The State Opening of Parliament is a ceremonial event in the United Kingdom that marks the beginning of a new parliamentary session. It typically takes place in the House of Lords and involves the Queen or King delivering the Queen's Speech, outlining the government's agenda and proposed legislation for the coming year. During the ceremony, members of both the House of Commons and the House of Lords gather, and the Monarch arrives in a grand procession. The event is steeped in tradition, featuring elaborate robes, the Crown Jewels, and the presence of various dignitaries, symbolizing the unity of the nation and its government.