The 2025 Festival of Remembrance will be held on Saturday 8 November 2025.
To be eligible to purchase tickets, you must be a member of the RBL. Members will be notified through e-newsletter and The Legion when the tickets go on sale.
The date and time tickets go on sale is not yet confirmed, but we recommend keeping an eye on our Festival of Remembrance page from June onwards this year.
If you would like to receive communications about the tickets for this year’s Festival of Remembrance, please log into the self-service portal and update your preferences by opting in to receive the Membership e-newsletter. Alternatively, you can contact Membership Services at [email protected] and a member of the team will update your preferences for you.
If you have any questions about this year’s Festival of Remembrance, please contact the Remembrance Events team at [email protected].
Festival of Remembrance 2024
Every year, the RBL’s Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert hall honours the service of, and the sacrifices made by, the British and Commonwealth Armed Forces community.
In the presence of Their Majesties The King and Queen, personal testimonies, storytelling and wonderful music performances express the nation’s gratitude to serving personnel, veterans and their families. The production also marks the sacrifices of those who have defended our freedoms and why it is important to always remember the vital contribution of the Armed Forces community.
Download the programme and follow the Festival performances.
The key elements in this year’s Festival are:
- Second World War: 80th anniversaries
This year marks the 80th anniversary of key turning points in the Second World War, which marked the beginning of the liberation of Western Europe. While D-Day was fundamental to the allied victory, the Second World War was not won on any single day – or battle – and we will recognise and pay tribute to all who served from the British Armed Forces, Commonwealth and allied nations, such as those who served in the Battles of Monte Cassino, Imphal and Kohima, Operation Market Garden and the Scheldt.
- Beyond the Second World War: Kosovo and Afghanistan
We will recognise those who served and currently serve in Kosovo 25 years after the deployment of NATO peacekeeping force: KFOR, and those who served in Afghanistan as this year marks 10 years since the end of Operation Herrick.
- The RBL’s role in society today
We will showcase the RBL’s Remembrance for All philosophy and promote our role as champion of Remembrance, to ensure the service and sacrifices of Armed Forces personnel from Britain and the Commonwealth are always remembered.
As a member, we suggest you opt in to receive communications; this can be done through the self-service portal. Members will then receive the Membership e-News and Legion magazine with information about Festival of Remembrance tickets.
Self-service portal2024 Festival of Remembrance FAQs
Can I still purchase tickets to the Festival of Remembrance?
No - tickets for both the afternoon and evening performances of the Festival of Remembrance 2024 have now sold out. The Festival of Remembrance will be broadcast on the BBC, however.
This year’s Festival of Remembrance will be held on Saturday 8 November 2025. To be eligible to purchase tickets, you must be a member of RBL. You can join our member community here: https://www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-involved/things-to-do/membership/become-a-member
When will I receive my ticket?
I have lost my ticket – is it possible to receive this again?
Are my tickets transferable?
Can I change my guest(s)?
Can I cancel my booking?
Yes, if you would like to cancel your booking, please email the Remembrance Events Team at [email protected]. We can refund your order up until 31 October. After this date, it is still possible to cancel your booking if you can no longer attend, but the cost of your tickets will be accepted as a donation to the RBL.
At what time should I arrive at the Royal Albert Hall for the Festival of Remembrance?
The afternoon performance commences at 2.00pm and is scheduled to finish by 3.45pm. Doors open at 12.30pm and we request that everyone is seated by 1.30pm at the latest to assist with security and stewarding.
The evening performance commences at 7.00pm and is scheduled to finish by 8.45pm. Doors open at 5.00pm and we request that everyone is seated by 6.30pm at the latest to assist with security and stewarding.
Will security searches be carried out?
Yes - everyone attending either performance will be subject to a security search which may take some time, and so please ensure that you allow enough time to get into the Hall before the performance starts. Baggage must be kept to a minimum as excessive baggage will slow down the search points and delay entry. Additionally, please do not bring any pocket or pen knives or sharp objects as they will be confiscated at security and not guaranteed to be returned.
The Royal Albert Hall baggage restrictions are as follows:
- One bag per person.
- Must fit under your seat.
- Should not exceed 25L.
- Capacity is approximately 40cm x 30xm x 20cm.
Do I need to bring ID verification?
What is the best route to the Royal Albert Hall via public transport?
Can I be dropped off at the Royal Albert Hall?
Yes – if anyone in your group needs to be dropped off, or is arriving by taxi, there are two drop off points:
- Primary drop off - Exhibition Road junction with Prince Consort Road (Disabled access).
- Alternative drop off - Queen’s Gate junction with Prince Consort Road.
Please note that Prince Consort Road and Kensington Road will be closed and there will be no parking available in the vicinity.
Is disabled access facilitated?
Are Guide Dogs and Hearing Dogs permitted?
Guide and Hearing Dogs are welcome at the Royal Albert Hall, though can only remain with their owner during the performance in the appropriate box seating. If you are sitting in an area which is unsuitable for dogs, you may leave your dog with a steward until the end of the performance. To make this request, please email [email protected].
Assistance dogs should be highly trained, which means that they:
- Will not wander freely around the premises.
- Will sit or lie quietly on the floor next to their owner.
- Are unlikely to foul in a public place.
- Are recognisable as assistance dogs in their harness.
In case of an emergency during the performance, please leave the building under the direction of the stewards. You will be directed to an assembled point where we will reunite you with your dog.
Is there a dress code?
How can I purchase a Festival of Remembrance souvenir programme?
For any unanswered questions prior to Saturday 8 November, please contact the Remembrance Events team via [email protected]. Otherwise, on Saturday 8 November itself, Door 12 Box Office at the Royal Albert Hall will be open for queries from 11am.
