VE Day Celebrations Wallingford
- Evening Gathering: A central event will take place at 8:00 PM in the Market Place, bringing together residents to honor the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. Log in or sign up to view
- Additional Activities: While specific details of the day’s full program haven’t been disclosed, the town’s calendar indicates that VE Day is a highlighted event on Thursday, 8th May. visitwallingford.uk
For the most current information, you might consider visiting the Wallingford Town Council’s Facebook page or the Visit Wallingford website.
Image from Wallingford Town Council Facebook Page
VE Day 80th Anniversary Celebrations UK
Across the UK, the day will be marked with various events, including:
- 9:00 AM: Raising of the VE Day 80 flag and proclamations by town criers.
- 12:00 PM: Bagpipers playing a specially composed tune titled “Celebratum” from prominent locations.
- 6:30 PM: Church bells ringing out in a unified celebration of peace.
- 9:30 PM: Lighting of over a thousand beacons and Lamp Lights of Peace throughout the UK, symbolizing the light of peace emerging from the darkness of war. Le Monde.fr+3VE Day 80+3VE Day 80+3
These events aim to foster a sense of national unity and remembrance, honoring those who served and sacrificed during the war.InStyle
🎉 Decorations and Commemorative Materials
To help communities and individuals participate in the celebrations, various resources are available:
- Free Printable Decorations: The Purple Pumpkin Blog offers a comprehensive set of free printable VE Day decorations, including invitations, bunting, posters, and more. These can be used for street parties, home gatherings, or educational activities. The Purple Pumpkin Blog+1Star Cutouts+1
- Commemorative Merchandise: Star Cutouts provides a range of VE Day 80 decorations, such as Union Jack-themed banners, posters, and cardboard cutouts of historical figures, to enhance the celebratory atmosphere
