Twelfth 2026: Orange Order lists arrangements for all 18 main parades - plus pre-Twelfth events
The Orange Order has confirmed the details of all 18 main parades in Northern Ireland on the Twelfth.
Given that the Twelfth falls on a Sunday this year, the Twelfth parades are actually taking place on Monday, July 13.
The venues for this year’s 18 large-scale Twelfth parades are as follows:
Ballymena, Larne, Ballymoney, Portglenone, Glenarm in Co Antrim, Newtownhamilton in Co Armagh, Belfast, Rathfriland, Killyleagh, Royal Hillsborough, Ballymartin, Ballywalter in Co Down, Maguiresbridge in Co Fermanagh, Limavady, Kilrea in Co Londonderry, Cookstown, Castlederg, and Aughnacloy in Co Tyrone.
The Orange Order said “preparations are at an advanced stage” for “one of the largest annual festivals in Europe”, with over 1,000 lodges taking part, accompanied by about 600 marching bands.
The Co Armagh demonstration (this year held in Newtownhamilton) is the single largest Orange gathering, the order said, while Belfast hosts the longest Twelfth parade route of the day, with participants walking over six miles to the field.
The capital city and Ballymena are the only two venues where Twelfth demonstrations occur every year.
The order says that the other sizeable parades will be in Maguiresbridge, Limavady, Cookstown, and Rathfriland.
In his first year in office, Grand Master Harold Henning has said: “The tradition of Orange parades stretch back 230 years, and the Twelfth continues to draw huge attendances of both participants and spectators.
"Our parades are a vibrant public expression of our identity, culture and heritage and that tradition is one which is held dear by a great many people in our community.
“The colour and pageantry on show on the Twelfth has increasingly been proven to be an attraction to visitors to Northern Ireland seeking an authentic cultural and heritage experience.
"The hundreds of ands on display include some of the very best marching flute, pipe, brass and accordion Bands in the world.
"The iconic traditional sound of the Lambeg drum is another unique aspect of the Twelfth, and one which we are glad to see flourishing with a new generation of fifers and drummers.”
The only parade in the Republic, in Rossknowlagh, will be held on July 11.
Below are the details of 18 NI parades as provided today by the order:
⬤ BELFAST
This year’s Belfast Twelfth parade will include over 6,500 participants including 77 Bands from across Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Last year, an estimated 170,000 spectators lined the route to witness the colour and pageantry of the annual event.
The procession will be led by the Officers of the County Grand Lodge of Belfast, headed by the County Colour Party and the renowned Millar Memorial Flute Band.
A special Act of Remembrance will be held at Belfast City Hall, where a wreath will be laid at the Cenotaph just before 10:20am.
This short Act of Remembrance is a moment of solemn reflection in the midst of celebration and is an opportunity to honour the sacrifices of those who gave their lives in defence of their nation.
The County Grand Lodge, comprised of 9 Districts, will be under the command of Rt Wor Bro Spencer Beattie, who celebrates seven years at the helm as County Grand Master.
• The main parade will commence at 10:40am at Donegal Square West.
• The parade will arrive at the Demonstration Field at Barnett Demesne, Shawsbridge at 12:45pm.
• Parade route – Donegal Square West, Bedford Street, Dublin Road, Shaftesbury Square, Bradbury Place, Lisburn Road, Balmoral Avenue, Malone Road, Barnett Demesne.
• Platform proceedings will commence at 2:30pm.
• The return parade will commence at 4pm.
At the official Platform proceedings, the keynote address will be delivered by Most Wor Bro Tim Lord, Grand Master of the Grand Orange Lodge of England.
At Barnett Demesne there will be a food village and fun fair. A supporting programme of activities hosted by Belfast Orangefest will offer family-friendly activities, cultural showcases and something for everyone to enjoy.
This Twelfth in Belfast will be live streamed and will be available to view on YouTube.
Between 9am and 2pm, a range of activities including music, street performers, food vendors, and interactive displays will be taking place in the City centre.
Shops across the city will open from 1pm to 5pm, giving festivalgoers the perfect opportunity to explore Belfast’s busy retail scene.
Pre-Twelfth events in Belfast:
• Friday, 19th June – Tour of the North parade.
• Friday, 26th June – Sandy Row District LOL No 5 arch opening.
• Friday, 26th June – Clifton Street arch opening.
• Saturday, 27th June – Whiterock parade.
• Sunday, 28th June – 36th Ulster Division LOL 977 Service – St Mary Magdalene Parish Church, Donegal Pass.
• Wednesday, 1st July – Ballymacarrett District LOL No 6 Somme parade.
