Pause a minute to remember
Each year, at 11am on 11 November—the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month—we pause to honour all who have served, and those who gave their lives, in war and peacekeeping operations.
On this day in 1918, the guns of the Western Front fell silent after more than four years of devastating conflict. Germany’s signing of the Armistice marked the end of the First World War and gave birth to this day of remembrance.
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, marking the precise moment the Armistice was signed. This moving alignment can be viewed again by the public at midday.
All are invited to attend the Victorian State Remembrance Day Service at the Shrine. Bookings are not required, but please note that seating is limited.
Victorian State Remembrance Service
10.30am Tuesday 11 November
Second World War Memorial Forecourt
Shrine of Remembrance
Events
Webinar: The Search for Australia’s Second World War Missing
Join us for a compelling webinar revealing the race to locate and recover Australia’s missing service personnel from the Second World War.
Commemoration in Concert
Experience an unforgettable evening of music and reflection at the Shrine of Remembrance.
Victorian State Remembrance Day Service
Join us for the Victorian State Remembrance Day Service or watch online.
Peter FitzSimons: The Courageous Life of Weary Dunlop
Join bestselling author Peter FitzSimons as he shares the extraordinary story of a doctor whose courage became a lifeline for thousands of POWs.
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
All veterans, war widows and war widowers can access free Public Transport across Melbourne and Regional Victoria on Remembrance Day, Tuesday 11 November 2025.
Free travel is also extended to school students, Scouts, Guides, Australian Defence Force Cadets and band members in uniform travelling to commemoration events and services.
When using public transport, eligible travellers simply need to present their:
- DVA gold or white card,
- category V Victorian public transport concession card
- Veterans Victoria card through the Service Victoria app, or
- wear their uniform, service medals, ex-service association or returned from active service or War Widows badge.
Holders of Veterans Concession myki, EDA/TPI or War Veterans/War Widow Free Travel Pass should touch on and off as usual. myki fares won’t be charged during this period. Learn more.
The Remembrance Day Service and broadcast is supported by the Victorian Government.
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