King Harald V Funeral Set for September 9

Norway has announced that the state funeral for King Harald V will be held at Oslo Cathedral on Wednesday, September 9, at 1:00 pm, with the royal palace confirming the arrangements and the Church of Norway’s leadership set to lead. The service will be part of a broader national mourning period, with condolence visits and public remembrance events planned around the cathedral and royal residences. The guest list is expected to feature a wide array of European royals and heads of state, including Nordic royals as well as leaders from the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Spain, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein, and Monaco, along with presidents from several European nations; U.S. representation could be possible under the current president, Donald Trump. Norway’s new king, Haakon VIII, is expected to swear an oath of allegiance in parliament in the days surrounding the funeral. The public and official ceremonies reflect Harald V’s long reign and his family’s prominent role in modernizing Norway’s monarchy. Further details on the procession and international attendance will be announced as plans are finalized.