In preparation for the parade, the city installed more than 200 steel plates and rubber mats to protect D.C.’s historic streets.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Grand military parade in DC marking US Army’s 250th birthday kicks off with tanks, troops and 21-gun salute.

The news comes after a shooting incident broke out during the "No Kings" protest in downtown Salt Lake City at 7:56 p.m. on June 14, 2025. Two peacekeepers (wearing neon green vests) noticed a man, later identified as Arturo Gamboa, 24, dressed in black.

WASHINGTON (7News) — A military parade celebrated the Army's 250th in Washington D.C., with thousands of people in attendance. Aside from the parade, there was also concert and fireworks as part of the celebration. The celebration also coincides with President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday, National Flag Day, and the Army’s 250th anniversary.