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.
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.
  

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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.