• Wednesday, 1st July – Queen Victoria Temperance LOL 760 Somme parade, Sandy Row.
⬤ RATHFRILAND
Approximately 15,000 spectators and participants are expected to attend the Twelfth in Rathfriland this year.
Guests will include the new Grand Master, Most Wor. Bro. Harold Henning and past Grand Mistress of Scotland, Sister Margaret Blakely.
The members of Rathfriland District LOL No.3 will be joined by Brethren, Sisters and Juniors from Lower Iveagh West, Newry, Loughbrickland, Gilford, Banbridge and Lower Iveagh District.
The parade will include 100 Lodges and 90 Bands.
This year’s parade will be led by the members of Closkelt LOL 415 and Closkelt Pipe Band.
The members of Ardarragh LOL 765 and Annahinchago LOL 580 will both be displaying new banners dedicated earlier this year.
• The parade will commence at 12 noon from the assembly field on Newry Road.
• Parade route - Assembly Field, Newry Lower Church Square, Upper Church Square, Main Street, Downpatrick Street, Castlewellan Road the demonstration field.
• Platform proceedings will commence at 2:45pm.
• The return parade will commence at 4pm.
Wor. Bro. Rev. John Noble, Grand Chaplain of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland, will lead the traditional religious service.
A wreath will be laid at the town’s cenotaph by district officers to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the killing of the Herron Family who perished in their home as a result of an IRA firebomb attack on their shop in Dromore.
Pre-Twelfth events:
• Friday, 10th July -Family fun day – Rathfriland
• Sunday, 12th July - Open air religious service in Church Square, Rathfriland at 6.30pm.
⬤ COOKSTOWN
The Orange Districts of Killyman, Stewartstown, Castlecaulfield, Pomeroy, Coagh, Benburb and of course, Cookstown, will this year be parading in ‘The Town’.
Tamlaghtmore Ark of Safety LOL 469 will lead the parade accompanied by Tamlaghtmore Silver Band.
Six junior boys’ lodges will be present along with over 40 bands.
• The parade will commence at 12 noon from the Assembly Field on Grange Road
• The procession will arrive at the Demonstration Field on East Circular Road at 2pm.
• Parade route - Grange Road, Tullywigan Road, Dungannon Road, Killymoon Street, Church Street, Chapel Street, Loy Street, James Street, William Street, Oldtown Street, Milburn Street, Moneymore Road and East Circular Road.
• The traditional Platform proceedings will commence at 2:30pm.
• The return parade will commence at 3:20pm.
• Return parade route - East Circular Road, Moneymore Road, Milburn Street, Oldtown Street, Coagh Street, Union Street, Molesworth Street.
Wor. Bro. Rev. David Murphy, District Chaplain will lead the Platform proceedings.
The guest speaker will be Wor. Bro. Trevor Lockhart, Deputy County Grand Master, Co. Tyrone.
Magheraglass No Surrender LOL 270 will be parading with their new banner for the first time. Cookstown District LOL No.3 will be unfurling and dedicating their new District Bannerette on Sunday, 12th July.
The unfurling will be carried out by Bro. Samuel A. Glasgow MBE, Past District Master.
At the age of 93, Bro. Glasgow is still very active in the District Lodge and his own private Lodge, Montober Bible and Crown Defenders LOL 661.
Pre-Twelfth events:
• Sunday, 28th June – Drumnacross Guiding Star LOL 304 service, Drumnacross Orange Hall.
• Sunday, 28th June – Tamlaghtmore Ark of Safety LOL 469 service, Tamlaghtmore Orange Hall
• Sunday, 5th July – Joint Church Service LOL 199, 270, 304, 661, 686 - Orritor Presbyterian Church.
• Sunday, 5th July – Ballybriest Purple Star LOL 277 Church service, Lissan Parish Church.
• Sunday, 12th July – Cookstown District LOL No.3 Church service, Derryloran Parish Church, Cookstown.
• Sunday, 12th July – Tullycoll Rising Sons of William LOL 767 service, Tullycoll Orange Hall
⬤ LARNE
Nine districts will be taking part in this year’s east Antrim Twelfth parade.
Members of 70 Lodges from Larne, Sixmilewater, Carrickfergus, Antrim, Randalstown, Killead, Carnmoney and Cloughfern will be accompanied by 40 Bands and Lambeg drums.
Members of the Ladies and Junior movements will also be in attendance.
This year, the members Boyne Defenders LOL 1297 who are celebrating their 125th anniversary will be leading the parade, accompanied by the Constable Anderson Memorial Flute Band, who are celebrating their 65th anniversary.
