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VE Day: How are you celebrating?

Bunting hanging up across trees outside. Image source, Getty Images

This month sees big events and celebrations planned to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day - or Victory in Europe Day.

The special occasion will be observed in lots of ways, including with a military parade and flypast in London, street parties across the country and a huge anniversary concert.

King Charles and Queen Camilla will also be hosting a special tea party for people who have served in the armed forces.

So, we want to know what you're doing for it. Have you been learning about VE Day or doing activities at school? Or are you planning something special with friends and family?

Whatever it might be, let us know in the comments below.

Thousands of people standing in Trafalgar Square on 8 May 1945.Image source, Getty Images
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Thousands of people gathered in central London to celebrate the news

VE Day marks the day when the war with Nazi Germany in Europe came to an end on 8 May 1945.

Many people were extremely happy that the war had stopped in Europe and there were big festivities and street parties.

VE Day was also a moment of great sadness and reflection, as millions of people had lost their lives or lost loved ones in the conflict.

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What is VE Day?

That's why a wide range of events - both celebrating and commemorating - the day are being planned this year for the 80th anniversary.

We want to know if you will be doing anything to mark the occasion.

Will you be having a street party or a picnic, and sharing some tasty food with your family, friends or neighbours?

Or are you doing anything in school to celebrate? Have you been learning about VE Day in lessons? Or perhaps you have been writing poems or drawing pictures?

Let us know in the comments below.