Trooping the Colour is a ceremonial event performed every year on Horse Guards Parade in London, United Kingdom by regiments of the Household Division, to celebrate the official birthday of the sovereign, though the event is not necessarily held on that day. It is officially known as the Sovereign's Birthday Parade, or the King's Birthday Parade. Similar events are held in other Commonwealth countries. In the UK, it is the biggest event of the ceremonial calendar, and is watched by millions on television, on the streets of London, and in the stands at Horse Guards Parade.
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Website
- https://www.householddivision.org.uk/trooping-the-colour
