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38 Phonebox Magazine | May 2025Thursday, 8th May 2025, will mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe %u2013 and it%u2019s being called VE Day 80. Towns and cities across the UK will stop and mark the momentous day when fi ghting stopped in Europe as Germany made an unconditional surrender.And everyone throughout Olney, Newport Pagnell and the Milton Keynes region is encouraged to come together to unite and celebrate 80 years of peace in Europe. So what celebrations are taking place to mark VE Day across our region? Phonebox Magazine has picked out a selection of them.COMMUNITY MARKS VE DAY VE Day Special Quiz NightThu 1st, Revs De Cuba, 6-8pmRevs De Cuba in Milton Keynes is holding a VE Day quiz celebrating the city%u2019s older community. Immerse yourself in a nostalgic atmosphere with Union Flags and engaging questions. From historical facts to everyday life in 1945, this quiz promises fun and friendly competition and a memorable evening for all ages. Tickets %u00a35 each. VE Day 2025 Garden Party %u2013 80th AnniversarySat 3rd May, Kings Arms, Newport Pagnell, 1pmTo mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the war, the popular pub is hosting a garden party.Denton VE Day CelebrationsSat 3rd May, Denton Village Hall, Denton, 11amFun fi lled celebration for all the family taking place at the village hall and St Margaret%u2019s Church. A brass band, hot food, drinks, VE Day memorabilia, treasure hunt and stalls are among the features.VE Celebration 1940s WeekendSat 3rd-Sun 4th May, The Mansion, Bletchley Park, 9.30amPacked schedule of entertainment throughout the weekend, with live music, dancing, activities for families and demonstrations. Try out your new steps to vintage tunes performed by live bands and singers. Meet characters from World War Two. Normal admission to the applies.