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Jubilation was the order of the day on the 8 May 1945 (VE Day) when millions of people took to the streets to celebrate the German surrender in Europe.

At the National Memorial Arboretum, to mark this landmark moment we’ll be hosting a FREE weekend of activities inspired by the street party spirit of 1945. A packed programme of live performances, including vintage 1940s inspired dance workshops, will set the scene for our celebrations which will culminate at the end of each day with a mass visitor singalong.

Young visitors can get creative as they make their own musical instruments to play and flags to wave. Traditional lawn games will also be available throughout the weekend for everyone to enjoy.

From the ARP warden tasked with helping communities during enemy bombing raids, to a land girl helping to boost Britain’s food production. The Arboretum’s costumed performers will take visitors back on a journey to 1945. From the home front to the front line, their captivating stories inspired by those who lived 80 years ago, will help bring history to life.