The timeless tradition is back for Queen Elizabeth’s 90th birthday!
Trooping the Colour brings out all our favourite royals.
As the pageantry and spectacle plays out, which includes more than 1600 soldiers marching, fans will see the Royal Family gathering on the balcony of Buckingham Palace to watch an RAF flypast.
Making this year’s event even more special is the fact that Queen Elizabeth is celebrating her milestone 90th birthday.
The longest-reigning Monarch was also joined by her youngest great-grandchild, Princess Charlotte Elizabeth Diana of Cambridge, who made her first official public appearance since her birth last May.
And right by the 13-month-old’s side was big brother Prince George, who once again charmed the crowds with his royal wave and cheeky antics.
But despite the cuteness overload, all eyes were be on the honouree of the day, The Queen. Looking elegant in a lime-green ensemble, Her Majesty couldn’t hide her utter joy as she made her way onto the balcony as thousands of adoring fans cheered on.
It’s been a jam-packed weekend of celebrations for the beloved leader. Yesterday, she was joined by all her loved ones for a Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral in London.
She and her husband then hosted lunch at Buckingham Palace, while her grandkids William, his wife Duchess Catherine and Prince Harry hosted another lunch celebration in their granny’s honour at The Guildhall.
Click through to check out the stunning photos from Trooping the Colour and Her Majesty’s birthday long weekend celebrations!
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It is everything we hoped for! Prince George AND Princess Charlotte help their Gan-Gan celebrate her 90th birthday.
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Young Charlotte tried out her royal wave before covering her ears as the loud planes flew overhead of Buckingham Palace.
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Prince William looked particularly thrilled to be joined by his grandmother, The Queen, and his two precious children.
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Duchess Catherine cradled young Charlotte while George charmed the crowds. Watch the siblings in the video in the next slide! Gallery continues after.
Trooping the colour
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Prince George couldn’t get enough of the planes.
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The Cambridges really are the most loving family unit!
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Curious George couldn’t help but peek over the balcony! The Queen looked a tad concerned but dad Wills was supervising closely.
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The 13-month-old looked so pretty in pink!
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The royal family never miss a chance to pay homage to their past with Prince George dressing in William’s outfit from Harry’s christening back in 1984.
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Mum and dad couldn’t be more excited for Princess Charlotte’s big balcony debut.
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At times George, however, was less than impressed…
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Much to Uncle Harry’s amusement.
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Even Kate and Wills had trouble not laughing at their cheeky monkey.
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The colourful flypast was truly magnificent.
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The Queen can’t hide that grin!
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She stole the show as the sweet flower girl back in 2011 at Wills and Kate’s wedding and today Lady Louise looks beautiful. Can you believe how graceful the 12-year-old is?
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Sophie of Wessex sits beside her husband Prince Edward.
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And they were joined by their kids, Lady Louise and James Viscount.
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Time to watch the parade!
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Marching in the parade Princess Anne, Prince Charles and Prince William.
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Straight from Kensington Palace, “Royal Colonels: The Prince of Wales, The Duke of Cambridge and The Princess Royal accompany HM.”
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And isn’t it special…
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Yikes! It’s a serious business, serving the Queen. This poor chap found it a little too overwhelming.
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The beloved Royals were greeted by thousands of well-wishers, along with over 1600 soldiers marching in her honour! Watch her wave to the crowds in the next slide!
Queen Elizabeth Arrives at 2016 Trooping the Colour
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Isn’t she majestic! The Queen is ringing in her 90th donning a beautiful lime green coat! And Prince Philip is dashing as ever!
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Hazza looks completely dashing.
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Ladies in white! Duchess Camilla looks on while Kate chats to Captain Wales, himself, Prince Harry!
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Kate donned this gorgeous Alexander McQueen coat to her daughter Princess Charlotte’s christening.
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Catherine is a vision her Philip Treacy hat. See the trio in action in the next slide!
Catherine arrives at 2016 Trooping the colour
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Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie look picture perfect
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What a splendid day!
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Boy! Look at the royally large turnout!
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The Queen kicked off her 90th birthday weekend with a traditional service of thanksgiving on Friday, June 10. Of course her dedicated (and birthday boy) husband was there by her side.
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And the 90-year-old, whose birthday was actually on April 21, couldn’t wipe the smile off her face.
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Joining in on the milestone was her Majesty’s grandkids, Prince Harry, Prince William and his wife Duchess Catherine.
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The 34-year-old looked stunning in a sky blue coat and white lace hat.
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Of course the charming Harry was there, making his sister-in-law laugh.
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Keeping the blue on point, Duchess Camilla and the next in line to the throne, Prince Charles.
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Zara and Mike Tindall show us the way couple’s rock matching outfits while Lady Amelia Windsor looked oh so chic!
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Princess Eugenie and her sister Beatrice were all smiles, while cousin Lady Louise and her mum Countess Sophie of Wessex looked exceptional!