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Cleethorpes Armed Forces Weekend 2026

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***SAVE THE DATE***

The Cleethorpes Armed Forces Weekend event will take place on

Saturday 27 June – Sunday 28 June 2026

More details to follow but save the date and get your accommodation booked for this fabulous event in Cleethorpes!

 

***Once again we will have a dedicated Armed Forces Weekend web page with all the information and links you need including the itinerary for each day, what’s on and where, car parking options, road closure information, fringe events and weekend offers with local businesses and more*** COMING SOON! Bookmark this page and come back to see the information.

 

An Update from the Armed Forces Major Events Team (February 2026):

Armed Forces Day each June represents one of the borough’s largest annual events, requiring months of detailed preparation and planning by the Armed Forces Major Engagement Team (AFMET).  As confirmed before Christmas, work has already begun on Armed Forces Day 2026, which is set to look different this year as the event coincides with major regeneration works in the centre of Cleethorpes.
The 2026 Armed Forces Weekend will take place on 27–28 June. However, in a change to the last few years, there will be no community carnival this year.
Alex Baxter, Managing Director of AFMET, the community interest company that delivers the event on behalf of the borough, said:
“Over the last few months, we have been looking at how we can deliver the best event within the constraints of the resort this year. We remain fully committed to making sure that the Armed Forces Weekend goes ahead, attracting large amounts of visitors and boosting the local economy, as it has done for years. The Council have confirmed that all of Pier Gardens will be taken out of use as the works will be underway – this is normally an area that is well used during the event, both for stands and stalls, and also for people to spread out in. For safety, we need to use the wider footprint of the resort, including Meridian Showground and the Boating Lake areas for the event this year. We are a small team of volunteers, and as such, we need to focus our efforts on making sure that the military parade, one of the main highlights of Armed Forces Day, goes ahead safely along a shorter, and different route for this year. Unfortunately, we don’t have a sufficiently long parade route or resource to manage the Community Carnival safely, as well as implementing all the necessary changes for this year.”
Subject to sponsorship and funding, the 2026 event is expected to retain its key attractions, including the big wheel, flying displays, land-based exhibitions, and the traditional parade—although changes to positioning and layout will be necessary. The whole weekend is about celebrating our armed forces communities and families and saying thank you for their service. We work throughout the year with our blue-light colleagues to ensure the event is delivered safely. With the additional challenges this year, even more preparation is needed, and we are grateful for the continued support of all partners who help bring this event to life.”
Organisations or businesses interested in sponsoring part of the 2026 event are encouraged to contact the team via email: enquiries@afmet.co.uk

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June 22, 2026 |

Discover Barnoldby – a talk

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Local historian and author, Emma Lingard, will be giving a talk on the history of Barnoldby le Beck, its church, residents and some of the fabled legends surrounding the black Grim. Did you know the first Frenchman to sit in the House of Commons lived here? Or that the person who founded Private Eye was born in the village? Expect some interesting anecdotes and stories about this village.

All monies raised from the talk will be given to the upkeep of St Helen’s Church, a Grade I listed building dating back to the Norman age.

Emma is a local historian and broadcaster who wrote the book Grimsby Streets in 2017. She leads guided history tours around north east Lincolnshire and is a regular contributor to the media when it comes to the area’s history. Recently she has been on Sky News, BBC Radio 4, Michael McIntyre’s Big Show, and BBC One’s Who Do You Think You Are.

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June 22, 2026 |

Docks Day Sessions: Boyband Legends

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Boyband Legends bring the ultimate 90s and 00s boyband throwback to Docks Academy on Saturday, 20th June, for a full afternoon of singalongs, nostalgia and day drinking.

Saturday 20th June 2026
Doors 2pm | Curfew 8pm
Ages 18+ Only
Advance Tickets | £15 + Fees
The audience for this show will be standing
Celebrating the golden era of pop, Boyband Legends perform the biggest hits from Boyzone, Backstreet Boys, Westlife, 911, Blue and Five across two high-energy live sets. Expect massive choruses, smooth harmonies and all the classics you still know every word to.
Live sets:
4pm–4:45pm
5:15pm–6pm
Between and after live sets, DJ Steve Rusling keeps the party going with wall-to-wall throwback anthems from the same era.
Whether you were there the first time round or just love a proper pop singalong, this is a feel-good afternoon built for dancing, singing and being home by bedtime.

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June 20, 2026 |

ZZ Topped at Yardbirds Rock

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The UK’s no.1 tribute to ZZ TOP.

Expect beards, furry spinning guitars and greatest hits. Have mercy!

