On 10am Saturday 10th May 2025, you’re invited to join community groups, businesses and entertainers in the centre of Knowle to commemorate the eightieth anniversary of VE Day. The High Street will be at the heart of the celebrations with a vibrant artisan market, street food, community stalls and entertainment.
The event opens to the public at 11am and finishes at 5pm. There will be fabulous entertainment on the High Street, scrumptious street food on Kenilworth Road and community groups along our beautiful High Street.
Browse our High Street artisan market showcasing local businesses. This year it is bigger than ever, bringing local creators and makers from Warwickshire and the West Midlands to Knowle High Street. Take the opportunity to see Steve Chaplin’s collection of military vehicles, or enter your dog into the Pet competition sponsored by Pet’s World!
Saturday May 10th is set to be a day where Knowle’s community can come together on Knowle High Street. Across the UK, the VE80 commemorations in 2025 will be a powerful celebration of resilience and hope, marking 80 years since the dawn of peace in Europe. It’s a chance to joyously remember the courage and unity that triumphed over adversity, honouring the sacrifices that paved the way for a brighter future.
Events across the United Kingdom will be a testament to the enduring human spirit, a moment to rejoice in the hard-won freedom we cherish, and to inspire new generations with the promise of lasting peace and understanding. Let us come together to celebrate peace and to renew our commitment to building a world where such victories of humanity continue to shine.