Newport will host a special celebration next Saturday to commemorate 80 years since the end of World War Two.
The free event will take place at Victoria Recreation Ground from 10am to 4pm on 14th June 2025.
Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council has organised the community celebration to mark this significant milestone in history.
Parade through town centre
The Royal British Legion will lead a parade through Newport’s town centre as part of the day’s festivities.
Marching bands, Jeeps and veterans will participate in the procession, which begins at Quay Street at 10.15am.
The parade route will take participants up to St Thomas’s Square, past the war memorial, before turning right onto Pyle Street.
The procession will continue up to the Mall, then turn right down Recreation Ground Road to reach the event site.
Entertainment for all ages
The Victoria Recreation Ground event promises entertainment suitable for all visitors.
The Bob Howarth Big Band will provide musical entertainment throughout the day.
Classic vehicles will be on display, alongside 1940s-themed exhibits that will transport visitors back to the wartime era.
Vintage amusement rides will add to the nostalgic atmosphere of the celebration.
Interactive activities
Visitors can participate in jive lessons to learn dances popular during the 1940s.
Children will have access to a dedicated NERF arena for active entertainment.
The organisers have ensured that admission remains free for all attendees, making the event accessible to the entire community.
The combination of historical commemoration and family-friendly activities aims to create a memorable day for residents of all ages.