• The parade will commence at 11am from the Assembly area located at Inver Road/Glynn Road.
• The parade will arrive at the Demonstration Field on Rugby Road at 1pm.
• Parade route – Bridge Street, High Street, Upper Main Street, Main Street, Agnew Street, Old Glenarm Road, Herbert Avenue, Greenland Drive, Newington Avenue, Glenarm Road, Curran Road, Bay Road, Chaine Memorial Road, Rugby Road to the Demonstration Field
• Platform proceedings will commence at 2pm.
• The return parade will commence at 3:30pm.
• Return route - Bay Park, Curran Road, Main Street, Upper Main Street, High Street, Bridge Street, Station Road, finishing in Circular Road.
The Platform proceedings will be led by Wor. Bro. Rev. Dr. Paul Reid, District Chaplain of Larne District LOL No.1, where Bro. James Strange, the Chaplain of Donald's Purple Heroes LOL 517 will lead the praise.
King William III will make an appearance on horseback - be sure to give him a wave.
Family Entertainment will be available in the demonstration field.
Local Lodge, Cairncastle LOL 692 have just celebrated their 200th anniversary and will be joined on parade by Cairncastle Flute Band who have led the Lodge since 1857.
Pre-Twelfth Events
• Saturday, 6th June - Sponsored Walk – Victoria Orange Hall
• Saturday, 20th June – Parade – Cairncastle Orange Hall
⬤ CASTLEDERG
The Brethren of Killen District LOL No.12 will host this year’s West Tyrone demonstration in Castlederg, Co. Tyrone.
Deputy Grand Master, Rt. Wor. Bro. Derek Reaney will be the principal speaker at the event where Wor. Bro. Rev. Jason Lingiah, Grand Chaplain, Grand Orange Lodge of Scotland will also be in attendance.
There will be six local Orange Districts taking part in the parade which will be led by Sixmilecross District LOL No.7 accompanied by Brackey Flute Band, followed by Omagh, Killen, Fintona, Strabane and Newtownstewart Districts.
• The outward parade will commence at 12:30pm from the Assembly Field located just off the Strabane Road.
• The parade will arrive at the Demonstration Field on Castlegore Road at 2pm.
• Parade route –Strabane Road, Upper Strabane Road, John Street, Main Street and onwards to the Demonstration Field on Castlegore Road where there will be children’s entertainment and a Highland Dance display.
• Platform Proceedings will commence at 2:30pm.
• The return parade will commence at 4:30pm.
At this year’s Co. Tyrone Community Awards, local Lodge, Kirlish Chosen Few LOL 380 picked up the prestigious award of ‘Lodge of the Year 2026’.
Aghyaran Accordion Band are celebrating their 70th anniversary this year whilst Kilclean Pipe Band are marking 80 years since their establishment.
The Brethren of Thiepval Memorial LOL 1005, from Convoy, Co. Donegal, will be participating in the Castlederg parade along with English Brethren from Sussex Crown Defenders LOL 848.
Three ladies lodges, one junior girls lodge and six junior boys lodges will also be on parade.
Notably, Blossomhill JLOL 250 won this year’s Junior Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland Membership Increase award at the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland’s Orange Community Awards 2026.
Pre-Twelfth events:
• Friday, 3rd July - BBQ & Fireworks –Ardbarron Orange Hall.
• Tuesday, 7th July - Charity 5K Fun Run.
• Thursday, 9th July - District Sports Night –5 a side football and tug of war at Darragh Park, Castlederg.
• Friday, 10th July -BBQ & Bonfire– Kilclean Orange Hall.
• Sunday, 12th July - Orange Arch dedication following refurbishment.
⬤ BALLYMENA
The city of the Seven Towers is once again preparing to host its traditional District Twelfth of July parade which will include the 30 local Lodges, 17 Bands as well as the traditional sounds of the iconic Lambeg Drum.
Craigywarren LOL 476 will lead the parade accompanied by Craigywarren Flute Band.
• Parade will commence at 12:30pm at the Assembly Field on Brooke Park.
• Arrive at the Demonstration Field on Cushendall Road at 2:30pm.
• Parade route- Assemble at Brooke Park and proceed to Demonstration Field at Cushendall Road via Wakehurst Road, Queen Street, Henry Street, Harryville Bridge, Church Street, Broughshane Street, Chapel Roundabout and Cushendall Road.
• Platform proceedings will commence at 3pm.
• Return parade will commence at 4:30pm.
