Buckingham Palace releases statement on royal family's engagements
King Charles, Queen Camilla was joined by Prince William, Kate Middleton and other members of the family on Monday
May 05, 2025
The Buckingham Palace on Monday released a statement detailing the royal family's engagements related to celebrations for the 80th anniversary of VE (Victory in Europe) Day.
It said, "This week, Their Majesties The King and Queen, together with Members of the Royal Family, will attend events commemorating the 80th Anniversary of VE Day, marking the end of the Second World War in Europe."
Below are the details:
Monday 5th May
The King and Queen, together with Members of the Royal Family and the Prime Minister, will join Second World War veterans to watch a military procession and flypast.
The King and Queen will host a Tea Party for veterans and members of the Second World War generation at Buckingham Palace.
Tuesday 6th May
The Queen will view a new display of ceramic poppies at The Tower of London.
Thursday 8th May
Their Majesties, joined by Members of the Royal Family, will attend a Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey.
The King and Queen will attend a live celebratory concert from Horse Guards Parade to conclude the national VE Day commemorations.
Friday 9th - Saturday 10th May
The Princess Royal, accompanied by Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, will mark the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Guernsey and Sark in the Channel Islands.
