A triple whammy of world-famous display teams will make this year's Veterans' Weekend event is the best yet, says the organiser.
Last year, 50,000 people packed into Hull's East Park to enjoy two days of activities and displays, all designed to honour British forces past and present.
But Honorary Alderman Brian Petch believes, provided the weather is good, this one will eclipse all previous events.
He said: "I don't think we could have a better line-up.
"About ten years ago, when I started organising this event, we were lucky if we had 2,000 visitors. It's come on well."
Expected highlights of the event, which takes place on Saturday and Sunday, include:
• A flypast by the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, which comprises a Hurricane, Spitfire and Lancaster (3.15pm on Sunday).
• A flypast by the Red Arrows (3.53pm on Sunday).
• The Royal Signals Motorcycle Display Team (1pm on Saturday and 1.30pm on Sunday).
Mr Petch revealed acts are now approaching him for a slot, not the other way around.
He said: "When all this started I'd be calling people, all around the country, asking if they'd like to come to Hull.
"Some people were turning their noses up, not wanting to come here.
"Now, we have the likes of the Red Arrows actually ringing us up asking if we'd like a flypast.
"Getting these three main displays is fantastic."
Visitors can also expect First World War and Second World War reenactments, Cadet Force bands, jive dancers and fly-pasts, as well as 1940s-style displays.
Mr Petch said: "We're having First World War battles on horseback.
"A farrier will also be on hand to explain how horse shoes are made and fitted."
Education is a big part of Veterans' Weekend, said Mr Petch.
"We want to educate people, especially children, about conflict and the role of the Armed Forces," he said.
"It's very important, especially with conflicts still taking place in Afghanistan and elsewhere, that people are made aware.
"Archbishop Sentamu Acad- emy will be sending along their school choir to perform 1940s songs."
Lord Mayor Cllr Mary Glew will be collected from the Guildhall at 9.30am on Saturday in a 1904 Stanley steam car and driven to East Park.
"As far as I know there are only two of these cars left in the world," said Mr Petch.
"One of them is in America and the other is in Leven, so we're very fortunate to have it taking part in this event."
The event runs from 10am to 5pm on both days.
Parking costs £1 and is limited, so people are advised to use public transport.
Veterans Weekend programmeSaturday
(Battleground programme)
11am-11.30am First World War demonstration
11.30am-noon Second World War firing display and talk
Noon-12.30pm Cavalry display
1pm-1.45pm Royal Signals Motorcycle Display Team (The White Helmets)
2pm-2.30pm The Humberside and South Yorkshire Army Cadet Force Band
2.45pm-3.15pm First World War and cavalry
3.15pm-3.45pm Second World War battle reenactment and parade of troops
3.45pm-4.15pm Second World War fire power display and march past
(Main Stage programme)
10am-10.30am Archbishop Sentamu Academy Choir
10.30am-11am Mean Eyed Cats
11am-11.30am Colin Bourdiec (George Formby tribute act)
11.30am-noon Cherie Lawrence
Noon-12.30pm Archbishop Sentamu School Choir
2.30pm-1pm Jump Jive and Swing
1pm-1.30pm Mean Eyed Cats
1.30pm-2pm Cherie Lawrence
2pm-3pm Frank Cleveland Orchestra
3pm-3.30pm Jump Jive and Swing
3.30-4.30pm Frank Cleveland Orchestra
4.30pm-5pm 1940s music
Sunday
(Battlefield programme)
11.30am-noon First World War demonstration
Noon-12.30pm Second World War firing display and talk
12.30pm-1pm cavalry display
1.30pm-2.15pm Royal Signals Motor- cycle Display Team (The White Helmets)
2.30pm-3pm The Humberside and South Yorkshire Army Cadet Force Band
3pm-3.30pm First World War cavalry
3.30pm-4pm Second World War battle reenactment and parade of troops
4.15pm-4.45pm Second World War fire power display and march past
(Main Stage programme)
10.40am-11.30am Drumhead Service
Noon-12.30pm Archbishop Sentamu School Choir
12.30-1pm Kirsty Williams
1pm-1.30pm Mean Eyed Cats
1.30pm-2pm Colin Bourdiec (George Formby tribute act)
2pm-3pm Frank Cleveland Orchestra
3pm-3.30pm Jump Jive and Swing
3.30-4.30pm Frank Cleveland Orchestra
4.30pm-5pm Cherie Lawrence