Sister Turtle Memorial WLOL 14, Ferniskey WLOL 74, Daughters of Ferniskey JWLOL 55, Ferniskey Rising Sons JLOL 265 and Duke of Edinburgh Memorial JLOL 621 will all be in attendance.
There will be awards for Best Band, Best Lambeg Drums and Best turned-out Lodge.
Three new Banners from Tullygrawley LOL 240, Dunfane LOL 591 and Ross LOL 515 will be on display.
The demonstration field will host children’s entertainment.
The Platform proceedings will be conducted by the District Master Wor. Bro. Matthew Armstrong and Grand Chaplain, Wor. Bro. Rev. Ian McClean who will conduct the Religious Service.
Pre-Twelfth events:
• Saturday, 27th June Mini Twelfth & Fun Day - Cullybackey.
⬤ GLENARM
This year, the Braid District Twelfth takes place in Glenarm, Co.Antrim.
The 14 Lodges of Braid District LOL No.18 will be joined by visiting members of Pride of Preston LOL 282 from Lancashire.
A new local ladies Lodge, Braid Valley WLOL 22, will be taking part in their first Twelfth parade since their recent formation. Carnalbana LOL 595 will lead the parade accompanied by Carnalbana Flute Band.
A further 9 Bands and 2 teams of Lambeg Drums will also provide musical accompaniment.
• The parade will commence at 12 noon from the Assembly Field at the Cloney.
• Parade route - The Cloney, Coast Road, New Road, Coast Road, Mark Street, The Vennel, Atlmore Street, Toberwine Street, Coast Road, Straidkilly Road.
• The procession will arrive at the Demonstration Field on Straidkilly Road at 2pm.
• Platform proceedings will commence at 3pm.
• The return parade will commence at 4pm.
The County Grand Master of Co. Antrim Grand Orange Lodge, Rt. Wor. Bro. Maurice Kirkwood will be guest speaker on the Platform and Deputy Grand Chaplain, Wor. Bro. Rev. Stephen Walker will lead the religious service.
There will be activities and entertainment for younger visitors in the Demonstration Field.
⬤ KILREA
The small market town of Kilrea, in East Londonderry, will welcome 8 local Districts, whose membership includes over 50 private Lodges and Bands.
At the head of the parade will be Tamlaght O’Crilly Pipe Band leading their own Lodge, Tamlaght O'Crilly Ulster Defenders LOL 228.
One of the other leading Bands on parade will be Eden Accordion Band, who this year are celebrating the 75th anniversary of their formation in 1951.
The Grand Secretary of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland, Wor. Bro. Rev. Mervyn Gibson MBE will be the principal guest speaker during the platform proceedings.
• The parade will commence at 12 noon from the Assembly Field on Drumagarner Road.
• The procession will arrive at the Demonstration Field located behind the livestock market, on the Garvagh Road at 12:45pm.
• Parade route - Drumagarner Road, Maghera Street, Old Market Yard, Church Street, War Memorial, Bridge Street, Mill Road, Coleraine Street, Maghera Street, Garvagh Road.
• Platform proceedings will commence at 2pm.
• The return parade will commence at 3:30pm.
Pre-Twelfth events:
• Saturday, 11th July – Vintage Rally in Kilrea.
• Saturday, 11th July- BBQ & Dance in Killygullib Orange Hall.
• Sunday, 12th July - Wreath Laying Service at Kilrea War Memorial.
• Sunday, 12th July – District Church Service St Patricks Church of Ireland.
⬤ AUGHNACLOY
This year’s Clogher Valley demonstration will be held in Aughnacloy where the hosts, Annahoe District LOL No.6, will be joined by the members of Fivemiletown District LOL No.15 who will lead the parade.
The procession will include 25 Lodges and Bands, including 2 Junior Lodges along with the Association of Loyal Orangewomen of Ireland.
There will be a wide selection of Bands on parade including pipe, brass, accordion, and flute. Visiting Brethren from Co. Monaghan will also be taking part.
• The parade will commence at 12:30pm at the Assembly Field on Tullyvar Road.
• The parade will arrive at the Demonstration Field on Carnteel Road at 1:15pm.
• Parade route Tullyvar Road, Moore Street, Dungannon Road, Carnteel Road.
• Platform proceedings will commence at 2pm.
• The return parade will commence at 3:30pm.
The Platform proceedings include a religious service led by Wor. Bro. Rev. Roger McElnea with music from Bawn Silver Band.
Annahoe District LOL No.6 will have their new Bannerette on display, which is in remembrance of our fallen Brethren.
Pre-Twelfth Events:
• Sunday, 14th June Roughan True Blues LOL 1031 Orange Service.
