Products in this story are independently selected and featured editorially. If you make a purchase using these links we may earn commission. Kate Middleton (in Shimmering Green!) and Prince William Go from Sporty to Glam in Ireland Kate Middleton and Prince William are ending their first day in Northern Ireland in glamorous style. After a busy day full of soccer drills, canoe races and other outdoor activities, the royal couple transitioned into evening wear to a party at the iconic Empire Music Hall. Get push notifications with news, features and more. The mom of three opted for a shimmering dress by Missoni, featuring a midi-length pleated skirt and sheer sleeves – and the light green color pays homage to their host country. She carried a beige clutch that matched her heels and wore her hair in a bouncy blowout. William, meanwhile, opted for a suit sans tie. The bash will celebrate young people making a difference in the country in the business, arts and sport sectors – and include a performance by the band LARKS. Prince William and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge visit to Northern Ireland - 27 Feb 2019 Kate Middleton | Credit: Tim Rooke/REX/Shutterstock Prince William and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge visit to Northern Ireland - 27 Feb 2019 Prince William and Kate Middleton | Credit: Tim Rooke/REX/Shutterstock Their gorgeous looks mark the royal couple’s third outfit change of the day. After arriving to Windsor Park Stadium in Belfast on Wednesday in a bright red coat dress by Carolina Herrera – a recycled piece that she previously wore on her 2016 tour of Canada! – along with black tights and lace-up booties, the royal mom made a quick outfit change before heading out onto the field with young athletes. Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit to NI - Day 1 Prince William and Kate Middleton | Credit: Aaron Chown/PA Images via Getty Images Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Visit Northern Ireland - Day One Kate Middleton | Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage Kate wore athletic pants, a blue lightweight jacket over a cableknit Lauren Ralph Lauren cricket sweater (similar here) and New Balance sneakers – and tied her hair back into a ponytail – to take part in a soccer practice with young girls. Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Visit Northern Ireland - Day One Kate Middleton | Credit: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Visit Northern Ireland - Day One Prince William and Kate Middleton | Credit: Kelvin Boyes - Pool/Getty Can’t get enough of PEOPLE’s Royals coverage? Sign up for our newsletter to get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more! Kate, 37, and William, 36, continued their day of sporty fun at the Roscor Youth Village in Fermanagh, where the charity Extern provides young people referred by social workers with a safe space to learn and have fun. The couple faced off against each other in a canoe race, where William’s boat clinched the victory. Despite falling short, the royal mom flashed a big smile while wearing her helmet and holding her paddle. BRITAIN-ROYALS-NIRELAND Kate Middleton | Credit: ARTHUR EDWARDS/AFP/Getty Prince William and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge visit to Northern Ireland - 27 Feb 2019 Prince William | Credit: REX/Shutterstock Kate also tried her hand at archery, while William conquered a ropes course as the children supported him and cheered him on. Prince William and Catherine Duchess of Cambridge visit to Northern Ireland - 27 Feb 2019 Prince William | Credit: REX/Shutterstock Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Visit Northern Ireland - Day One Kate Middleton | Credit: Jonathan Porter - Pool/Getty Prince William and Kate previously visited Northern Ireland together for a one-day engagement ahead of their April 2011 wedding. There, they met members of the public and tossed pancakes in the center of Belfast as part of their Shrove Tuesday tour of the city. The couple returned for a joint visit in June 2016, when they attended the Secretary of State’s annual Garden party at Hillsborough Castle in Belfast, and Prince William made a solo trip in Oct. 2017 in support of mental health.<doc-sep>Kate Middleton and Prince William are on a surprise two-day trip to Northern Ireland. Duchess Kate made her first appearance during the visit in a bright red Carolina Herrera coat. Their tour comes days after Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's visit to Morocco. Kate Middleton and Prince William have secretly jetted off to Northern Ireland for a two-day trip that will "celebrate the young people" in the region, Kensington Palace announced in a press release. The royal couple is starting the tour with a stop in Belfast with an engagement Windsor Park stadium, where they'll learn about the International Football Association's outreach programs benefitting the local communities' physical and mental wellbeing. The project hits close to home for the Duke of Cambridge, who is president-delegate of England's Football Association. PAUL ELLIS Getty Images Despite the surprise nature of the trip, the Duchess of Cambridge looks classy as always, opting for a bold red coat by Carolina Herrera for first day of tour. She layered the bright piece of outerwear over a black sweater, leggings, and a pair of lace-up ankle boots, which appear to be her pair from L.K.Bennett. (They're also now on sale.) PAUL ELLIS Getty Images Marissa Black Suede Bootie L.K.Bennett us.lkbennett.com $346.50 Shop Now Prince William, on the other hand, was seen wearing a navy suit, blue shirt, and dark boots. After being greeted upon their arrival, the duchess said hello to a few well-wishers gathered on-site. She even received a lovely bouquet of pink and white flowers. PAUL ELLIS Getty Images The royal isn't above re-wearing outfits; she previously donned the Herrera number during her and William's royal tour of Canada in 2016. Samir Hussein Getty Images Coincidentally, sister-in-law Meghan Markle just wore a custom Carolina Herrera dress when she and Prince Harry met King Mohammed VI during their trip to Morocco earlier this week. Tim Rooke/REX/Shutterstock This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io<doc-sep>Surprise! Prince William and Duchess Kate are making an unannounced visit to Northern Ireland. