VE Day Beacon Event

Edward German Crescent, Newport, NP19 9ND
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Thursday 8th May 19:30 - 22:00

About VE Day Beacon Event

To mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day on Thursday 8 May 2025, celebrations will be held at 7:30pm on the Queen Elizabeth II Playing Field NP19 9ND.

Anthony Stuart-Lloyd former West End star will compere the evening.

The evening will consist of musical entertainment with contributions from:

Gwent Music Community Celtic Group
Gwent Music Brass Ensemble
Anthony Stuart Lloyd – former West End performer
City of Newport Male Choir

The International Tribute will be read, followed by the lighting of the VE Day Beacon.

Bring a chair and picnic to enjoy the celebrations.

Website https://www.newport.gov.uk/our-city/see-and-do/ve-day-2025#:~:text=To%20mark%20the%2080th%20anniversary,star%20will%20compere%20the%20evening.