Prince George, Charlotte and Louis appear with William and Kate at VE Day event

Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis made a rare joint appearance with their parents, Prince William and Princess Kate, on Monday, May 5, 2025, as the British royal family marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day—Victory in Europe Day.

The family joined King Charles III, Queen Camilla, and other senior royals at the Queen Victoria Memorial outside Buckingham Palace for a military procession commemorating the end of World War II in Europe.

The royal siblings, last seen together at the Christmas Day service in Sandringham, surprised many with their unannounced attendance. They greeted veterans and observed the parade alongside their parents, pausing to interact with guests before settling into their seats. Princess Charlotte, who had just turned 10 on May 2, shared a lighthearted moment with 7-year-old Prince Louis, who grinned widely, revealing his gap-toothed smile.

They were joined by Prince Edward, Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, Princess Anne, Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence, and Prince Edward, Duke of Kent. The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester represented the monarchy abroad at a VE Day commemoration in Denmark.

King Charles took the salute from over 1,300 members of the Armed Forces who participated in the parade. Following the ceremony, the royal family gathered to watch a flypast of Royal Air Force aircraft from the palace balcony.

Later in the day, King Charles and Queen Camilla are scheduled to host a tea party for World War II veterans and their families at the palace. Prince William and Princess Kate are also expected to attend the reception, though without their children.

The VE Day commemoration reflects the royal family's long-standing commitment to honoring military service. The royals will continue the tributes throughout the week, culminating in a national Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey on May 8.