Remembrance Sunday

Join the community in Stevenage Old Town on Sunday 8 November at 10.15am for the Remembrance Sunday parade and service, as we come together to honour and remember those who lost their lives in conflict.

Temporary road closures will be in place in Stevenage Old Town on Sunday 8 November 2026 to support the parade and service.

The closures will begin at 8.30am and are expected to remain in place until around midday, when it is safe to reopen the roads.

Affected roads include parts of High Street, Hitchin Road, North Road, Primett Road, Walkern Road, Basils Road, Bell Lane and Drapers Way.

Access to nearby courts, yards and car parks may also be restricted during this time. Please plan your journeys and deliveries in advance, follow signed diversion routes and allow extra time for travel.

If you need to use your vehicle on Sunday morning, please consider parking outside the affected area beforehand, where permitted.

For access enquiries, please email events@stevenage.gov.uk.

Thank you to residents and businesses for your patience, understanding and support while these important commemorations take place.

Armistice Day

Join us in Town Square for a short ceremony marking Armistice Day.

At 11am, we will observe a two-minute silence to remember and honour those who lost their lives in conflict.

Everyone is welcome to attend, and no booking is required. Please arrive before the ceremony begins.

Event details

The ceremony will take place on Wednesday 11 November 2026, from 10.45am to 11.15am, in Town Square, Stevenage Town Centre.

We look forward to welcoming members of the community as we come together to reflect, remember and pay our respects.

For more information about either of these events contact the SBC Events Team.