VE (Victory in Europe) Day commemorates the moment on 8 May 1945 when World War II allies accepted Germany's unconditional surrender, ending the war in Europe, and this year marks its 80th anniversary
It is an opportunity for the nation to come together to honour and pay tribute to the Second World War generation from across the UK and Commonwealth, through a series of national and local events, and street parties.
To celebrate this historic occasion in Harrow, we have organised a series of events and encourage residents to mark the anniversary by holding street parties to bring your neighbourhood together.
Find out how VE Day is being commemorated in Harrow.
Harrow events
VE Day at the Manor | Bank Holiday Monday 5 May | 12pm-5pm | Ticketed event
Join us at Headstone Manor & Museum for a special VE Day celebration of our annual May Day Festival!
Experience a whole heap of engaging activities for both children and adults, from live performances to fairground rides and step back in time with special wartime-themed activities.
Life Before Victory: VE Day 80th Anniversary Exhibition | Headstone Manor & Museum | 18 Feb – 25 May | Free
This exhibition reflects on home life during the lead up to VE Day and the return to a pre-war way of life.
Celebrating the Peace: VE Day 80th Anniversary Exhibition | Headstone Manor & Museum | 17 Feb – 25 May | Free
In a continuation of the Life Before Victory VE Day 80th Anniversary Exhibition in our main exhibition room, head upstairs to the Local History Room for a more in depth look at how Harrow commemorated VE day.
Street Parties
Harrow residents can take part in the VE Day tributes by holding a free small local community street party in honour of the occasion on Saturday 10 or Sunday 11 May.
The deadline to apply for a street closure is Thursday 17 April.
The council’s website contains all the relevant information you need to bring your neighbourhood together in Harrow to mark this very special anniversary.
National Events
For more information about national events commemorating VE Day visit the VE Day website