A NORTH Yorkshire town will soon be buzzing with pride as crowds flock to celebrate Britain's Armed Forces.
Scarborough will once again play host to one of the biggest Armed Forces Day events in the country with parades, stunning air and naval displays, and much more.
Scarborough Armed Forces Day is one of 130 to receive Ministry of Defence (MOD) funding to help host the celebrations on Saturday, June 27.
The event has taken place in the coastal town annually for almost 20 years, and has been pulling in residents and tourists alike.
This year, visitors can expect to enjoy displays from the RAF Spitfire, RAF Tutor, RAF Typhoon, Hawker Fury, and Calidus Auto Gyro.
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The event will also have performances from The Royal Hospital Chelsea Pensioners Pace Stick Team, the East Riding Pipe Band, and Scarborough Sea Cadet continuity display drill team.
Scarborough Armed Forces Day 2026 takes place in a landmark year as the town marks 400 years since the discovery of its spa waters.
To commemorate the anniversary of becoming a Spa town, a year-long celebration is planned with a programme of vibrant events including exhibitions, culture and art displays, family entertainment, and community trails. An artist will also be commissioned to create a heritage installation which will become a permanent feature at Scarborough Spa.
In Scarborough's North Bay, 20-foot large replica warships will take to the lake in Peasholm Park to recreate a lively sea battle complete with explosions, smoke, and sound effects at 3pm on Saturday, June 27.
The 30-minute family-friendly show will also be a feature of summer at Peasholm Park at 3pm on different days of the week, with music starting from 2.30pm.
The Ministry of Defence grants come as part of the MOD’s work to boost the number of events in line with the Strategic Defence Review’s call to reconnect communities with the military.
Armed Forces Day events invite people to show support for Armed Forces personnel, including currently-serving troops, service families, veterans and cadets.
Some roads and car parks in Scarborough will be closed for the day to allow sufficient time for the event to be set up, and then taken down.
Visitors can also expect a military vehicle village and a seafront parade.
Roads and car parks that will be closed from 5am until 11.59pm (deliveries will be allowed until 9am) include: Blands Cliff, Eastborough from Globe Street to Foreshore Road Junction, Eastborough Car Park, East Sandgate from Tuthill to Eastborough, Foreshore Road, Quay Street, Quay Street Car Park, Sandside, and West Pier Car Park.
A North Yorkshire Council spokesperson said: "Whilst we appreciate that there will be some disruption caused by the closures, we hope you understand the necessity, due to the size and necessary safety measures around the event, of the closures for Scarborough to host such a prestigious national event."
Local residents including Blue Badge holders whose road is on the closure list will be expected to move their vehicle for the event.
Arrangements are being made for anyone with special medical requirements.
"This is a once in a lifetime event in Scarborough and we hope you will join in and enjoy what will be an incredible spectacle for the area," said the spokesperson.
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