Prince William to Attend King Harald V's Funeral in Oslo

Sat Sep 05 2026 23:29:12 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Prince William will attend the funeral of Norway's former king, Harald V, joining a historic procession of European royals.

Prince William, on behalf of King Charles, is slated to attend the funeral of King Harald V in Oslo, a rare diplomatic gesture. Princess Anne will also visit personally, while King Haakon VIII’s speech reflects the monarch’s legacy. Crowds will gather along the procession route and a private burial follows the service at Oslo Cathedral. Royal messages from both the British and Norwegian thrones highlight respect for the late king’s service.

Prince William will attend the funeral of King Harald V of Norway in Oslo on Wednesday, as announced by Buckingham Palace. In a personal capacity, Princess Anne also plans to attend and will be present to support Norway’s new monarch, King Haakon VIII, who serves as his godmother. The late king, who served 35 years before his death at age 89, was hailed as a people’s king and moderniser for marrying a commoner and being a unifying presence.

According to royal sources, William’s attendance represents a departure from usual protocol, where a monarch typically does not attend another head of state’s funeral. The funeral procession will culminate with a service at Oslo Cathedral and will be followed by a private burial in the royal mausoleum at Akershus Fortress.

Large crowds are expected to queue at the Royal Palace Chapel to pay respect to the late king. King Haakon delivered an emotional televised speech, thanking his father and describing his values. King Charles also praised Harald’s unwavering dedication in the months of change, remarking on his warmth and humility.