President Donald J. Trump & First Lady Melania Trump to Welcome His Majesty King Charles the III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland & Her Majesty Queen Camilla for a State Visit

President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will host His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty Queen Camilla for a State Visit to Washington, D.C., from Monday, April 27, through Thursday, April 30, 2026. This marks the first official State Visit of the second term of the Trump Administration and serves to honor the "Special Relationship" between the U.S. and the U.K. as the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary of independence. Monday, April 27: Arrival and Tea Welcoming: The President and First Lady will greet Their Majesties at the South Portico of the White House. Social Engagement: The couples will have tea in the Green Room. White House Beehive: The First Lady will lead a tour of the newly expanded White House Beehive, located near the White House Kitchen Garden on the South Lawn. Tuesday, April 28: State Arrival and Bilateral Meetings State Arrival Ceremony: A traditional military ceremony on the South Lawn featuring the United States Army Herald Trumpets, a 21-gun salute, and "The President’s Own" U.S. Marine Band. Military Honors: In a historic first for a State Visit, nearly 500 members of the U.S. Armed Forces from all six military branches will be present for a Pass in Review. Diplomatic Talks: President Trump and King Charles will hold a bilateral meeting in the Oval Office to discuss shared interests. Educational Event: First Lady Melania Trump and Queen Camilla will host students at the White House Tennis Pavilion. The event will focus on the "Fostering the Future Together" initiative, using AI-enabled glasses and virtual reality headsets to explore the history of the Special Relationship. State Dinner: The President and First Lady will host a formal State Dinner in the East Room on Tuesday evening. Thursday, April 30: Departure Farewell: The visit will conclude with a formal farewell in the Diplomatic Reception Room of the White House. The visit, meticulously prepared by the Office of the First Lady, emphasizes themes of tradition, technology, and transatlantic unity. By integrating the "Presidential AI Challenge" into the spousal itinerary and showcasing a massive military presence during the arrival ceremony, the administration aims to project a message of modern American leadership and enduring historical alliances. Itinerary and Event HighlightsStrategic Significance