Prince Harry is gearing up for the 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham, but a lingering question remains: will Meghan Markle and their children, Archie and Lilibet, accompany him? The Duke of Sussex expressed his excitement for the event during the closing ceremony of the Vancouver Games on February 16, declaring, “Bring on Birmingham!” However, his enthusiasm is shadowed by ongoing security concerns that have kept his family away from the UK.
Harry’s reluctance to bring his family to the UK stems from his long-standing fears over their safety. Last year, he lost a legal battle to secure state-funded police protection for his family while in Britain. In a candid statement, Harry admitted he doesn’t feel safe bringing Meghan or their children to the country, citing potential risks and threats.
This has left the Sussex family’s participation in the 2027 Games up in the air. While Harry is eager to return to the UK for the event, it’s unclear whether Meghan, Archie, and Lilibet will join him. The Duke has previously emphasized the importance of his family’s safety, making it unlikely they’ll attend unless significant security measures are put in place.
Despite the uncertainty, Harry has expressed his desire for his children to experience the Invictus Games firsthand. Speaking to *Town & Country* magazine, he shared, “I'd love for them to experience the Invictus spirit one day.” He added that while Archie and Lilibet are still young, he and Meghan already teach them about “the importance of resilience, community, and service.”
The 2027 Games will mark the first time the event returns to the UK since its inaugural edition in 2014. For Harry, it’s a chance to showcase the power of the Invictus spirit on home soil. However, the question of whether his family will be there to support him remains unanswered.
Harry’s security concerns have been a recurring theme since he and Meghan stepped back from royal duties in 2020. The couple has repeatedly cited the intense media scrutiny and lack of protection as reasons for their decision to relocate to the United States. These concerns have only grown since their move, with Harry taking legal action to secure police protection during UK visits.
While Harry has returned to the UK for brief visits, Meghan and the children have stayed behind. Their absence has fueled speculation about the family’s future involvement in royal events and whether they’ll ever feel safe enough to return to Britain as a unit.
The 2027 Invictus Games in Birmingham will be a significant moment for Harry, both personally and professionally. As the founder of the event, he’s deeply invested in its success and the impact it has on veterans and their families. However, the question of whether his own family will attend looms large.
For now, Harry’s focus remains on the Games and their mission. But as the event approaches, the spotlight will inevitably turn to whether Meghan, Archie, and Lilibet will be by his side—or if Harry will once again make the journey alone.
Prince Harry’s excitement for the 2027 Invictus Games is undeniable, but his family’s participation remains uncertain due to ongoing security concerns. While Harry dreams of sharing the Invictus spirit with his children, their safety continues to take precedence. As the countdown to Birmingham begins, the world will be watching to see if the Sussex family can overcome these challenges and stand together on UK soil once more.
