Harry & Meghan at Milan-Cortina 2026? No Invite Confirmed

Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, will not be receiving an official invitation to the commemorative events surrounding the United States’ 250th anniversary celebrations in July 2026, according to multiple sources. The decision stems from their status as non-working royals, a distinction that impacts invitations extended through the royal family.

While King Charles and Queen Camilla have reportedly been invited to a State Visit in Washington, D.C. In April 2026 and Prince William and Princess Kate are expected to participate in commemorative events in July, Harry and Meghan are not anticipated to be included in the festivities. Any invitation for the Duke and Duchess of Sussex would need to originate from within the royal family, a path currently unavailable given their stepped-down roles.

The upcoming anniversary celebrations were reportedly a significant topic of discussion during King Charles’ recent birthday event in New York City, hosted by JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon. Officials involved in the planning process have described 2026 as “a huge year for both the US and the UK,” signaling the importance placed on the event and the anticipated participation of senior royals.

Despite being excluded from the official celebrations, the possibility remains for Harry and Meghan to travel to the U.S. Independently. As they no longer hold institutional roles, they are free to attend events at their own expense, should they choose to do so.

This exclusion follows a pattern of the couple being left off guest lists for key royal events. They were also not invited to Trooping the Colour for the second year running, further illustrating the impact of their decision to step back as senior working royals.

Looking ahead to 2027, Prince Harry is reportedly seeking a reconciliation with his father, King Charles, and has extended an invitation for the King to open the Invictus Games in Birmingham. The Games, a multi-sport event for wounded and injured military personnel, hold a special significance for the Duke of Sussex, as he founded the event following his service in the military. He “desperately wants Charles at Invictus—and he wants him to open the Games alongside him,” according to a source. The Invictus Games are scheduled to run from July 10-17, 2027.

However, the timing of the Invictus Games presents a potential conflict, as it coincides with Queen Camilla’s 80th birthday. Despite this, the Invictus Games Foundation has stated it would “very much welcome” the presence of the royal family. The first Invictus Games were held in London in 2014, and returning the event to the UK is seen as a significant moment for the organization.

Prince Harry last saw his father face-to-face in September 2025, during a brief visit to Clarence House. Further meetings are not expected during Harry’s upcoming trip to the UK for legal proceedings later this month.

Meanwhile, Meghan Markle was not invited to a key royal meeting in January 2025, reportedly due to concerns raised about the potential fallout. Details surrounding this meeting remain limited, but it underscores the ongoing complexities within the royal family following Harry and Meghan’s departure.

Meghan Markle is expected to return to Britain in the summer of 2026 for the first time in four years, coinciding with the Invictus Games. This trip could potentially serve as a stepping stone towards a more consistent return to the UK, and a possible opportunity to rebuild relationships with the royal family.