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Guernsey Celebrates 81 Years of Liberation!
9 May
Summary
- Guernsey celebrates 81 years of liberation with a full day of events.
- The celebration includes live music, fireworks, and a parade of vehicles.
- The seafront will be closed all day on May 9th for festivities.
Guernsey is commemorating 81 years since its liberation with a comprehensive program of events scheduled for May 9th. This significant day marks the conclusion of the island's occupation during World War Two. The island's seafront will be closed throughout the day to accommodate various celebrations.
Activities will feature live music and a spectacular fireworks display over La Vallette, promising good views from the St Peter Port seafront. A grand cavalcade, including over 100 military vehicles and vintage cars, will proceed from Torteval to St Peter Port, concluding with a static display.
Earlier in the day, a parade will march from White Rock to the Town Church, with an inspection by local dignitaries. A town church service will be led by the Dean of Guernsey. Throughout the day, entertainment will be available at Castle Cornet and Albert Pier, with a tea tent also open at Crown Pier.
