Prince Archie is set to have a star-studded fourth birthday celebration, while his mother Meghan Markle stays home to plan the party.

Unfortunately, his royal father, Prince Harry, will be in England and won’t be able to attend.

After a quick and awkward visit to the UK for the King’s coronation, Prince Harry will fly straight back to California to celebrate late in the day with his son.

Initially, there were talks of a toast to Archie during the coronation lunch, but with no members of the Sussexes family present, it is highly unlikely to happen.

Instead, Archie will have an intimate party at home, surrounded by his mother and sister, Princess Lilibet.

Meanwhile, his father will be attending the coronation service at London’s Westminster Abbey.

The big question is whether Archie will watch the coronation with his family on his birthday.

One can only imagine the joy on his and Lilibet’s faces when they see their father, Harry, on TV.

It is anticipated that Harry will make a video call to wish his son a happy birthday, as he thought he would be staying at their Windsor residence, Frogmore Cottage, during his UK visit.

Presents are definitely on the cards, with Meghan, Lilibet, and possibly Meghan’s mother, Doria Ragland, joining in the festivities at the family’s sprawling Montecito mansion.

If Archie decides to have a party with friends from his California preschool, the garden provides ample space for them to run around.

The Sussexes’ grounds cover a whopping seven acres and feature a playground complete with two slides, a climbing frame, a tightrope, a helter-skelter, and two types of climbing walls.

Harry and Meghan have previously mentioned their close bond with their neighbor, Victoria Jackson, who owns a vast ranch with farm animals.

The Sussex children often visit her Santa Barbara farm for some fun.

Archie could also enjoy a supervised pool party in the family’s stunning swimming pool or even have a beach day at the beautiful beaches of Santa Monica, which are conveniently nearby.

Knowing Harry and Meghan’s penchant for celebrating special events with friends, it wouldn’t be surprising if some of their famous pals, like Ellen DeGeneres, James Corden, or Orlando Bloom, drop by with gifts and bring their children along.

As for Archie’s birthday cake, Meghan is known to be a fan of British baker Claire Patek, who has previously created stunning cakes for Meghan and Harry’s wedding and Lilibet’s first birthday in England.

However, given the distance, it is unlikely that Claire will be able to cater for Archie’s birthday in California.

Perhaps Meghan will showcase her baking skills by making her famous lemon olive oil cake, using lemons from the citrus trees in her home garden.

Meghan Markle’s decision not to attend the coronation allows for a division of responsibilities.

It seems like a brilliant way for Harry to go and Meghan to stay home with the children on Archie’s birthday.

As mentioned before, attending the coronation would primarily serve the purpose of optics, showing that they are doing their best despite the royal family’s shortcomings.

However, it is crucial for the Sussexes to prioritize their own little family and mental health.

In conclusion, Prince Archie will have a memorable fourth birthday celebration, surrounded by loved ones and potentially some famous faces.

Despite the physical distance between his parents, their love and effort to make his day special will surely shine through.