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

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

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.

Keeping the beat in Cookstown.

9. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

Keeping the beat in Cookstown. Photo: Adrian Robinson

Happy to have made the long march to the demonstration field in Cookstown.

10. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

Happy to have made the long march to the demonstration field in Cookstown. Photo: Adrian Robinson

Pictured at the Twelfth in Cookstown are William Richardson and Trevor Hassin.

11. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

Pictured at the Twelfth in Cookstown are William Richardson and Trevor Hassin. Photo: Adrian Robinson

Enjoying the Twelfth in Cookstown are Max Wilson and Eric Conn.

12. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

Enjoying the Twelfth in Cookstown are Max Wilson and Eric Conn. Photo: Adrian Robinson