King Charles and Queen Camilla Get Caught in Rain During Antigua and Barbuda National Day Parade - Thairath English

King Charles III and Queen Camilla faced heavy rain during their attendance at the parade celebrating Antigua and Barbuda's National Day, amidst many leaders and citizens present at the event.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla of the United Kingdom encountered heavy rain while attending the parade marking Antigua and Barbuda's Independence Day on 1 Nov 2026 at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in the city of North Sound.

Footage showed the heavy rain soaking both royals as they stood on the ceremony platform, until officials quickly offered Queen Camilla an umbrella to shield her from the rain, while King Charles III remained standing in the downpour. The King then smiled and joked, "Where is the umbrella?" also teasing that his trousers were soaked as if he were growing water vegetables. Later, officials provided an umbrella, and he proceeded to inspect the honor guard lineup.

The two were welcomed by Rodney Williams, Governor-General of Antigua and Barbuda, before attending the national honors ceremony recognizing citizens with outstanding achievements contributing to national development, an event also attended by Gaston Browne, Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda.

This royal visit coincided with Antigua and Barbuda hosting the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) from 1 to 4 November, with leaders from member countries gathering to discuss investment, development, and international cooperation.

Antigua and Barbuda was formerly a British colony before declaring independence on 1 November 1981; this year marks the 45th anniversary of their independence.