When Is Garter Day?

Garter Day
Every June, a grand procession of the knights takes place at Windsor Castle, accompanied by a marching band and Officers of the Order, all in grand ceremonial dress. The day begins with The Queen formally investing any new Companions with the Order's insignia in the Throne Room of the Castle.

What is the purpose of the Order of the Garter?

The order was established to commemorate an incident in which Edward was dancing when one of his partner's blue garters dropped to the floor.

Why has the Knight of the Garter been removed?

The annual Garter service at Windsor Castle will not go on as planned. The coronavirus crisis has caused the British royal family to reevaluate exactly what their role is in society. ... And just today, Buckingham Palace confirmed that the Order of the Garter service in Windsor has also been redlined.

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