Royal fans in awe as Princess Mary steps out with her family

One fan wrote online, 'I'm shocked how much the children have grown up, especially Isabelle and Josephine takes after her mum so much.'

'Very nice to see the CP Family again. These children are growing so fast, Christian and Isabella almost are their mothers height. Vincent and Josephine are not little children anymore .I must say everyone looks fantastic today,' another added.

According to the Danish Royal House, the parade includes a 'tilting competition' that takes part over several days. 

Stemming from medieval times, the tradition takes place on horseback and the rider, with his or her lance, must spear a metal ring suspended between two stanchions