On parade were 11 District lodges, with a total of 150 private lodges and more than 5,000 brethren. There were also lodges from the Association of Loyal Orangewomen of Ireland along with a number of Junior boys and Junior girls lodges.
Around 70 bands accompanied the lodges, with pipe, accordion, silver and flute bands on parade, along with a number of Lambeg drums.

17. Twelfth 2026
Three generations pictured at the 12th celebrations in Newtownhamilton. Included are, gran Hilda Oliver, mum Christine Woods and little Lily Woods (2). Photo: TONY HENDRON

18. Twelfth 2026
Looking the part at the celebrations in Newtownhamilton are Cassandra Balkervill, left, and Sue-Ellen McAlister. Photo: TONY HENDRON

19. Twelfth 2026
Having a family day out at the Co Armagh Twelfth celebrations in Newtownhamilton are, Melanie and Harold Edmonson and son, Joel (2). Photo: TONY HENDRON

20. Twelfth 2026
Enjoying the day out at the 12th celebrations in Newtownhamilton are from left, Emily Wright, Ellie Bailie, Naomi Gardiner and Katie Geddis, all from Killylea. Photo: TONY HENDRON

