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Time of India
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Donald Trump Military Parade on June 14: Event schedule, free tickets, and how to watch live
Parade Route and Timings Day-Long Events: Army Birthday Festival Live Events Key Performances and Ceremonial Highlights How to Attend or Watch Online FAQs What is the occasion for the Donald Trump parade on June 14, 2025? When and where will the parade take place? (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Preparations are in full swing in Washington, D.C., for what is expected to be one of the largest ceremonial displays of U.S. military power in recent years. A grand Donald Trump parade, scheduled for Friday, June 14, will not only celebrate the U.S. Army's 250th anniversary but will also fall on the 79th birthday of U.S. President Donald Trump. Although officials stress that the event is a formal tribute to the Army's historic legacy, the convergence of dates has led to widespread public interest, with many dubbing it the unofficial Trump birthday military procession will begin at 6:30 p.m. ET, traversing six blocks of Constitution Avenue NW in central Washington, D.C. The route stretches from 23rd Street NW to 15th Street NW, passing key national landmarks and ending near the National Museum of African American History and Culture, as mentioned in a report by USA Trump is expected to view the march from a dedicated stand positioned on Constitution Avenue, near the White House. Trump's military parade will include troops in historical and modern uniforms, heavy artillery displays, flyovers by Blackhawk helicopters and vintage warplanes, and several military Army Birthday Festival, an all-day affair preceding the parade, begins at 11 a.m. ET and will be held between 14th Street SW and the 12th Street Expressway, near Madison and Jefferson Drives on the National to event organizers, activities will include military demonstrations, interactive equipment exhibits, live music, and family-friendly zones. A fitness challenge, open to the public, will take place between 9:30 a.m. and noon, as per a report by USA guests from sports and entertainment, including NFL players and social media influencers, are also scheduled to participate in meet-and-greet sessions. Among the featured performers are country artists Scotty Hasting and Noah Hicks, alongside DJ Nyla Symone.A significant segment of the evening program involves a parachute demonstration by the elite Golden Knights, followed by a fireworks show and evening concert. President Trump is also expected to attend a military enlistment and re-enlistment ceremony after the parade the scale of the event is considerable, other military branches like the Navy and Marine Corps — both also marking 250 years in 2025, have not announced comparable parades. A Navy spokesperson confirmed no similar celebration is planned for its October wishing to attend in person must RSVP in advance, providing their name, contact details, state and ZIP code. Due to limited availability, early registration is advised. The event is free of charge, as mentioned in a report by USA those unable to travel to the capital, the parade and other highlights from the Trump's military parade will be livestreamed across U.S. Army social media more information, including directions and a full schedule, visit the Army's official site at While officially a tribute to military history, the pageantry of June 14 has unmistakably taken on the tone of a personal celebration, placing Donald Trump's parade at the centre of public and media parade commemorates the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army. However, since it coincides with U.S. President Donald Trump's 79th birthday, it has also been widely regarded as an unofficial birthday celebration for the military parade is scheduled for Friday, June 14, starting at 6:30 p.m. ET. It will proceed along Constitution Avenue NW in Washington, D.C., covering six blocks from 23rd Street NW to 15th Street NW.
USA Today
10 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
When is Trump's military parade? What to know ahead of June 14
The streets of central D.C. are soon to be filled with thousands of soldiers, massive tanks and artillery, and the cacophonic rumble of Vintage warplanes and sleek Blackhawks flying overhead. That's because the U.S. Army is marking its 250th anniversary with a pomp-filled procession through the streets of the nation's capital Saturday, June 14, showcasing military might in a display with few, if any, precedents. The date also coincides with President Donald Trump's 79th birthday. The parade, which will feature Army equipment, flyovers, musical performances and thousands of soldiers in uniforms from the past and the present, caps off a week of programming designed to celebrate the country's military might. Trump posted a short video address about the parade to Truth Social on Friday, June 6, inviting Americans to what he called an "unforgettable" celebration, "one like you've never seen before." "For two and a half centuries, the men and women of America's Army have dominated our enemies and protected our freedom at home," he said in the video. "This parade salutes our soldiers' remarkable strength and unbeatable spirit. You won't want to miss it. Just don't miss this one. It's going to be good." Here's what to know about the parade and day-long celebration in Washington, D.C. When and where is the June 14 DC military parade? The military parade is slated for Saturday, June 14, in the heart of Washington, D.C., spanning six blocks and bisecting the National Mall. Organizers say the procession begins at 6:30 p.m. ET. What are the events and performances at the June 14 celebration? Celebrations and associated events are set to take place throughout the day at the Army Birthday Festival starting at 11 a.m. ET. Members of the public can visit, where