The main parade set off from Carlisle Circus and moved clockwise through the city centre before returning back to its starting point.
Here are 20 images from the event by Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press to enjoy.

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Carrying the band pole at the annual Tour of the North parade Photo: Pacemaker

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The annual Tour of the North parade in Belfast on Friday Photo: Pacemaker

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Spectators gather to watch hundreds of bandsmen march through the city centre Photo: Pacemaker

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The annual Tour of the North parade in Belfast on Friday Photo: Pacemaker
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