• Sunday, 21st June Loughan LOL 1020 Orange Service.
• Sunday, 28th June Dergina True Blues LOL 897 Orange Service.
• Sunday, 5th July Mulnahunch Lily of Clonaneese LOL 96 Orange Service.
• Sunday, 12th July Annahoe District LOL No.6 Dedication of Memorial Bannerette, Aughnacloy Presbyterian Church.
⬤ NEWTOWNHAMILTON
The County Armagh Twelfth Demonstration is now firmly established as the largest Orange gathering in the world on the day.11 District Lodges will be on parade, with a total of 150 private lodges and over 5,000 Brethren; in addition, Lodges from the Association of Loyal Orangewomen of Ireland will take part, along with a number of Junior Boys and Junior Girls Lodges.
The Co. Armagh Demonstration can attract upwards of 20,000 spectators.
Around 70 ands will accompany the Lodges and some of the finest Pipe, Accordion, Silver and Flute Bands in the country will be on parade.
This year, there will be a new Band on parade with Moyrourkan True Blues LOL 305a, accompanying their Junior Lodge.
There will be approximately 4 Scottish Bands on parade at the Co. Armagh demonstration and as the “County of the Diamond” is well-known for the Lambeg Drum, dozens will be accompanying the Lodges, especially if the weather is favourable.
• Parade will commence at 10:30am from the Assembly Field on Newry Road.
• Arrive at the Demonstration Field on Castleblayney Road at 11am.
• Parade route - Assembly Field, Newry Road, Newry Street, Shambles Lane, The
Commons, Armagh Street, Castleblayney Street to the Demonstration Field.
• Platform proceedings will commence at 2pm.
• Return parade will commence at 3pm.
Marlacoo Rising Star LOL 306, Tandragee District LOL No.4, is celebrating the 200th anniversary of its formation this year also, King William’s Defenders LOL 127, Portadown District LOL No.1, is marking the 135th anniversary of their Warrant this year.
New Banners from Kilcluney Temperance Volunteers LOL 132 and Drumnahuncheon Apprentice Boys LOL 371 will be on display.
Loughgall District LOL No.3 and Rockmacraney Temperance LOL 114 will have new Bannerettes.
Newly formed Loyal Daughters of Sloans JWLOL 35 will experience their first Twelfth this year.
In addition, Bands within the County celebrating anniversaries this year include the Craigavon Protestant Boys Flute Band, Lurgan - 60 years, and Star of David Accordion Band, Portadown – 50 years.
On the Platform, Most Wor. Bro. Joseph Magill, Grand Master, Junior Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland will bring fraternal greetings.
The County Grand Lodge has a new County Bannerette, which was unfurled by the new Grand Master of the Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland, Most Wor. Bro. Harold Henning and dedicated by Wor. Bro. Rev. William Anderson, Deputy County Grand Chaplain, in February.
New collarettes were also dedicated for the County Grand Lodge Officers.
The previous Bannerette and collarettes have been in use since 1995.
Pre-Twelfth Events
• Saturday, 20th June - Annual District Mini-12th at 7.30pm.
• Thursday, 2nd July - “Songs of Praise” – 2nd Newtownhamilton Presbyterian Church, at 7.30pm (collection for charity).
• Friday, 10th July - “Family Fun Night” – Demonstration Field, Castleblayney Road, commencing at 7pm.
• Sunday, 12th July - Boyne Anniversary Service - 2nd Newtownhamilton Presbyterian Church at 3.30pm.
⬤ KILLYLEAGH
Lecale District LOL No.2 will be hosting the Twelfth in Killyleagh, County Down.
5 District Lodges will be taking part - Lecale, Saintfield, Castlewellan, Comber, and Ballynahinch, accompanied by 37 Bands.
The parade will be led by The William Savage Memorial Flute Band, accompanied by County Grand Master, Rt. Wor. Bro. Kyle McIlwrath, the Officers of Lecale District and the Brethren from Toye and Killyleagh Lodges.
• The outward parade will commence at 12 noon from the Assembly Field on Shrigley Road, opposite Killyleagh Primary School.
• Parade route - Shrigley Road, Castle Lane, Plantation Street, Catherine Street, Irish Street, Seaview, Shore Street, High Street, Frederick Street, Cross Street and Comber Road.
• The parade will arrive at the Demonstration field on the Comber Road at 1pm.
• Platform proceedings will commence at 2pm.
• The return parade will commence at 4pm.
