It's not essential but I guess that most think it's a good idea, because if you do
a. you have a low cost way of supporting KVE, the outfit which makes the whole thing happen,
b. if you want, you can enter and be covered for any of the various activities/outings (see Wed-Sat on the programme),
c. you get a participant pack with info, local business discounts and a small brass commemorative badge which looks good mounted on your dashboard, and (I assume) an embroidered cap,
d. and if it floats your boat, and if you bring an ex-mil vehicle, you can take part in the parade if you want (but that can be just as good just to watch anyway)
