Armed Forces Weekend 2026

Name: Armed Forces Weekend 2026
Start: 2026-06-27
End: 2026-06-28
Location: Hull, East Yorkshire

Armed Forces Weekend 2026 in Hull and East Yorkshire features a series of parades, ceremonies, and community gatherings to honor the military community. A notable feature of the weekend is the provision of free bus travel for veterans, serving personnel, and cadets across the regional network.

Date: Jun 27-28, 2026
Location: Hull, East Yorkshire

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Event summary

Highlights

Free bus travel for veterans and service personnel across the region
Regional parades and ceremonies honoring the military community
Support from Stagecoach East Midlands and East Yorkshire Buses

The Hull and East Yorkshire region will host Armed Forces Weekend on June 27 and 28, 2026. This annual observance serves to honor the service of military personnel, veterans, and cadets through various public activities including formal parades and commemorative community ceremonies held throughout the region.

A key highlight for the 2026 event is a collaborative initiative between local transport operators, including Stagecoach East Midlands and East Yorkshire Buses. These companies are offering free travel on their local bus services throughout the weekend for members of the Armed Forces community to facilitate their attendance at local events.

To benefit from the free travel offer, eligible individuals include serving military professionals, veterans, and cadets. Participants are generally required to wear their uniform, medals, or a veteran’s badge, or otherwise present proof of military identification to access the complimentary transport services.

Practical details

Before attending

Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.