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge couple kicked off their two-day trip Wednesday by meeting members of the public in Belfast. Perhaps in homage to the Northern Ireland flag, Kate, 37, wore a red Carolina Herrera coat, a go-to item in her winter wardrobe. She also wore the statement-making number during her and William's royal tour of Canada in 2016. She paired the look with black pants and lace-up black heeled booties. According to Kensington Palace's press release, their engagements during this visit are focused on celebrating the young people of the area. On Wednesday, this included a visit to Windsor Park Stadium, home of the Irish Football Association, where Kate played football with local children. William, 36, joined the fun too, passing the ball around with his wife. According to the Belfast Telegraph, the royal duo joked around with the kids during play. The prince warned them of his sporty wife: "Look out, she goes for the ankles!" before shouting "Tackle her!" Kate joked with a group of students that her 5-year-old son, Prince George, is now learning to play soccer (or football as the British call it), practicing at home and telling her: "Mummy, you’re so rubbish." The royal couple are also scheduled for activities at the Roscor Youth Village in Fermanagh and a party at the Belfast Empire Hall. This is the couple's third visit to Northern Ireland together, including a visit in 2016 and another in March 2011 right before their April wedding. William last visited Belfast in October 2017 without his wife, who was then pregnant with the couple's third child. For security reasons, royal visits to Northern Ireland are usually not announced in advance and details on their itinerary were not disclosed. Kensington Palace announced the visit only after they touched down in Belfast. Although security concerns had lessened in the wake of the 1998 Good Friday peace agreement between Britain and Ireland, uncertainty about the border between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland after Brexit has heightened tensions again. More:Duchess Kate wins BAFTA red carpet in show-stopping white Alexander McQueen gown Photos:Duchess Meghan and Prince Harry delight during Moroccan visit<doc-sep>On Wednesday morning, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge touched down in Belfast for a two-day tour of Northern Ireland. Known Baron and Baroness Carrickfergus while visiting, the royal couple's trip was kept under wraps for security reasons until now, but it will reportedly focus on celebrating the young people of Northern Ireland. Read on for all the best photos of Will and Kate's visit.<doc-sep>
Products in this story are independently selected and featured editorially. If you make a purchase using these links we may earn commission. Kate Middleton and Prince William Kick Off Tour of Northern Ireland After Time Off with Kids The royal couple arrived in Northern Ireland on Wednesday for a two-day visit. Kate sported a bright red coat dress by Carolina Herrera – a recycled piece that she previously wore on her 2016 tour of Canada! – along with black tights and lace-up booties by L.K. Bennett, completing her look with her signature bouncy blowout. Baron and Lady Carrickfergus, as they are known in Northern Ireland, started their trip with a visit to Windsor Park Stadium in Belfast. After being welcomed by local schoolchildren, William and Kate learned about the Irish Football Association’s community soccer projects and how the sport can play a role in bringing communities together. Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Visit Northern Ireland - Day One Kate Middleton | Credit: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images BRITAIN-ROYALS-NIRELAND Prince William and Kate Middleton | Credit: PAUL ELLIS/AFP/Getty Images Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit to NI - Day 1 Kate Middleton | Credit: Aaron Chown/PA Images via Getty Images Once inside, Kate and William switched into sneakers to hit the field with some young athletes. Wednesday’s engagements will also include a visit to the Roscor Youth Village in Fermanagh to see the work of the Extern charity to provide children with a space to develop their independent living skills and enjoy outdoor activities. They’ll finish the day back in Belfast at the Empire Music Hall, where they’ll attend a party celebrating young adults making a difference in Northern Ireland, complete with a performance by the band LARKS. Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit to NI - Day 1 Kate Middleton | Credit: Aaron Chown/PA Images via Getty Images Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visit to NI - Day 1 Kate Middleton | Credit: Aaron Chown/PA Images via Getty Images Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Visit Northern Ireland - Day One Kate Middleton | Credit: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images Kate and William’s visit comes after a week off of royal duty to spend time with their three children. The schools of both Prince George, 5, and Princess Charlotte, 3, were closed for half-term break. And of course, 10-month-old Prince Louis got to spend some more time with his older siblings! Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Visit Northern Ireland - Day One Kate Middleton, Northern Ireland goalkeeper Pat Jennings and Prince William | Credit: Kelvin Boyes - Pool/Getty Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge Visit Northern Ireland - Day One Prince William and Kate Middleton | Credit: Kelvin Boyes - Pool/Getty Prince William and Kate previously visited Northern Ireland together for a one-day engagement ahead of their April 2011 wedding. There, they met members of the public and tossed pancakes in the center of Belfast as part of their Shrove Tuesday tour of the city. The couple returned for a joint visit in June 2016, when they attended the Secretary of State’s annual Garden party at Hillsborough Castle in Belfast. Prince William also made a solo trip in Oct. 2017 to see the work of Inspire, a charity that reaches 1,500 people through their mental support services. The Duke And Duchess Of Sussex Visit Morocco Prince Harry and Meghan Markle in Morocco | Credit: Samir Hussein/WireImage Meghan Markle and Prince Harry also just wrapped their tour of Morocco, their last before becoming first-time parents. Their trip centered around issues close to their hearts: women’s empowerment, girls’ education and encouragement of social entrepreneurship.