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Economic Times
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
What time does Donald Trump's military parade start in Washington DC? Route, map and schedule explained
President Trump's grand celebration of the US Army's 250th anniversary and his birthday will commence on June 14th in Washington, D.C., featuring a wreath-laying ceremony, fitness competitions, musical performances, and a military parade along Constitution Avenue NW. The event is free and open to the public, with registration potentially offering better viewing access. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Donald Trump's Birthday Parade Event Schedule – June 14, 2025 8:15 a.m. ET: Wreath-laying ceremony hosted by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth at Arlington National Cemetery, as per the report. 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET: Fitness competition and awards ceremony, as per USA Today. 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET: Music and entertainment provided by the U.S. Army Band, Latin Music Ensemble, DJ Nyla and US Army Drill Teams, as per the report. 12:30-1:00 p.m. ET: Noah Hicks performance on main stage, according to USA Today. 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET: NFL "Skills and Drills" event, reported USA Today. 1:30-1:45 p.m. ET: Medal of Honors recipients recognition, as per the report. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads 6:30 p.m. ET: Parade begins 7:45-8:00 p.m. ET: Enlistment ceremony, concert at the Ellipse and fireworks, according to USA Today. Military Parade Route Viewing Access and Registration Benefits FAQs US president Donald Trump's grand celebration of the US Army's 250th anniversary, which is also his birthday, is set to start on Saturday, June 14, from morning at 8:15 a.m. and will go on till the evening, with events planned for the whole day in Washington, D.C., as per a is the list of events planned for the multi-million dollar celebration on June 14, as compiled by USA Today.2:00-2:50 p.m. ET: Scott Hastings performance on main stage, according to the report.2:45-3:00 p.m. ET: Army Astronaut Special Presention, reported USA Today.4:15-5:00 p.m. ET: 250th Army Birthday Festival official ceremony with cake cutting, as per the READ: No Kings protest against Trump birthday military parade: These groups are behind the mobilization of people The grand parade is planned to happen along Constitution Avenue NW; the military parade will start on Constitution Avenue NW and 23rd Street and end on 15th Street alongside the National Mall, near the National Museum of African American History and Culture, reported USA have said that Trump's military parade will take place next to the Smithsonian Metro Station NW entrance, which will be closed, but the Smithsonian Metro Station SW entrance will remain open, as per the the event is free and no tickets are required, but those who register on the US Army event website may get a good view of the procession, as per USA parade will run along Constitution Avenue NW, starting at 23rd Street and ending near 15th Street by the National Mall, as per USA Today the entire event is free and open to the public, and no tickets are required, as per the report.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
What time does Donald Trump's military parade start in Washington DC? Route, map and schedule explained
US president Donald Trump's grand celebration of the US Army's 250th anniversary, which is also his birthday, is set to start on Saturday, June 14, from morning at 8:15 a.m. and will go on till the evening, with events planned for the whole day in Washington, D.C., as per a report. Here is the list of events planned for the multi-million dollar celebration on June 14, as compiled by USA Today. Donald Trump's Birthday Parade Event Schedule – June 14, 2025 Morning 8:15 a.m. ET: Wreath-laying ceremony hosted by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth at Arlington National Cemetery, as per the report. Midday 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET: Fitness competition and awards ceremony, as per USA Today. 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. ET: Music and entertainment provided by the U.S. Army Band, Latin Music Ensemble, DJ Nyla and US Army Drill Teams, as per the report. 12:30-1:00 p.m. ET: Noah Hicks performance on main stage, according to USA Today. 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET: NFL "Skills and Drills" event, reported USA Today. 1:30-1:45 p.m. ET: Medal of Honors recipients recognition, as per the report. Afternoon 2:00-2:50 p.m. ET: Scott Hastings performance on main stage, according to the report. 2:45-3:00 p.m. ET: Army Astronaut Special Presention, reported USA Today. Live Events 4:15-5:00 p.m. ET: 250th Army Birthday Festival official ceremony with cake cutting, as per the report. Evening 6:30 p.m. ET: Parade begins 7:45-8:00 p.m. ET: Enlistment ceremony, concert at the Ellipse and fireworks, according to USA Today. ALSO READ: No Kings protest against Trump birthday military parade: These groups are behind the mobilization of people Military Parade Route The grand parade is planned to happen along Constitution Avenue NW; the military parade will start on Constitution Avenue NW and 23rd Street and end on 15th Street alongside the National Mall, near the National Museum of African American History and Culture, reported USA Today. Organisers have said that Trump's military parade will take place next to the Smithsonian Metro Station NW entrance, which will be closed, but the Smithsonian Metro Station SW entrance will remain open, as per the report. Viewing Access and Registration Benefits While the event is free and no tickets are required, but those who register on the US Army event website may get a good view of the procession, as per USA Today. FAQs Where does the parade take place? The parade will run along Constitution Avenue NW, starting at 23rd Street and ending near 15th Street by the National Mall, as per USA Today report. Is the event open to the public? Yes, the entire event is free and open to the public, and no tickets are required, as per the report.
