Kate Middleton Shines at Trooping the Colour 2026

On June 13, 2026, Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, participated in the Trooping the Colour event in London, riding in a horse-drawn carriage alongside her children: Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis. This marked a significant public appearance for Middleton as she continues her recovery from cancer treatment, which she announced in early 2025.

During the procession, she wore a pale blue dress by Catherine Walker, accessorized with a hat by Philip Treacy and an Irish Guard brooch. Her children were dressed in coordinating outfits, with Princess Charlotte seen smiling and waving to the crowd.

This event is notable as it is one of the major royal events that Middleton has attended since her marriage to Prince William in 2011, with exceptions made during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and 2021. Royal historian Amanda Foreman remarked on Middleton's reclaiming of her royal role post-treatment, emphasizing her beloved status in the nation’s heart.