Kate Middleton will be attending the St. Patrick’s Day parade on March 17, 2023, where she is set to enjoy a pint of Guinness. Kensington Palace has confirmed that the Princess will visit the Irish Guards at Wellington Barracks for the holiday event. Kate, 43, was appointed as the honorary Colonel of the Irish Guards in 2022 and has been a regular attendee of the annual parade even before her official title.
This appearance will mark Kate’s return to the event after missing it last year due to health issues. In 2024, she underwent abdominal surgery in January and later revealed a cancer diagnosis in March of the same year. Her last attendance at the St. Patrick’s Day parade was in 2023, where she wore a teal ensemble matching the Irish Guards’ plumes. She became their honorary colonel following Queen Elizabeth’s passing in 2022.
During the parade, Kate will participate in various traditions such as awarding medals and presenting sprigs of shamrock to the officers and guardsmen. She will also meet veterans and junior cadets, as well as take part in toasting with a pint of beer at the junior ranks’ dining hall.
Despite her cancer treatment, Kate made a rare outing in June 2024 for Trooping the Colour, where the Irish Guards led the parade. While she couldn’t lead the Colonel’s Review due to her health, she expressed pride and appreciation for the regiment in a letter. Kate’s dedication as the colonel of the Irish Guards continues to be a significant honor for her.
Please send my warmest regards and best wishes to all involved at the event happening very soon. “Colonel Catherine” was how the Princess of Wales signed her name. In a speech during the 2023 St. Patrick’s Day parade, Princess Kate expressed it was a genuine honor to be the Colonel of the Irish Guards. She pledged to listen, support, and advocate for them, emphasizing the importance of their work. Princess Kate also thanked Colonel William for his pride in the Regiment and looked forward to spending more time with the Guards and their families. The article includes a photo of Kate Middleton with her family at Trooping the Colour on June 15, 2024, and details her outfit choices.
