As Queen Elizabeth II celebrates her Platinum Jubilee, it’s time to fly the flag for the royal family.;A day to celebrate! Her Majesty The Queen officially became the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee on February 6th.;This unprecedented anniversary will be marked by a year-long calendar of events – with the majority taking place over an extended Bank Holiday from June 2nd - 6th.;There’ll be street parties the length and breadth of the country to mark HRH’s 70th year on the throne, so get in on the act with some patriotic pans of gorgeous gelato.;If you’re feeling adventurous, why not have a go at re-creating this eye-catching Union Jack flag...;Key dates;Thursday 2nd June – The Queen’s Birthday Parade (Trooping the Colour): Over 1,400 parading soldiers, 200 horses and 400 musicians will come together in the traditional parade to mark The Queen’s official birthday, usually held on the second Saturday in June.;The Parade will close with the traditional RAF flypast, watched by The Queen and members of the Royal Family from the Buckingham Palace balcony.;Friday 3rd June – Service of Thanksgiving: A Service of Thanksgiving for The Queen’s reign will be held at St Paul’s Cathedral.;Saturday 4th June – The Derby at Epsom Downs: Her Majesty The Queen, accompanied by members of the Royal Family, will attend.;Platinum Party at the Palace: The BBC will stage and broadcast a special live concert from Buckingham Palace that will bring together some of the world’s biggest entertainment stars.;Sunday 5th June – The Big Jubilee Lunch: Bringing the Jubilee celebrations into the heart of every community.