USA Today
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Trump's DC military parade 2025: Start times, schedule, route, map, how to watch
Trump's DC military parade 2025: Start times, schedule, route, map, how to watch President Donald Trump's multi-million dollar festival and parade celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army kicks off Saturday morning, June 14 and will continue late into the evening – rain or shine, the White House says. The 250th Birthday of the U.S. Army Grand Military Parade will conclude a day-long festival, full of music, fireworks and a fitness competition. The pomp and circumstance also coincides with Trump's 79th birthday. "For two and a half centuries, the men and women of America's Army have dominated our enemies and protected our freedom at home," Trump said in a video posted to Truth Social in early June. "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 everything to know about the 250th Birthday of the U.S. Army Grand Military Parade. What are the military festival, parade celebrating? The military parade and festival celebrates the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army. On June 14, 1775, the Second Continental Congress voted to establish the Continental Army, organizers say, marking the creation of America's first national military force more than a year before the Declaration of Independence. What time is the military parade? The parade is 6:30-7:45 p.m. ET on Saturday, June 14. What is the full military festival schedule? Here's a look at the full festival schedule*, per the U.S. Army: 8:15 a.m.: Wreath-laying ceremony hosted by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth at Arlington National Cemetery Wreath-laying ceremony hosted by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth at Arlington National Cemetery 9:30 a.m. to noon: Fitness competition and awards ceremony Fitness competition and awards ceremony 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.: Music and entertainment provided by the U.S. Army Band, Latin Music Ensemble, DJ Nyla and U.S. Army Drill Teams Music and entertainment provided by the U.S. Army Band, Latin Music Ensemble, DJ Nyla and U.S. Army Drill Teams 12:30-1 p.m. ET: Noah Hicks performance on main stage Noah Hicks performance on main stage 1-2 p.m.: NFL "Skills and Drills" event NFL "Skills and Drills" event 1:30-1:45 p.m.: Medal of Honors recipients recognition Medal of Honors recipients recognition 2-2:50 p.m.: Scott Hastings performance on main stage Scott Hastings performance on main stage 2:45-3 p.m.: Army Astronaut Special Presention Army Astronaut Special Presention 4:15-5 p.m.: 250th Army Birthday Festival official ceremony with cake cutting 250th Army Birthday Festival official ceremony with cake cutting 6:30 p.m.: Parade begins Parade begins 7:45-8 p.m.: Enlistment ceremony, concert at the Ellipse and fireworks *The times listed in the above schedule are in eastern time. What is the military parade route? 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. 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. Is the miliary parade free to attend? Yes, the military parade is free. Do you need tickets to attend the military parade? Tickets are not required, but those who register on the U.S. Army event website may get a good view of the procession. Prospective attendees will need to provide their full name, phone number, email and address. Attendees are limited to two RSVPs per phone number. To learn more or RSVP, visit Which roads will be closed during the military parade? A full list of road closures is available here. How to watch military parade from home USA TODAY will stream the military parade on its YouTube channel. The livestream is also at the top of this story. A full round-up of TV broadcast plans, including CNN, NBC and Fox News, can be found here. How much will the festival, parade cost to host? Officials initially estimated the Army Birthday Festival and parade would range in cost from $25 million to $45 million, but the Army's latest estimate totaled $40 million, as USA TODAY's Tom Vanden Brook previously reported, citing a Defense official who was not authorized to speak publicly. Will the military parade get canceled if it rains? Trump has said that the Saturday parade will go on, rain or shine, even though the National Weather Service's forecast, as of Friday afternoon, showed a 60% chain of rain. "I hope the weather's okay, but actually if it's not, that brings you good luck, and that's okay, too," Trump said on June 12, during the congressional picnic at the White House. "It doesn't matter. It doesn't affect the tanks at all, it doesn't affect the soldiers. They're used to it. They're tough. Smart." When was the last military parade? The last major military parade, the National Victory Celebration, was held on June 8, 1991 to celebrate the end of the Gulf War. Contributing: Tom Vanden Brook, Amaris Encinas and Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY Greta Cross is a national trending reporter at USA TODAY. Story idea? Email her at gcross@ Kathryn Palmer is a national trending news reporter for USA TODAY. You can reach her atkapalmer@ and on X @KathrynPlmr.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Fort Cavazos welcomes six Medal of Honor recipients
Fort Cavazos, TX (FOX 44) — Ahead of the grand opening of the National Medal of Honor Museum, American Airlines partnered with the museum for a 'valor tour' that will bring Medal of Honor recipients to two military bases, one of which is Fort Cavazos. The Medal of Honor recipients got to participate in a ceremony, speak with active duty service members, educate them on the value of the medals and promote the Museum's official opening. 'It's always a good day to be out on a military base, seeing America's future,' Medal of Honor Recipient Lieutenant Willian Swenson said. 'Our soldiers out here training, preparing to fight America's wars. It's motivating. And today we saw ten of them re-enlist because they believe in something. They believe in America. That's what this is all about today.' Lt. Wenson said the Medal of Honors don't speak to the individual themselves, but to their actions. 'It speaks to service,' Lt. Swenson said. 'What we did in service is the same thing that these soldiers are going to do in their careers. If they're called upon to serve like we did, they'll do the same things that we did, as well.' Medal of Honor Recipient Major General Patrick Brady said the medal doesn't make them special, but it allows them to do special things. 'One of the best things we've ever done is a museum in Arlington, Texas, National Medal of Honor Museum,' MG Brady said. 'It's going to protect and preserve not a lot of heroics, but the values associated with the medal, courage, sacrifice, and patriotism.' The recipients saw ten soldiers re-enlist, and said these soldiers will be the peaceful strength for the future. 'The ultimate victory for every warrior is peace,' MG Brady said. 'The essence of peace is strength. The most lethal force on any battlefield is the American soldier. These are the great peacemakers in America.' The Museum will set out as a national landmark, located in Arlington, Texas, and will serve the historical thread of sacrifice, patriotism, and courage that connects members of the United States military service past and present. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
