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King Charles, Camila Plan Royal NYC Visit
The British monarch's first U.S. state visit since taking the crown includes events in New York City.
Apr. 15, 2026 at 3:11pm
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The royal couple's visit to New York City will highlight the enduring cultural and economic ties between the United States and the United Kingdom.NYC TodayKing Charles III and Queen Camilla are making a four-day trip to the United States later this month, with New York City as one of their stops. It will be King Charles' first state visit to the U.S. since he took the crown. The royal couple's NYC events will recognize the economic and cultural ties between the U.S. and the U.K., including a visit to the 9/11 Memorial ahead of the 25th anniversary of the terror attacks.
Why it matters
This high-profile royal visit highlights the continued close relationship between the U.S. and the U.K., and provides an opportunity for King Charles to engage with American leaders and citizens on issues like community service and sustainability that are important to him.
The details
The royal visit begins on April 27 with a trip to Washington, D.C., where King Charles and Queen Camilla will meet with President Donald Trump, have tea with the First Lady, and attend a garden party. The king will also deliver an address to Congress, only the second time in history a British monarch has done so. Two days later, the couple heads to New York, where they'll visit the 9/11 Memorial, meet with first responders and victims' families, and attend events recognizing the economic and cultural ties between the two countries. King Charles will also visit a community organization helping with food insecurity, while Queen Camilla will attend a literary event and help celebrate Winnie the Pooh's 100th birthday.
- The royal visit begins on April 27 in Washington, D.C.
- The couple heads to New York City two days later on April 29.
The players
King Charles III
The reigning monarch of the United Kingdom, who is making his first state visit to the U.S. since taking the crown.
Queen Camilla
The Queen Consort of the United Kingdom, accompanying her husband King Charles on the royal visit.
President Donald Trump
The current President of the United States, who will meet with King Charles and Queen Camilla during their visit to Washington, D.C.
What’s next
Security plans for the royal visit to New York City are expected to be announced in the next week and a half.
The takeaway
King Charles and Queen Camilla's visit to the U.S. and New York City represents an important diplomatic and cultural exchange, showcasing the enduring ties between the two nations and providing opportunities for the royal couple to engage with American leaders and citizens on issues of mutual importance.