there will be military demonstrations, equipment displays and live music throughout the day, Army event organizers say Visitors can expect kid zones, more than 50 vendors and experience booths and meet-and-greets with "Army soldiers, NFL players, influencers and celebrities," according to the U.S. Army event page. Those feeling adventurous can show up early and take part in the Army's fitness competition, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. There will be several musical acts throughout the June 14 celebration, including country singer Scotty Hasting, a former Army infantryman who was wounded in Afghanistan, country singer Noah Hicks of Nashville and DJ Nyla Symone. The Army's birthday parade will cross in front of Trump's viewing stand on Constitution Avenue, just south of the White House, around sundown. The president is also expected to attend an enlistment and re-enlistment ceremony after the parade. A parachute demonstration by the Golden Knights and a fireworks display and evening concert will conclude the festivities. Where is the Army Birthday Festival? The festival is between 14th Street SW and the 12th Street Expressway on the lawn between Madison Drive NW and Jefferson Drive SW, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET. It is next to the Smithsonian Metro Station NW entrance, which will be closed, organizers say, though the Smithsonian Metro Station SW entrance will be open. Information is also available on the Army's event website, What does the parade celebrate? Is it Trump's birthday parade? Though the parade is on the same day as the president's 79th birthday, event organizers and administration officials say it is solely to celebrate the U.S. Army. The administration has insisted that the Army's anniversary and Trump's birthday are a coincidence and that the parade is justified to honor soldiers' sacrifice. Plans for the June 14 parade began in earnest about a month ago. Yet as focus squares in on the U.S. Army's 250 years of existence, other branches are notably left out. The Navy, which also celebrates its 250th anniversary this year in October, has no plans for a similar parade, a spokesperson told USA TODAY. Neither does the Marine Corps, for its 250th in November. Inside the military parade: Tanks, cannons and soldiers sleeping in DC offices How to get tickets to attend in person Tickets for the parade are limited, but those interested in attending the parade on June 14 can RSVP here. Prospective attendees will be asked to provide their full name, phone number, email, state and zip code. Where does the 'Grand Military Parade' start and end? The parade will take place along Constitution Avenue NW, starting on Constitution Avenue NW and 23rd Street and ending on 15th Street alongside the National Mall, near the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Graphic of Parade Route: See where the procession will go through central DC How to watch the June 14 parade Events from the 250th birthday celebration, including the parade, will be livestreamed on all U.S. Army social media platforms. Contributing: Cybele Mayes-Osterman, Tom Vanden Brook Kathryn Palmer is a national trending news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her atkapalmer@ and on X @KathrynPlmr.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
6,600 soldiers part of Army plans for potential parade on Trump birthday: AP
The Army is planning to host a commemorative parade next month with 6,600 soldiers to celebrate its founding and President Trump's birthday, according to a proposal reviewed by The Associated Press. The event would mark Trump's 79th birthday and 250 years of service for the military branch, which is a year older than the United States itself. The president has announced plans to ensure the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary in a large format, and a potential parade this year would serve as a precursor for future festivities. 'Any discussion of the parade is pre-decisional at this point. The Army is celebrating its 250th Birthday with multiple events leading up to June 14, including an Army Birthday Festival on the National Mall in Washington, DC,' Army spokesperson Heather J. Hagan told The Hill in a statement. 'We intend to have a national level celebration to increase pride in America and America's Army.' Hagan added, 'Given the significant milestone of 250 years, the Army is exploring options to make the celebration bigger, with more capability demonstrations, static displays of equipment, and more engagement with the community.' Plans currently include a display of military vehicles, equipment, aircraft and thousands of service members from at least 11 corps and divisions. Much of the machinery would have to be brought in by train or flown in, according to AP. D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) told the outlet that the Trump administration reached out in April about holding a June 14 parade that would span from Arlington, Va., across the Potomac River to the District. She expressed concerns about the potential display and its impact on infrastructure. 'If military tanks were used, they should be accompanied with many millions of dollars to repair the roads,' Bowser told AP. Bowser, the Army and the White House did not immediately respond to The Hill's request for comment. Army spokesperson Steve Warren said Thursday that no final decisions have been made about the large-scale parade. However, Col. Dave Butler, another Army spokesperson, said the Army is excited about public plans for its anniversary. 'We want to make it into an event that the entire nation can celebrate with us,' Butler told AP. 'We want Americans to know their Army and their soldiers. A parade might become part of that, and we think that will be an excellent addition to what we already have planned.' Updated at 11:12 a.m. EDT. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
