**Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee: What’s happening and how to watch**
Queen Elizabeth II will celebrate her Platinum Jubilee in June 2022, marking 70 years on the throne. A number of events will be held to mark the occasion, including a Trooping the Colour parade, a Service of Thanksgiving, and a Platinum Jubilee Pageant.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee:
**What is the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee?**
A Platinum Jubilee is a celebration of a monarch’s 70th year on the throne. Queen Elizabeth II is the first British monarch to reach this milestone.
**When is the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee?**
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee will take place from Thursday 2nd June to Sunday 5th June 2022.
**What events will take place during the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee?**
A number of events will be held to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, including:
* **Trooping the Colour:** This annual parade will take place on Thursday 2nd June. It will feature over 1,400 soldiers, 200 horses and 400 musicians..
* **Service of Thanksgiving:** A Service of Thanksgiving will be held at St Paul’s Cathedral on Friday 3rd June. The service will be attended by the Queen and other members of the royal family..
* **Platinum Jubilee Pageant:** The Platinum Jubilee Pageant will take place on Sunday 5th June. It will feature over 5,000 performers and tell the story of the Queen’s reign..
**How can I watch the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee events?**
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee events will be broadcast live on BBC One. You can also watch the events live stream on the BBC website.
**What is the significance of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee?**
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee is a significant event in British history. It is a celebration of the Queen’s long reign and her dedication to public service.
The Jubilee is also an opportunity to reflect on the changes that have taken place during the Queen’s reign. Britain has changed dramatically since 1952, and the Queen has been a constant throughout that time.
The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee is a time to celebrate the Queen’s life and reign, and to thank her for her service to the country..
