Victory in Europe Day, known as VE Day, is the annual day of celebration of the Allies accepting Germany's unconditional surrender during World War II - and communities across the city have come together today (May 8) to celebrate.
Schools have hosted VE Day festivities with pupils dressing up in their best red, white and blue outfits and a number of carehomes across the city have held parties.
77. VE Day 80: Ark Ayrton Primary Academy
Ark Ayrton Primary Academy has celebrated VE Day with an afternoon tea-style lunch on the playground. During the day pupils also had a special VE Day assembly. | Ark Ayrton Primary Academy
78. VE Day 80: Ark Ayrton Primary Academy
Ark Ayrton Primary Academy has celebrated VE Day with an afternoon tea-style lunch on the playground. During the day pupils also had a special VE Day assembly. | Ark Ayrton Primary Academy
79. VE Day 80: Ark Ayrton Primary Academy
Ark Ayrton Primary Academy has celebrated VE Day with an afternoon tea-style lunch on the playground. During the day pupils also had a special VE Day assembly. | VE Day 80: Ark Ayrton Primary Academy
80. Havant VE Day Celebrations
Families enjoyed the VE Day celebrations that took place in Havant town centre this weekend. Pictured: South Zone Dance before their perfomance. Picture: Chris Moorhouse | Chris Moorhouse