October 28th 1985. ZZ TOP release their highly acclaimed album ‘Afterburner’.
The late, great Dusty Hill took the lead vocals on the track ‘Can’t Stop Rockin’.
Now, in 2026, ZZ TOPPD, That Little Ol’ Band From Essex are back, and they ‘Can’t Stop Tourin’!
This two hour show is the ultimate tribute to the Texas Blues legends, complete with multiple costume changes and the iconic, furry spinning guitars. This is a show you won’t want to miss!
Have mercy!
  • Yardbirds Rock, Grimsby
  • Saturday 20 June 2026

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June 20, 2026 |

National Coastwatch Institution Cleethorpes – First Anniversary

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On Sunday 21 June, the Cleethorpes National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) will celebrate its first anniversary

In our first year the NCI have achieved remarkable success, quickly transforming from a newly converted exhibition trailer into an award-winning pillar of the local search and rescue community. We intend to celebrate the day by inviting local dignitaries and personalities and emergency services to recognise our first year.

We invite you to participate in celebrating this occasion by joining us on the day to say hello, understand what we do and have a slice of cake.

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June 20, 2026 |

Father’s Day Craft at Freshney Place Shopping Centre

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Freshney Place Shopping Centre is hosting a special Father’s Day Craft afternoon.

Create Father’s Day cards, badges, pennant flags, Dad Paper Puppets and Super Dad Masks!
There will be a colouring in and doodle area for younger kids too
  • Saturday 20 June 2026
  • 11am to 3pm
  • Located near BBs
Join us for a fun-filled day of exciting crafts and creative activities!
We can’t wait to see you there!

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June 19, 2026 |

Picnic at the Pavilion

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New Waltham Parish Council presents ..

Picnic at the Pavilion

Come along, bring a picnic and celebrate all that is New Waltham for its 65th year.

  • Sack Race, Egg & Spoon Race, Parents Race
  • Family Fun
  • Games, stalls and inflatables
  • Brass Band
  • Tug of War!

 

  • Saturday 20 June 2026
  • From 11am
  • Pavilion Field, New Waltham, Grimsby

 

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June 18, 2026 |

Hello Again: The Neil Diamond Songbook

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A brand-new, mind-blowing production for 2026 – introducing sensational new lead, Jesse Rivers – celebrates 60 years of sparkling Neil Diamond hits!

In 1966, prolific singer/songwriter Neil Diamond released his debut album, and MUSIC was changed forever. . . This five-star production is the world’s greatest celebration and tribute to his life and work.

And, this year, award-winning Jesse Rivers (Best Male Tribute) takes it to the next level.

As seen on ITV’s iconic Stars in Their Eyes, Jesse is joined by the spellbinding Salvation Band and Diaz Sisters.

<plus the Brooklyn Horns and Ascending Strings – on selected performances only>

Follow Neil Diamond’s story from his early songwriting days to international stardom, through six decades of all your favourite hits, including Sweet Caroline, Cracklin’ Rosie, Forever in Blue Jeans, I am I said, Song Sung Blue, Hello Again, Love on the Rocks, Red, Red Wine, I’m a Believer, America and many, many, more.

Featuring evocative imagery, video, and narration, alongside a supremely talented cast, don’t miss your chance to experience the show regarded as the most successful independent production of its kind. . .

BOOK NOW!

***** Featuring all the hits from this year’s hottest movie – Song Sung Blue, starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson.

 

  • Friday 19 June 2026
  • Grimsby Auditorium, Cromwell Road, Grimsby

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June 16, 2026 |

Jools Holland

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CMP by arrangement with One Fifteen presents

JOOLS HOLLAND
and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
with special guest star ROACHFORD
and guest vocalists RUBY TURNER
LOUISE MARSHALL & SUMUDU JAYATILAKA

As the UK’s most popular pianist and bandleader, Jools Holland OBE has performed and recorded with some of the most talented musicians and songwriters in the world, including Eric Clapton, the late George Harrison and Luther Vandross, Sting, BB King and Paul Weller.

Jools is respected not only as a performer, but also an authority on all music.

The 20-piece Rhythm & Blues Orchestra features special guest Roachford and guest vocalists Ruby Turner, Louise Marshall and Sumudu Jayatilaka.

As ever, Jools continues to dazzle, involve and impress audiences with his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra and their exuberant live performances.

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June 14, 2026 |

Talk on the Pier with author, Tracy Baines

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Join The Cleethorpes Promenados on Cleethorpes Pier for a special seaside afternoon with bestselling author Tracy Baines, celebrating her much-loved Seaside Girls and Dockyard Girls novels – all set right here in Cleethorpes and Grimsby.

Stories, laughter and nostalgia
Launch of latest The Seaside Girls books, Silver Linings.
Live music inspired by the era
Tea, coffee and cake from 2.30pm
Friday 19 June | 3–5pm
Cleethorpes Pier
£8 – limited to 50 seats
Book now: https://www.tickettailor.com/…/cleethorpesprome…/2048741
Signed paperback copies of Silver Linings for the Seaside Girls will be available on the day at the discounted price of £7.00 – available to pre-order via Ticket Tailor (pay when you collect) – see the notice on checkout.

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June 14, 2026 |