Bangor will host a military parade as part of its 1,500th anniversary celebrations.
The parade, which has been two years in the planning, will take place on Thursday, May 29, and will be one of the key highlights of the city's anniversary celebrations.
The parade will begin at 11.30am at the War Memorial, Glanrafon, and will proceed down the high street and Dean Street.
A formal salute will be given at 12 noon by the town clock, before the parade ends back at the Storiel playing fields at 12.30pm.
Just under 200 serving soldiers and airmen from RAF Valley will be marching, joined by veterans and cadets from bases in London, Catterick, and Cardiff.
A planned low-pass over the high street by RAF Valley, weather permitting, will add a dramatic aerial element to the events.
The Royal Welsh and Regimental Goat will lead the parade, followed by the Army Band travelling from Catterick.
The Welsh Guards were granted the Freedom of the City of Bangor in 2014, strengthening their historic ties with the city, as well as with the Royal Welsh and RAF Valley in the years that followed.
Welsh Guards Regimental Adjutant Lt. Col. Guy Bartle-Jones said: "What Bangor City Council has achieved in pulling together such a grand military salute to the city’s 1,500-year anniversary is quite unique and highly commendable."
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Dr Martin Hanks, city director at Bangor City Council, added: "We are immensely proud to see Bangor host such a meaningful and significant event.
"The time, effort and dedication shown by key partners have been fantastic, and for that we are extremely grateful.
"The parade is not just a celebration of service, but a reflection of the deep respect and unity within our city.
"Join us for this historic occasion as Bangor honours its past and looks forward to its future."
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