Published on 05/05/2025
Their Majesties The King and Queen, together with other Members of the Royal Family, are attending events commemorating the 80th Anniversary of VE Day, marking the end of the Second World War in Europe.
Commemorations will continue throughout the week, ending on the 8th May: the 80th anniversary itself.
The programme for the week is as follows:
Sunday 4th May
VE Day events began with commemorations in Denmark to celebrate the country’s Liberation.
Monday 5th May
The King and Queen, together with Members of the Royal Family and the Prime Minister, joined Second World War veterans to watch a military procession down The Mall to the Palace. Their Majesties and other members of the Royal Family appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, as George VI had done with his family 80 years previously.
The King and Queen then hosted a Tea Party for veterans and members of the Second World War generation at Buckingham Palace.
Tuesday 6th May
The Queen will view a new display of ceramic poppies at The Tower of London.
Thursday 8th May
Their Majesties, joined by Members of the Royal Family, will attend a Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey.
The King and Queen will attend a live celebratory concert from Horse Guards Parade to conclude the national VE Day commemorations.
Friday 9th – Saturday 10th May
The Princess Royal, accompanied by Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, will mark the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Guernsey and Sark in the Channel Islands.
