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Palace Sets 2026 Garden Party Dates, Opening on Prince Archie's Birthday

Attendance will be confirmed on each event day under longstanding palace practice.

Overview

  • Three Garden Parties are scheduled at Buckingham Palace on May 6, 8 and 12, with a fourth at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh on June 30.
  • This year’s programme highlights recognition for frontline workers, volunteers, charitable contributors and emergency services, with a special focus at the first event.
  • Two themed gatherings are planned, including a King’s Trust 50th anniversary party in May and The Not Forgotten Association Annual Garden Party in the palace gardens on May 19.
  • The palace has not named which royals will attend or host specific events, and participation will be announced on the day for each party.
  • Unconfirmed media reports say Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie may be absent from some high‑profile fixtures this year and suggest the King is assigning more public duties to senior working royals.