The Duchess of Cambridge, along with other royals, greeted thousands of guests at the sun-filled event.

The Duchess of Cambridge brought warmth and cheer to Buckingham Palace as she attended the second official garden party of the year. The event, held under a sunny sky, saw over 8,000 guests enjoying the delightful atmosphere. Among those in attendance were the Earl and Countess of Wessex and Princess Alexandra.

Kate, dressed in a vibrant pink ensemble, was seen shaking hands and engaging with guests, including charity representatives. Her friendly nature was particularly evident when she spent time chatting with two enthusiastic attendees from the inclusive theatre group Act Up! Newham, Awa Jagne and Sterre Ploeger. The Duchess praised their outfits, telling them both, “you look beautiful.” Awa Jagne later shared that meeting Kate was one of the best moments of her life.

The Duchess also engaged with representatives from the Foundling Museum, the first children’s charity and arts organisation in the UK. Caro Howell, the museum’s director, recalled a prior encounter with Kate during a royal patron visit and praised her for her remarkable memory and genuine care.

Meanwhile, the Earl of Wessex interacted with representatives from the Northern Ballet and the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, while the Countess of Wessex spoke to attendees from the London College of Fashion, Women in Business, and Meningitis Now.

The event was accompanied by a military band playing the national anthem and a selection of music. Buckingham Palace will host another garden party on May 25, with another scheduled at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh on June 29.