The Royal Procession and Balcony Moment
On the day of the celebration, royal family members appear in a formal procession — some on horseback, others in horse-drawn carriages — parading along The Mall from Buckingham Palace to Horse Guards Parade.
King Charles receives the military salute before returning to Buckingham Palace, where he joins other royals on the balcony to watch the Royal Air Force flypast, including the iconic Red Arrows display team.
Royal Fashion and Family Appearances
The event is also a high point for royal watchers, with appearances from prominent family members. King Charles, Prince William, and Princess Anne are often seen in full military uniform, while Queen Camilla, Princess Catherine, and others don their most elegant hats and daywear.
The younger royals always steal the spotlight. Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and especially Prince Louis — children of the Prince and Princess of Wales — often capture attention with their expressions and antics. In 2022, Prince Louis memorably covered his ears and shouted as the RAF jets roared overhead, a moment that quickly went viral.
Looking Back at Queen Elizabeth’s Final Trooping
The 2022 Trooping the Colour was Queen Elizabeth II’s last. Held a few months before her passing, it kicked off the Platinum Jubilee celebrations, marking her remarkable 70-year reign.
Despite mobility issues, the Queen made several appearances on the Buckingham Palace balcony, supported by a cane. Her final balcony appearance, alongside King Charles, Prince William, and their families, marked the conclusion of the Jubilee weekend — a historic moment filled with emotion and national pride.
