Manchester — 28 June 2025

Manchester Armed Forces Day – A Big Thank You 2025

When

9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Location

St Peters Square
Manchester
England
M2 3AE
United Kingdom

Manchester will pay tribute to the outstanding contribution of the nation’s armed forces with a special day of free activities on St Peters Square.

Come along for an afternoon of fun activities and honour the members of the Armed Forces and veterans for their dedication and service.

The event will be attended by the Lord Mayor of Manchester, a representative on behalf of the Lord-Lieutenant of Greater Manchester. Local military bands will perform throughout the day. The event will also host a live stage with both military and civilian entertainment.

Members of the public and families will then be invited to get involved and have some fun including face painting for young ones, and information stalls supporting Armed Forces including the British Royal Legion .
Attendees will also be given the unique opportunity to get their hands on with current and historical military kit displays along with military display host of organisations paying tribute to our Armed Forces.