. Bookings are not required.
Limited seating is available.
Victorian State Remembrance Service
10.30am Monday 11 November
Second World War Memorial Forecourt
Shrine of Remembrance
11 Days of Remembrance
From 1 November, the Shrine’s 11 Days of Remembrance program reflects on the memorial's enduring legacy. Join us as we honour the past, reflect on the present, and envision the future of remembrance at this iconic Melbourne landmark.
Peter Maddison Presents: Alternate visions for Victoria’s war memorial
Uncover the forgotten designs for Victoria's War Memorial in this fascinating panel led by architect and Grand Designs Australia host Peter Maddison.
Shaping the Future of the Shrine: The 2025-45 Master Plan Community Session
Join us for a special public engagement session where we’ll showcase the exciting potential future of the Shrine of Remembrance.
Commemoration in Concert: 90 Years of the Shrine
Join us for an extraordinary afternoon of music on the eve of the Shrine’s 90th anniversary featuring the Royal Australian Navy Band Melbourne and the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Chorus.
Victorian State Remembrance Day Service
Join us for the Victorian State Remembrance Day Service or watch online.
Designing Remembrance
This nostalgic exhibition delves into the forgotten designs for Victoria's war memorial, commemorating the Shrine's 90th anniversary.
Red to Remember
In the 10 days leading up to Remembrance Day, the Shrine and other Melbourne landmarks will light ''red to remember''.
Share your pics with us by including the hashtags #shrineofremembrance and #redtoremember on social media.
Free public transport
Veterans, war widows, and current defence members will be able to travel for free on public transport to the Shrine service and local commemorative services on Remembrance Day, including V-Line services.
Free public transport to commemorations is also open to school students, Scouts, Guides, ADF Cadets and band members in uniform.
To claim the free travel, veterans and war widows will simply need to present a form of identification, including:
- Veterans Card - Victoria
- DVA Veteran Gold or White Card
- Category ‘V’ Victorian Public Transport Concession Card.
- or wearing a uniform, service medals, an ex-service association or returned from active service or war widows badge
Members of the Australian Defence Force can either wear their uniform or show their ADF Badge.
The Remembrance Day Service and broadcast is supported by the Victorian Government.
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