Events are being held as part of the annual national campaign to provide everyone with the opportunity to show their support for the men and women of the armed forces, past and present, including serving troops, their families, reservists, veterans and cadets.
To start the week flag raising events are taking place across our region on Monday, 22 June:
- 10am at Midsteeple, Dumfries
- 10.45am at Castle Square, Stranraer
- 11am at Annan Town Hall
- 11am at Market Hill, Castle Douglas
- 11am at Moffat Town Hall
- 11am at Tolbooth, Sanquhar
- 11am at Langholm Town Hall
- 12pm at Dashwood Square, Newton Stewart
- 6pm at Colliston Park, Dalbeattie
The flags will be flown until 29 June.
On Armed Forces Day, Saturday 27 June 2026, a parade will take place from 11.40am until 12.30pm in Dumfries Town Centre. The parade will be led by members of Annan Town Band, followed by representatives of our retired and serving armed forces personnel. Councillor Archie Dryburgh MBE will be the master of ceremonies.
Convener of Dumfries and Galloway Council, Councillor Tracey Little, said:
“Armed Forces Day is an important opportunity to recognise and thank those who have served, and those who continue to serve, in our armed forces.
“Across Dumfries and Galloway, there is a strong and enduring sense of respect and gratitude for our armed forces community. The continued support shown by people across the region reflects the high value we place on their service and contribution.”
Councillor Archie Dryburgh MBE, Dumfries and Galloway Council’s Armed Forces Champion, said:
“I am delighted to invite veterans, reservists, cadets and serving personnel to join us for this year’s parade, and I would encourage communities across the region to come along and show their support.
“The strong turnout we see each year is a clear reflection of the respect our communities have for the armed forces. It is a great opportunity to come together, share in the sense of pride, and recognise the contribution of those who serve.”