Trooping the Colour 2026 - How to watch King Charles III's official Birthday Parade on BBC TV and iPlayer

There's music, majesty and military precision from Horse Guards Parade in London on Saturday 13 June for the Trooping of the Colour, the annual celebration to mark the Sovereign's official birthday.

Here's how to watch the Trooping the Colour Parade on the BBC.

When is King Charles III's birthday?

King Charles III's actual birthday is 14 November - he was born on 14 November 1948 - but the Sovereign's birthday (or HM The King's official birthday) is celebrated on another date, usually in the summer months.

What time is Trooping the Colour - The King's Birthday Parade on TV?

Coverage of the King's Birthday Parade begins at 10.30am on Saturday 13 June on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

Clare Balding presents live coverage of the world-renowned military spectacle from Horse Guards Parade in London. This year, the Grenadier Guards will troop their Colour before His Majesty The King in a thrilling display of military precision, music and pageantry.

His Majesty’s official birthday celebrations culminate with the traditional appearance of the Royal Family on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, followed by the annual RAF flypast in the skies over London.

Michelle Ackerley will be speaking live to those at the heart of today’s events, and Clare Balding will be joined by special guest Gyles Brandreth.

Audio Described commentary with Hannah French will be available on Red Button and BBC iPlayer. There will also be commentary free, uninterrupted coverage of the live events in London on BBC iPlayer.

Highlights of the day's events will be broadcast on BBC Two and iPlayer from 7.05pm.

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