I’m incredibly proud that Carmarthenshire has been chosen to host Wales’ National Armed Forces Day 2026 — a very special occasion bringing communities together from across Wales to recognise, celebrate, and thank the men and women who serve, or who have served, in our Armed Forces.
Taking place at the beautiful Pembrey Country Park, this major national event promises to be a fantastic family-friendly day packed with military displays, entertainment, music, demonstrations, community spirit, and activities for all ages.
EVENT TIMETABLE 
11:30am — Event Opens
Armed Forces Day will begin with a short parade of standards, led by our local cadets and veteran organisations. The parade will march to the stage area to lay up their standards, marking the formal start of the opening ceremony.
11:40am — Regimental Band and Corps of Drums of The Royal Welsh Parade
12:00pm — Official Opening Ceremony
12:30pm – 3:45pm — Afternoon Entertainment
Hosted by Mari Grug and featuring performances from:
• Meibion Elli
• Kelly Ann Watt
• Llanelli Royal British Legion Band
• NHS Hospital Notes
• And more...
3:45pm — Royal Air Force Falcons Parachute Display Team
(Weather dependant)
4:00pm — Closing Ceremony
5:30pm – 7:30pm — Evening Entertainment
Featuring:
• Newshan
• Liam J Edwards (Y Llais 2025 finalist)
• Headline performance by West End performer Samuel Wyn Morris
Entry to the event is completely FREE, although parking charges will apply for visitors who are not annual parking permit holders at Pembrey Country Park. Parking vouchers will be available for serving Armed Forces personnel and veterans.
Visitors are encouraged to book tickets in advance to help organisers manage attendance, although nobody will be turned away on the day if attending without a ticket.
This promises to be one of the biggest and most anticipated events of the year here in Carmarthenshire — a wonderful opportunity for us all to come together in recognition, gratitude, remembrance, and community spirit. 
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