Gallipoli Barracks in Enoggera will open to the public for a community event marking the Australian Army’s 125 years of service.
The Gallipoli Barracks Open Day is scheduled for Saturday 14 March from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Enoggera base, with activities centred on Duncan Oval. Pedestrian entry to the site is listed via Samford Road.
The event forms part of national commemorations taking place throughout 2026 to recognise the Army’s 125-year milestone.
Army History Marked By National Anniversary
The Australian Army was established on 1 March 1901 following Federation, when the military forces of the Australian colonies were combined into a national force. The milestone in 2026 recognises 125 years since that formation.
Across the year, a range of events and activities are planned across Australia to acknowledge the history of the Army and the service of generations of soldiers.
Gallipoli Barracks Event Program In Enoggera
Visitors attending the Enoggera open day will be able to meet serving personnel and learn about the roles carried out within the Army.
Displays are expected to include equipment and capabilities from artillery, armour, signals, transport and engineering units. Infantry and medical teams are also listed as part of the presentations.
A range of military vehicles will be on display, including the 40M, HX77, Hawkei, Bushmaster and Boxer.
Demonstrations And Activities
The afternoon program includes a RAAF flypast scheduled for 2:00 p.m. followed by a Welcome to Country and a welcome to Gallipoli Barracks at 2:15 p.m.
Demonstrations are planned from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and include a mounted infantry scenario, explosive detection dog demonstration, military working dog display, drone racing team presentation, a children’s Run Army 1.2 km dash, and displays of historical military vehicles.
Family activities listed for the day include rides such as a rock-climbing tower, giant swing and slide.
Music And Fireworks
A performance by the Australian Army Band Brisbane is scheduled from 5:45 p.m. to 6:35 p.m. The program is set to conclude with a fireworks display from 6:45 p.m. to 6:55 p.m., before the open day ends at 7 p.m.
The Enoggera event forms part of the wider national program marking 125 years since the formation of the Australian Army.
Published 5-Mar-2026
