Sweden Celebrates Royal Couple's Golden Wedding Anniversary

Sweden's King Carl XVI Gustaf and Queen Silvia marked their 50th wedding anniversary with a jubilant carriage procession through Stockholm on Saturday, June 13, 2026. The popular royal couple, aged 80 and 82 respectively, were celebrated by thousands of cheering citizens lining the streets of the capital. Their union took place on June 19, 1976. The celebrations were moved forward to June 13 to coincide with the Swedish National Day celebrations and avoid the Midsummer holiday, which falls on June 19 this year. The festivities began with a Te Deum service at the palace chapel, where the Queen wore a coral red suit and a matching hat. Following a palace lunch, the couple embarked on a horse-drawn carriage ride through Stockholm, concluding with a concert themed around love in Kungsträdgården park. Another concert dedicated to the jubilee was scheduled at the Royal Opera, followed by a private dinner. King Carl XVI Gustaf, who has reigned for 52 years, is the longest-reigning monarch in Europe. A recent poll indicated that 69% of Swedes believe he represents their country well. The couple has three children: Crown Princess Victoria, Prince Carl Philip, and Princess Madeleine.