By Staff
March 22, 2025
BURLINGTON, ON
On May 8, 1945 – Victory in Europe (VE) – British Prime Minister Winston Churchill took to the airwaves to announce the official end to hostilities in Europe and declared, “This is your victory! It is the victory of the cause of freedom in every land. In all our long history we have never seen a greater day than this.” Jubilant crowds took to the streets in Canada and abroad to celebrate!
TODAY, we look back and continue the celebration with Three Cheers for 80 Years. Enjoy an evening out starting with a retro-themed buffet meal and then be prepared to be entertained by an engaging and highly energetic performance by the Celtic band, The Devil’s Brigade.
The Devil’s Brigade have mastered the art of creating an immediate connection with audiences. They are known for their epic, multi-instrumental sound that crosses the musical landscape to include jigs, reels, hornpipes, ballads, originals, covers, soundtracks, patriotic and military music, Irish foot-stompers and more.
Check out The Devil’s Brigade on YouTube.
Dress is casual and the wearing of vintage fashions and Allied Forces uniforms of the 1940s is encouraged but not necessary.
Donations of non-perishable food are also being accepted for the Hamilton Food Share.
Food Details:
The themed buffet includes: Waldorf salad/ambrosia salad • Roast beef with pan jus • Mashed potatoes • Yorkshire pudding • Mac and cheese • Fish & chips • Mini chicken pot pies • Vegetable platters • Deviled eggs
Dessert: Pineapple upside down cake • Jello parfaits • WWII war cake
Late night snack: Pigs in a blanket • Corned beef hash on a potato biscuit • Spam fritters • Mini Quiches • Sliders • Popcorn • Rice Krispie Treats • Peanut Butter Cookies
Date: May 10, 2025
Location: Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
Time: Doors open at 5:45 pm – Cash bar – Themed buffet open 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm – Band starts at 9:00 pm.
Admission: $80 each. A full table of ten is also available for $800.
Dietary restrictions – email your table and seat number HERE by May 1, 2025, with your dietary restrictions.
A terrible price was paid for this victory. VE Day celebrations in Toronto and London.
Revelers on the streets of Toronto on VE Day May 8th, 1945
Then Prime Minister Winston Churchill waving to massive crowds from the balcony of Buckingham Palace on May 8th, 1945
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