What is Armed Forces Day?
Armed Forces Day is a chance to show your support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community: from currently serving troops to Service families, veterans, and cadets. There are many ways for people, communities, and organisations across the country to show their support and get involved.
Showing support for the Armed Forces provides a much-valued morale boost for the troops and their families. You can find out more about what they are doing at home and around the world by visiting the official sites of the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force.
When Is It?
Armed Forces Day 2025 takes place on Saturday 28 June.
Armed Forces Day celebrations will begin in Lanarkshire on Saturday 21st June 2025 when South Lanarkshire Council will raise the Armed Forces Day Flag at their Headquarters , Almada Street , Hamilton at 11am and on Monday 23 June North Lanarkshire Council will raise the flag at the Council’s Headquarters, Civic Centre, Motherwell at 10:30 am.
Reserves Day on Wednesday 25 June will also provide an opportunity for the country to recognise our Reserve Forces.
Find out More
You can discover more about Armed Forces Day – including how to get involved and what events are happening near you – through the following link: Armed Forces Day – 28 June 2025.