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The Prince of Wales is to lead veterans in a service marking 65 years since the end of World War II in Europe.The national ceremony at the Cenotaph in London from midday will commemorate VE Day - declared on 8 May 1945.
The prince, accompanied by the Duchess of Cornwall, will lay a wreath, ahead of a reception at Horse Guards Parade hosted by the Royal British Legion.
Government officials and heads of the armed forces will also attend alongside serving personnel and families.
Ultimate sacrifice
A total of 2,000 veterans, serving members of the three armed forces, ambassadors, religious and political figures, and members of the public are expected.
Up to 580,406 UK and Commonwealth forces were killed in the six year conflict, and 67,073 civilians died in the Blitz.
The Last Post will be sounded and a one minute silence observed during the service for those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Royal British Legion president, Lt Gen Sir John Kiszely, said: "We are extremely grateful that the Prince of Wales was able to join us in Normandy last year for the 65th anniversary of the D-Day landings.
"It is entirely appropriate that His Royal Highness returns again this year to meet with some of those veterans who made victory in Europe possible."
Later in the evening, a commemoration gala concert will be held at the Royal Albert Hall in aid of the British Red Cross.
Elsewhere in Europe, no major events have been planned, although on Sunday Russia will hold its 65th victory Parade in Moscow's Red Square.
The ceremony, renowned for its show of military might, will have a British presence for the first time after Number Two Company of the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards were invited to take part.
The 71 Guardsmen, accompanied by the Royal Air Force band, will dress in full ceremonial uniform.This article is from the BBC News website. ? British Broadcasting Corporation, The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites.