Stevenage will join villages, towns and cities across the UK this June proudly flying the flag for Armed Forces Day. The event in the town centre will be held on Saturday 27 June 2025 from 10am - 4pm. There’s a jam-packed schedule planned, and we’re really excited for you to join a day filled with free, family-friendly activities.

This national event is a chance for our community to show appreciation for the brave men and women who serve - and have served - in the Armed Forces. It’s also agreat opportunity to get involved and learn more about military careers andexperiences, with cadets, officers and veterans on hand to share their stories and insights.

Thinking of a career change or just starting out? Armed Forces Day offers a unique window into the many roles available in the Armed Forces, with real-life accounts of life in service.

Head over to Event Island and Town Square, where a lively schedule awaits the whole family and you can find the charities joining us on the day:

• Stevenage Army Cadets
• SSAFA
• Army Careers
• The Muster Point
• Kaotic Angels
• Stevenage Sea Cadets & Royal Marine Cadets
• Stevenage Borough Council – Armed Forces Covenant Group

There’s still time for additional groups to join, so keep an eye out for new arrivals.

Whether you're soaking up the performances, browsing charity stalls, or enjoying the family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone. Including

• An interactive display of Anderson Shelters
• Pipe Major WWII Bn Seaforth’s
• Performances from Miss Jones Vintage Singer
• Chocks Away Stilt Walker
• Anglo-Saxon Living History Display
• Colour in your own bunting

Councillor Claire Parris, Armed Forces Champion and St Nicholas Ward Councillor at SBC said: “Our Armed Forces are a team of service men and women who are an asset to our country. Armed Forces Day brings our community together to recognise and thank these people for their dedication. Their work - whether promoting peace, providing aid, or ensuring our security - is something we deeply value.

“Events like this are only possible thanks to the dedication of our incredible volunteers. Your support makes all the difference, so please come along, bring friends and family, and enjoy a fantastic day in Stevenage."

The full event schedule is below, so put a date in your diary and don’t miss out. See you there!

• 10am Event Open – Pipe Major
• 10:30 Chocks Away Stilt Walker
• 11:30am Vintage Singer, Alex Shows UK
• 12:15pm Pipe Major to Pipe in The Mayor & Leader
• 12:20pm Welcome: Mayor, Cllr Lloyd Briscoe & Leader of the Council, Cllr Richard Henry
• 12:30pm Chocks Away Stilt Walker
• 12:45pm Vintage Singer, Alex Shows UK
• 1:30pm Pipe Major
• 2pm Vintage Singer, Alex Shows UK
• 3pm Chocks Away Stilt Walker
• 4pm Event Close – Pipe Major

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