Scottish dancers will be performing in front of Killyleagh Castle and Willie Drennan and his Band will be providing musical entertainment in the Demonstration Field where inflatables and other free activities will be provided for children.
This year, Clough LOL 1043 will have their new Banner on display during the parade.
Sisters and Daughters of Ruth WLOL 185 and Salsburgh True Blues LOL 26 from Scotland will be taking part as guests of Inch LOL 430.
The Platform proceedings will be led by Wor. Bro. Jonny Jackson, District Master, Rt. Wor. Bro. Kyle McIlwrath, County Grand Master and Wor. Bro. Robin Fairbairn, Deputy Grand Chaplain.
A charity collection will take place throughout the day for Air Ambulance NI, in Memory of Bro. Callum McVeigh, a member of Raffrey Faith Defenders LOL 1115 and Inch Flute Band.
⬤ ROYAL HILLSBOROUGH
The scenic village of Hillsborough has a long and distinguished history, with Hillsborough Castle serving as the official Royal residence for Northern Ireland for many years.
This connection saw the village granted the official title ‘Royal Hillsborough’ in 2021.
Royal Hillsborough plays host to the South Antrim Combine demonstration this year.
Over 60 Lodges from the following Districts will be in attendance - Aghalee, Glenavy, Magheragall, Ballinderry, Derriaghy, Lisburn and Hillsborough, accompanied by a wide selection of Bands.
Star of the Maze LOL 130 will lead the parade accompanied by Dunmurry Protestant Boys Flute Band.
• The parade will commence at 11:30am from the Assembly Field on Culcavy Road.
• The procession will arrive at the Demonstration Field at Hillsborough Fort at 12:30pm
• Parade route - Culcavy Road, Lisburn Street, Main Street, Hillsborough Fort.
• The Platform proceedings will commence at 2pm.
• The return parade will commence at 4pm.
Imperial Grand Master, Most Wor. Bro. Edward Stevenson will be the principal guest speaker at the Platform proceedings where Rt. Wor. Bro. Richard Fleming, Past County Grand Master, Co. Down will also be in attendance.
The Religious Service will be conducted by Wor. Bro. Rev. David McCarthy, Deputy County Grand Chaplain, Co. Antrim Grand Orange Lodge.
Pre-Twelfth Events
• Saturday, 30th May - Family fun day and pipe Band showcase in Drumlough Orange Hall.
• Saturday, 13th June -Village Fare in Hillsborough Village Centre.
• Saturday, 20th June - Gala Ulster Scots evening in Star of Maze Hall, Kesh Road, Maze.
• Thursday, 25th June -Classic Vehicle Run.
• Friday, 26th June -Opening of the arch in Royal Hillsborough village.
• Friday, 26th June -Battle of the Bands in Royal Hillsborough Orange Hall.
• Saturday, 11th July - A Joyful Journey with Lambeg drums at Arthur Street Orange Hall.
• Monday, 13th July - Festival at the Fort.
⬤ BALLYMONEY
The North Antrim Combine parade will this year take place in Ballymoney.
Five local District Lodges will be taking part - Ballymoney, Rasharkin, Cloughmills, Bushmills and Ballycastle with a total of 43 Lodges and 22 Bands.
The parade will be led by Ballymoney District Officer accompanied by Cloughmills Crown Defenders Flute Band.
A number of local Ladies and Junior Lodges will also be on parade as well as visiting Sisters and Brethren.
• The parade will commence at 1pm from Ballymoney Showgrounds.
• Parade route - Charlotte Street, Main Street, Meetinghouse Street, Newal Road, Trinity Drive, John Street, Victoria Street, Linenhall Street, High Street, Model School Road, North Road and returning to Ballymoney Showgrounds.
• Platform proceedings will commence at 2:15pm.
• The return parade will move off at 4:15pm
• Return parade - North Road, Model School Road, High Street, Main Street, Meetinghouse Street, Rodding Foot, and Ballymena Road.
Children’s entertainment will be provided in the showgrounds. Wor. Bro. Rev. Campbell Mulvenny will conduct the Religious Service where the traditional Resolutions will be read.
Of special note this year are the Brethren of McCartney’s True Blues LOL 913 who will be parading with their new Banner for the first time and O’Hara’s True Blues LOL 804 who have just rededicated their new Orange Hall.
Dunloy Accordion Band who accompany Dunloy Union Defenders LOL 496 are celebrating their 70th anniversary this year.
Pre-Twelfth Events
• Sunday, 12th July - Ballymoney District LOL No.16 are holding their Annual District Church Parade and Service in St. Patrick’s Parish Church at 6pm.
