In pictures: Jersey and Guernsey kick off Liberation 80 celebrations
The islands were liberated from German Occupation on 9 May 1945 - a day after World War Two ended.
Islanders, tourists, local dignitaries and even The Princess Royal got involved with the festivities.
Her Royal Highness will be in Sark on Saturday 10 May to mark their Liberation and continue the celebrations.
See some of the highlights from Liberation 80 below:
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