Armed Forces Day - All You Need To Know!

Armed Forces Day 2026 - All You Need To Know!

Scarborough is once again hosting one of the biggest Armed Forces Day events in the UK on Saturday 27th June 2026. Events will be centred around South Bay along Foreshore Road and Sandside, which will be closed to traffic all day.

11am Welcome by the Scarborough Town Crier

11.30am RAF Chinook flypast

11.40amRAF Tutor T Mark 1 air display

11.55am to 12.30pm Formal opening

Scarborough Standards march into the Formal Area
Chairman of North Yorkshire Council, Councillor David Chance and Cdre Thomas Knowles Naval Regional Commander – Northern England and the Isle of Man will review the Standards
Scarborough Town Crier calls on all assembled to the opening of the event, the Yorkshire Volunteers Band marches into the Formal Area.
Formal opening and welcome by the Chairman of North Yorkshire Council
The Yorkshire Volunteers Band display
Presentation of awards by Cdre Thomas Knowles
Standards & The Yorkshire Volunteers Band marches off, and event officially starts

12:45pm The Royal Hospital Chelsea Pensioners Pace Stick Team

1pm Royal Air Force Cadets display of banner drill

1.15pm Scarborough Sea Cadet continuity drill display team

2.30pm Calidus AutoGyro – air display

3pm Scarborough Sea Cadet Band performance

3.30pm Hawker Fury – a relative of the famous Sea Fury – air display

3.45pm East Riding Pipe Band performance

4.05pm RAF Eurofighter Typhoon FGR4 – air display

4.20pm Standards, veterans and cadets parade steps off led by Queen’s Own Yeomanry and Yorkshire Volunteers Band

4.30pm Review of Parade at the formal area
Parade Marshal to invite Reviewing Officer; Cdre Thomas Knowles with VIPs to review the parade
Presentation of the Armed Forces Day Flag to Executive Officer Lie Bellens of Geel Sea Cadets, Belgium
Closing words by Cdre Thomas Knowles
Prayers and blessings by Reverend Sam Tredwell

4.45pm Closing Ceremony
Exhortation by Matthew O’Brien, Chairman of the RBL
Sunset ceremony including the Yorkshire Volunteers Band
Scarborough Sea Cadets lower the Armed Forces flag and present to Cdre Thomas Knowles
Yorkshire Volunteers Band perform and conclude with the National Anthem
Three cheers for HM Armed Forces led by Cdre Thomas Knowles

4.55pm Parade marches off

5pm Event finishes

Please use the Park & Ride sites on the A64 Seamer Road and the A165 Filey Road. Scarborough will be very busy, with Richard Ashcroft performing at the Scarborough Open Air Theatre on Saturday evening too.

The weather is forecast to be very warm with sunny spells. There will be free water refill points along the seafront. Make sure you are wearing suncream and / or are covered up from the sun.

Veteran Focused Highlights

Recognition and celebration: Veterans will be publicly acknowledged throughout the day, with speeches and tributes that highlight their service and sacrifice.
Veterans’ Village: A dedicated area where veterans can connect with support organisations, charities, and fellow service members.
Access to Support Services: Information and advice from military charities and organisations offering health, wellbeing, housing, and financial support.
Discount Opportunities: Veterans can register for the Defence Privilege Card, which offers access to online and high street discounts

Naval Warfare Returns To Peasholm Park – Armed Forces Day Special

Prepare for action as the legendary Naval Warfare show launches its summer season with a spectacular Armed Forces Day special at Peasholm Park!

On Saturday 27 June, the tranquil lake will transform into a dramatic battle zone as 20-foot replica warships recreate a thrilling sea battle, complete with explosions, smoke, and sound effects. This unique and much-loved Scarborough tradition is a must-see for visitors of all ages.

Time: 3:00pm
Location: Peasholm Park, North Bay, Scarborough

Join us for this unforgettable spectacle as part of Scarborough’s Armed Forces Day celebrations—a powerful tribute to naval history and the courage of those who serve.

North Yorkshire Council will be taking photos and film footage at this event. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please speak to a member of the team.

Images and videos may be used by North Yorkshire council, our partners and our commercial services for press and printed information and digital channels.

Images and video will be stored for three years and may continue to be used by the council unless advised otherwise. If you do not wish for them to be used, you can contact North Yorkshire Council via their website.