⬤ MAGUIRESBRIDGE
The County Fermanagh Twelfth will be held in Maguiresbridge and will see 20 Districts, 90 Lodges and around 65 Bands take part.
Lisbellaw District LOL No.2 will lead the parade with the members of Lisbellaw True Blues LOL 315, accompanied by Lisbellaw Accordion Band leading the way.
Local members of the Association of Loyal Orangewomen of Ireland, Junior boys and Girls Lodges, along with Brethren from Co. Cavan, Donegal, Leitrim and Monaghan will also be in attendance.
• The parade will commence at 12 noon from the Assembly Field on Gardiners Cross Road.
• The parade will arrive at the Demonstration Field on Lisnagole Road Road at 1:30pm.
• Parade route - Gardiners Cross Road, Belfast Road, Gardiners Road, Main Street, Lisnagole Road.
• Platform proceedings will commence at 2pm.
• The return parade will commence at 3pm.
There are a number of notable anniversaries this year, with Loughkillygreen Accordion Band celebrating their 100-year anniversary and Ballinamallard Accordion Band marking 65 years on the road.
McKinley Memorial LOL 1539 will have their newly dedicated Banner on display.
The newly formed Lisbellaw Sons of William JLOL 22 will be taking part in their first Twelfth parade.
Platform proceedings will be conducted by Rt. Wor. Bro. Mervyn Byers, County Grand Master of Fermanagh, with Wor. Bro. Ven. Archdeacon Roderic West B.Th. leading the religious service.
There will be entertainment for children in the demonstration field, including Bouncy Castles, as well as live music performances on the Main Street.
Pre-Twelfth Events
• Thursday 9th July – Mini Twelfth Parade – Brookeborough.
• Saturday, 11th July – Enniskillen Town Bands Eleventh Night parade – Enniskillen.
⬤ PORTGLENONE
Lodges from Portglenone, Cullybackey and Ahoghill Districts will this year be on parade in Portglenone.
The Parade will be led by McNeillstown LOL 1071 accompanied by McNeillstown Pipe Band, who are celebrating their 80th Anniversary.
They will be followed by Milltown Accordion Band who are celebrating their 65th anniversary, and Killycoogan Accordion Band who are marking 90 years since their formation.
Ahoghill LOL 653 will be led by Ahoghill Accordion Band who have recently reformed and are making their first Twelfth appearance in 25 years.
• The parade will commence at 12:30pm at the Assembly area adjacent to Portglenone Free Presbyterian Church on Hiltonstown Road.
• The parade will arrive at the Demonstration Field on Gortgole Road at 1:30pm.
• Parade route- Hiltonstown Road, Cullybackey Road, Main Street, Bann Bridge, Clady Road, Bann Bridge, Main Street, Gortgole Road.
• Platform proceedings will commence at 2:45pm
• The return parade will commence at 4pm.
The Platform proceedings will be led by Bro. Robert Edwards from Manorcunningham Temperance LOL 1117.
Ms Kellie Hanna will be the guest soloist. It is hoped that prior to leaving the Demonstration Field, there will be a display of massed Lambeg drums, (weather permitting).
Pre-Twelfth Events
• Thursday, 2nd July – Vintage Vehicle run, 7.00pm The Square, Portglenone. Proceeds in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Nurses.
⬤ BALLYMARTIN
This year marks the 225th anniversary of Mourne District LOL No. 6, the largest District Lodge within the Orange Institution and, this year, its members will hold their annual Twelfth demonstration in Ballymartin.
With approximately 1,600 participants taking part in the parade, including 15 local Bands, and an anticipated crowd of over 2,500 spectators.
This year, Glenloughan Heroes LOL 1914 will lead the parade accompanied by Glenloughan Flute Band.
• The parade will commence at 12:30pm from the Assembly Field on Annalong Road, Ballymartin.
• The parade will arrive at the Demonstration Field on Main Road at 1pm.
• Parade route - Assembly Field, Annalong Road, Main Road, Demonstration Field.
• Platform proceedings will commence at 2:15pm.
• The return parade will commence at 4pm.
This year’s platform proceedings will be chaired by District Master, Wor. Bro. William Baillie, and feature guest speaker Bro. Gary Bingham.
Two local Ladies’ Lodges are marking significant anniversaries this year. Mourne First WLOL 52, Kilkeel, celebrates its 105th anniversary, while Sister Jan E. Gibney Memorial WLOL 82, Annalong, proudly marks its 100th anniversary, both milestones reflecting their longstanding contribution to the life and traditions of the District.
Aughnahoory Pipe Band celebrates its 80th year this year, having marked the milestone with a well-attended anniversary parade at the end of May.
