THIS YEAR’s Trooping the Colour is set to be one of the grandest yet.
The celebration of King Charles’ birthday will feature an incredible ceremony at the Horse Guard Parade and an airshow by the Red Arrows.
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The Red Arrows will be flying across London for the ceremony
When is the Trooping the Colour ceremony?
The parade will kick off on Saturday June 14, 2025, almost five months before King Charles’ actual birthday.
Charles was born on November 14, though the reigning British monarch has two birthdays.
The sovereign’s birthday, which is celebrated through the Trooping the Colour, usually falls in the summer months.
Fans can watch the parade when it begins at 10.30am at the Horse Guard Parade, in central London.
The Coldstream Guards will be on display for the world to see, dressed in full military regalia, alongside a huge number of supporting staff.
Over 1,400 officers and soldiers, 400 musicians, 200 horses and 10 bands will take part in the event.
Only working Royals will be at the event, with a horse-riding trio composed of Princess Anne, Prince Edward and Prince William following the King and Queen – who will ride in a carriage.
How can you watch Trooping the Colour 2025?
Fans can either stream the event or attend live, though Central London is expected to be extremely busy.
BBC One will be airing the event live from 10.30am with Claire Balding introducing the live coverage.
The Beeb will be airing a compilation of the best moments from the day, which will be available to watch on iPlayer from 7pm.
Trooping the Colour dates back to the 17th Century, when it was first held by King Charles II.
The ceremony takes its name from each regiment showing off their battle colours, which made them easier to identify when at war.
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