It’s been a busy week for garden parties at Buckingham Palace, with King Charles hosting one earlier in the week on Wednesday. But on Friday, the monarch stepped aside to allow the Prince and Princess of Wales to take centre stage.
William and Kate weren’t the only royals to attend the party, as they were joined by the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, alongside their royal cousin, Zara Tindall.
This is the second time that the royal couple have led the festivities at Buckingham Palace, with the pair hosting a garden party in 2025. At the time, the pair chose to honour those who had made a positive contribution to their communities, including the family of the late Liz Hatton, whom they had met previously at Windsor Castle.
This time, the party will pay tribute to those affiliated with the patronages, military affiliations and personal projects of the royal couple. Among the guests invited to the Palace are Rhian Mannings, the founder of 2wish, which supports bereaved families and Sam Stables, the founder of We Are Farming Minds, a charity that works to address the stigmas around mental health in the farming community.
Scroll down for the best photos from the event…
© AlamyThe royals were seen standing together
All together
Before descending the stairs, William, Kate, Sophie and Edward were all pictured standing together/
© AlamyHow radiant does Kate look?
Kate’s outfit in full
Kate looked glamorous at the garden party. The royal was seen wearing a cream dress from Self Portrait. earrings from the late Queen and a personal bracelet.
© AlamyThe royal finished off her look in style
Kate’s hat
Kate finished her look off in style, opting for a vintage hat to complete her ensemble.
© GettyWilliam was seen interacting with the assembled guests
Meeting the guests
The Prince of Wales was quick to meet and interact the guests. They’re made up of people related to his patronages, military affiliations and personal projects.
© AlamyKate was thrilled to be present
Flashing a smile
The royal was in her element as she attended the party, flashing a warm smile at the guests.
© Alamy Stock PhotoNot every day this happens!
Kiss from a Prince
As William reunited with Rhian Mannings, the royal greeted her with a kiss. Rhian previously moved the royal to tears when she spoke about her story of how her husband died by suicide following the death of their one-year-old son.
© Alamy Stock PhotoThe Duchess of Edinburgh looked incredible
Duchess Sophie
As she spoke with party guests, the Duchess of Edinburgh looked as incredible as ever. This is the royal’s second garden party of the year, after attending the one on Wednesday.
© Alamy Stock PhotoZara Tindall
Zara was making her 2026 debut at a Buckingham Palace garden party, and the daughter of Princess Anne looked sensational in her blue dress.
© Alamy Stock PhotoPatrick is known for his work on The Great British Sewing Bee
Celebrity appearance
There was a celebrity appearance at the garden party as The Great British Sewing Bee presenter Patrick Grant was spotted chatting to the Princess of Wales.
© Alamy Stock PhotoThe pair left in style
Leaving
At the end of proceedings, William and Kate looked incredible as they left the party.
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