The Overlord Show 2026: Excitement as annual military spectacular to take place in Denmead this bank holiday weekend
Military show returns to Hampshire village
A popular military show is taking place in a Hampshire village over the bank holiday weekend with over 300 classic vehicles on show.
The Overlord Show has been a fixture in the county for over 50 years as military enthusiasts, history buffs and families flock to Denmead for three days of entertainment from Saturday, May 23 to Monday, May 25.
The weekend is a lot more than a showcase of military vehicles with a number of professional re-enactments taking place as well as stalls serving food and drink and memorabilia.


Organisers posted on social media: “The Overlord Show 2026 is nearly here, and the site is starting to come together for what’s set to be an incredible weekend. Engines, armour, living history, traders, displays—it’s all just around the corner now. If you haven’t sorted your plans yet, now’s the time.”
Tickets are still available for all three days of the show with purchase also available on the day. An adult tickets costs £18 for one day while a child (5-15) can be gain entry for £12 with under 5s gaining access for free. Details of further ticketing options can be found at https://www.overlordshow.co.uk/tickets/.
Overlord is organised by Solent Overlord Executive Military Collectors Club and opens 9am to 5pm every day of the bank holiday weekend at The Lawns. Each year money is raised for charity with this year’s headline charity being SSAFA the Armed Forces charity.
In previous years, the event has raised over £10,000 for military charities.