Armed Forces Day

Portsmouth

Type:Special Events

Southsea Common, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO5 3LR
Armed Forces Day on Southsea Common - photo credit Solent Sky Services

About

Portsmouth's Armed Forces Day event returns in 2025, with displays and events on Southsea Common set for Saturday 21 June.

This special celebration for Portsmouth's Armed Forces Day will involve parades, music, military vehicles, and a whole lot more. Last year saw a Royal Navy parachute jump, parades, and live music throughout the day.

No tickets are needed, people and families can just turn up and enjoy the event.

Trader applications are now open, via the Portsmouth City Council website.

Photo credit - Solent Sky Services

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Free entry

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Opening Times

Armed Forces Day (21 June 2025)
DayTimes
Saturday10:00 - 16:00

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