On November 19, 2025, the Principality of Monaco celebrated its National Day, faithful to a tradition that brings the Monegasque community together every year.
Their Serene Highnesses Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene, accompanied by members of the Princely Family, attended a thanksgiving mass at Monaco Cathedral.
The Sovereign Prince then presided over the ceremonies in the Court of Honor of the Prince's Palace, in the presence of Hereditary Prince Jacques and Princess Gabriella.
Prince Albert II presented the insignia of rank to the 31 military personnel promoted during the year, the Order of Saint Charles to the rank of knight to two Carabiniers and a Firefighter, as well as the Medals of Honor and Labor to 16 members of the Sovereign House.
The military parade on the Place du Palais then brought together the four units in uniform: the Prince's Carabiniers Corps, the Monaco Fire Brigade, the Public Security Force, and the Prison Administration.
The 2025 edition was distinguished by the participation of an Italian delegation: 33 musicians from the Fanfare of the 3rd Carabinieri Regiment of Lombardy, invited to mark the 150th anniversary of Monaco's diplomatic representation in Italy.
The Prince's Carabinieri Orchestra paid tribute to their presence with a specially adapted repertoire.
The final honors were paid to H.S.H. the Prince, continuing a ceremony established during the reign of Prince Charles III and demonstrating the deep bond between the Sovereign and the Monegasque people.