Cranfield LOL 907 is also celebrating its 125th anniversary.
Its hall overlooks the former site of Greencastle RAF/USAAF Base No. 237, a heritage reflected in the lodge’s Banner, which features wartime aircraft including a B-25 Mitchell and a Liberator bomber flying over Cranfield.
The Cranfield Accordion Band, marking 60 years since transitioning from a flute Band, honours this history with RAF-inspired uniforms.
Following the parade, friends and family are warmly invited to the demonstration field to enjoy a picnic, generously provided by the lodges.
Free bouncy castles will also be available in the field for children, adding to the day’s attractions, and ensuring entertainment for younger visitors.
Pre-Twelfth Events
• Wednesday, 1st July – Somme Commemoration – Annalong.
• Friday, 3rd July – Tractor & Vintage Car Run – Ballyvea Orange Hall.
• Saturday, 4th July – Cars & Coffee - Mourne Esplanade Kilkeel.
• Saturday, 4th July – Car wash and Fry morning – Roden Orange Hall.
• Saturday, 4th July – Kilkeel Silver Band dedication of new uniforms.
• Friday, 10th July - History exhibition on Mourne District - Kilkeel Orange Hall.
• Saturday, 11th July - Schomberg Society 11th pageant and bonfire – Kilkeel.
⬤ BALLYWALTER
This year’s North Down parade will be hosted by Upper Ards District LOL No.1 in the seaside town of Ballywalter, which last hosted the Twelfth in 2000.
The Brethren of Upper Ards, Newtownards, Bangor and Holywood Districts will be accompanied by 40 Bands.
ocal members from the Association of Loyal Orangewomen of Ireland and the Junior Grand Orange Lodge of Ireland will also be in attendance.
Ballywalter Heroes LOL 1884 will lead the parade, accompanied by the award winning Ballywalter Flute Band.
• Platform proceedings and a religious service will be held at 11.30am in the Assembly/Demonstration field on Greyabbey Road ahead of the outward parade which will set off at 12:30pm.
• Parade route Greyabbey Road, Main Street, Broadway, Dunover Road, Westland Road, Stump Road, Main Street, Well Road, Park Avenue, returning to Greyabbey Road.
• The return parade will commence at 4:15pm.
• Return parade route: Greyabbey Road, Main Street, Well Close, Well Road, Park Avenue, Greyabbey Road, Main Street, Broadway, Dunover Road.
The Platform proceedings will be conducted by the Chaplain of Upper Ards District, Bro. Andrew Frizelle prior to the main parade at 11:30am.
Assistant Grand Master, Wor. Bro. Worthington McGrath and Wor. Bro. Jim Shannon MP will also be in attendance.
⬤ LIMAVADY
There will be around 2,000 Orangemen, Ladies and Juniors taking part in this year’s Limavady Parade, accompanied by 35 flute, accordion and pipe Bands.
Limavady District LOL No.6 Officers will lead the parade followed by Limavady WLOL 175 and the Trench Memorial Flute Band.
The members of Limavady District will be led by No Surrender LOL 255 followed by City of Londonderry Grand Orange Lodge, Coleraine District LOL No.2 and Macosquin District LOL No.8.
• The outward parade will commence at 12 noon from the Assembly Field on Church Street.
• The parade will arrive at the Demonstration Field on Roemill Road at 12:45pm
• Parade route - Church Street, Ballyclose Street, Main Street, Linenhall Street.
Catherine Street, Irish Green Street, Roemill Gardens, Roemill Road, Limavady Orange Field.
• Religious service and official proceedings will commence at 2pm.
• The return parade will commence at 3:30pm.
• Return parade route - Orange Field, Roemill Road, William Street, Protestant Street, Catherine Street, Linenhall Street, Main Street, Ballyclose Street, Church Street, to buses at Rathmore Road / Scroggy Road.
Some Scottish Brethren will be in attendance and will parade as guests of Ballykelly LOL 699.
Children’s entertainment, bouncy castles and face painting will be available at the demonstration field.
Limavady have decided to change the traditional format of the day and their service, and the reading of the resolutions will take place in a marquee as opposed to a traditional outdoor Platform.
Past County Grand Master, Rt. Wor. Bro. George Duddy will chair the proceedings.
Pre-Twelfth events:
• Wednesday, 1st July – Thiepval Memorial LOL 1916 – Somme parade.
• Tuesday, 2nd July – Annual Shankill Banner parade.
• Wednesday, 8th July – Ballynafeigh District LOL No 10 annual parade.