Here’s what to expect at the Army’s 250th anniversary parade on Trump’s birthday
June 13, 2025
The Army will celebrate its 250th anniversary with a parade on Saturday, which happens to be President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday. More than 6,000 troops are poised to march, 128 Army tanks and other vehicles will roll through Washington streets and 62 aircraft will buzz overhead to honor the Army’s milestone. With preparations well in hand, one big unknown is the weather. Rain is in the forecast, so there’s a chance the parade could be interrupted by thunderstorms. Daylong festivities such as fitness competitions are planned on the National Mall, culminating in the parade that’s estimated to cost $25 million to $45 million. The Army expects as many as 200,000 people to attend.
