The U.S. Army is gearing up for a grand celebration to mark its 250th anniversary with a remarkable parade through the heart of Washington, D.C., on June 14. This extraordinary event will feature a display of military prowess, including vintage warplanes, tanks, artillery, and thousands of soldiers in historical and modern uniforms. The parade, coinciding with President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday, will be a spectacle like no other, with flyovers, musical performances, and a tribute to the Army’s strength and spirit.
The festivities will kick off at the Army Birthday Festival at 11 a.m., offering military demonstrations, equipment displays, live music, and interactive experiences for the public. Among the highlights are appearances by country singers Scotty Hasting and Noah Hicks, as well as DJ Nyla Symone. The celebration will culminate in a parade crossing in front of Trump’s viewing stand on Constitution Avenue, followed by an enlistment ceremony, a parachute demonstration by the Golden Knights, and an evening concert with fireworks.
Despite the parade falling on Trump’s birthday, organizers emphasize that the event is solely dedicated to honoring the U.S. Army and its 250 years of service, with no direct connection to the President’s birthday. The parade route spans six blocks along the National Mall, offering a magnificent spectacle to spectators. For those unable to attend in person, the parade and other celebration events will be livestreamed on various U.S. Army social media platforms.
