King's Birthday in the Turks and Caicos Islands is a public holiday that celebrates the official birthday of the reigning British monarch, currently King Charles III. As a British Overseas Territory, the Turks and Caicos Islands observe the King's Birthday in line with the tradition followed across many Commonwealth realms and territories.

When is King's Birthday?

King's Birthday is observed annually on the second Saturday in June.

The following is the list of King's Birthday from 2020 to 2049.

The History of King's Birthday?

The King's Birthday (previously The Queen's Birthday) is an official public holiday observed as part of the British tradition of honoring the reigning monarch's official birthday.

The celebration of the monarch's birthday in the Turks and Caicos dates back to colonial times, when the Islands were part of the British Empire. The practice was inspired by British traditions, where an "official birthday" is designated for the monarch, not necessarily their actual date of birth, to allow for military parades, ceremonies, and public festivities in more favorable weather conditions. For example, King George II (born in November) started the tradition in 1748 of having a summer birthday celebration, which continues today.

For decades, the holiday was known as The Queen's Birthday, in honor of Queen Elizabeth II, and celebrated annually during her reign. After Queen Elizabeth II passed away in 2022 and King Charles III ascended the throne, the holiday was renamed to The King's Birthday.

The official date remains aligned with the UK observance, typically the second Saturday in June, chosen historically for favorable weather and pageantry rather than the monarch's actual birthday.

The holiday is marked by official ceremonies, often led by the Governor, the monarch's representative in the Islands. Beyond celebration, the King's Birthday is a reminder of the constitutional and historical relationship between the Turks and Caicos Islands and the British Crown.