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The Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla

Flags with the emblem of the coronation of King Charles III and of UK waving. The emblem depicts flora of the four nations in the shape of St Edward’s Crown.
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Flags with the emblem of the coronation of King Charles III and of UK waving. The emblem depicts flora of the four nations in the shape of St Edward’s Crown.

Friday, May 5 beginning at 11:30 p.m. on KPBS TV - Sunday May 7 at 3 p.m. on KPBS 2

PBS presents BBC coverage of the Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla as well as some additional programming to mark the occasion!

The Coronation - Live Coverage: Friday, May 5 beginning at 11:30 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encore: Saturday, May 6 beginning at 8 a.m. on KPBS 2. This coverage is expected to last approximately 7.5 hours. This is a live event, the end time is approximate. Following this special coverage KPBS will join regularly scheduled programming, already in progress. Kirsty Young, Huw Edwards, Sophie Raworth, and Claire Balding will bring you the historic Coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. A range of guests will join including friends and colleagues of The King and Queen Consort.

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The Coronation: A Day to Remember: Saturday, May 6 from 6:30-8 p.m. on KPBS TV - This is a showcase of highpoints from throughout the day.

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The Mall in Westminster City, London

"Charles R: The Making of a Monarch" Saturday, May 6 from 8-9 p.m. on KPBS TV + Encore: Sunday, May 7 from 2-3 p.m. on KPBS TV - The documentary explores the past 74 years that Charles has been a king in the making, showing his life as captured on film, home movies and TV cameras.

The Prince of Wales from interview for Pathe News about his upcoming Investiture in Wales, 1969.
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The Prince of Wales from interview for Pathe News about his upcoming Investiture in Wales, 1969

"Sing for the King" Sunday, May 7 from 11 a.m. - Noon on KPBS TV - The story of the formation of the national choir that will perform on the grounds of Windsor Castle the day following the coronation.

The Prince of Wales and HM The Queen at The Royal Mint, Llantrisant, Wales from "Royal Family" documentary (previously unseen), shot in 1968 aired in 1969
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The Prince of Wales and HM The Queen at The Royal Mint, Llantrisant, Wales from "Royal Family" documentary (previously unseen), shot in 1968 aired in 1969

The Coronation Concert - Live Coverage Sunday, May 7 from Noon - 1 p.m. on KPBS TV - Note: This is a live event, the end time is approximate. Following this special coverage KPBS will join regularly scheduled programming, already in progress. Lionel Richie and Katy Perry headline the concert showcasing the country’s diverse cultural heritage in music, theatre, and dance. Hugh Bonneville hosts from the grounds of Windsor Castle.

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Crowd with their hands raised and waving Great Britain flags.

Balboa Park Coronation Celebration

This event is in the past.
Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 1:30 PM
International Cottages at Balboa Park
Free
Who: HOUSE OF ENGLAND, BALBOA PARKWhat: Coronation Celebration for King Charles IIIWhen: 1:30 p.m. Saturday May 6, 2023Where: International Cottage Stage – Central LawnWhy: Coronation Fever! Free AdmissionThe House of England invites you to join in the celebration of the coronation of King Charles III, taking place on May 6, 2023 at 1:30 p.m. on the central lawn of the international cottages in Balboa Park (near the organ pavilion).The festivities promise to be a grand occasion, filled with joy and merriment. The event will include bagpipers, a Corgi parade, a brass band, dancers, and the "Charles Reveal," all in honor of the newly crowned king. Guests will have the option of enjoying specialty foods, including Coronation Chicken, the same style served at Queen Elizabeth's 1953 coronation banquet, real-deal English scones with British jam and cream, handcrafted English Toffee, and proper British tea, of course! Garden-party style seating will be provided. The coronation of King Charles III is a momentous occasion that brings together people from all walks of life to celebrate the ascension of a new monarch. The House of England is proud to host this event and looks forward to sharing this special day with everyone in attendance.Please join us on Saturday, May 6 for this celebration. We can't wait to see you there!Contact: The House of England 2150 Pan American Road W, San Diego, CA 92101