Eva and Esther complete with painted faces on the Twelfth in Cookstown.

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In 29 pictures: Cookstown Twelfth celebrations draw the crowds

By Valerie Martin

Published 13th Jul 2026, 17:49 GMT

Cookstown hosted the Orange Districts of Killyman, Stewartstown, Castlecaulfield, Pomeroy, Coagh and Benburb for this year’s Twelfth celebrations.

The town was lined with spectators enjoying the parade in glorious summer weather.

These great photos show some of the atmosphere of a memorable day.

Just chilling out after the long walk on the Twelfth in Cookstown.

5. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

Just chilling out after the long walk on the Twelfth in Cookstown. Photo: Adrian Robinson

Sinclair Mayne and Norman Black pictured at The Twelfth in Cookstown.

6. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

Sinclair Mayne and Norman Black pictured at The Twelfth in Cookstown. Photo: Adrian Robinson

Keeping time with Dungannon Volunteers Flute Band.

7. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

Keeping time with Dungannon Volunteers Flute Band. Photo: Adrian Robinson

Enjoying being part of the Twelfth in Cookstown.

8. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

Enjoying being part of the Twelfth in Cookstown. Photo: Adrian Robinson