A military parade through the streets of Washington, D.C., will be held today to celebrate the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary — which also happens to be President Trump’s 79th birthday. Army officials say about 6,600 soldiers, 150 vehicles and more than 50 aircraft are set to participate.
The parade along the National Mall will be free and open to the public. Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to attend the festivities, D.C. officials said.
The parade is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. ET.
Maps of the military parade route in D.C.
The parade route runs along Constitution Avenue in Washington, D.C. It kicks off at 23rd Street NW, near the Lincoln Memorial, then proceeds along the National Mall, past the White House and the Washington Monument, until it reaches its endpoint at 15th Street NW.
Organizers say the parade will go forward rain or shine — and there is a chance of rain in the forecast.
The parade is expected to last about an hour. It will be followed by a concert at the Ellipse in front of the White House and then a fireworks display scheduled for 9:45 p.m. ET.
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U.S. Army 250th Birthday Festival
Along with the parade, the Army is also hosting a 250th Birthday Festival with events on the Mall throughout the day, including a fitness competition, military demonstrations and live music. The festival is open to the public from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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How to watch the 250th Anniversary of the U.S. Army Grand Military Parade
If you can’t be there to see it in person, you can watch live streaming coverage of the parade on CBS News 24/7.
- What: Military parade marking the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army
- Date: June 14, 2025
- Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Washington, D.C.
- Online stream: Live on CBS News 24/7 in the player above and on your mobile or streaming device.
Note: Streaming plans are subject to change.
