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.

In fine tune at the Twelfth demonstration in Cookstown.

21. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

In fine tune at the Twelfth demonstration in Cookstown. Photo: Adrian Robinson

A wave for the camera.

22. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

A wave for the camera. Photo: Adrian Robinson

On reflection the Twelfth in Cookstown proved to be a brilliant day.

23. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

On reflection the Twelfth in Cookstown proved to be a brilliant day. Photo: Adrian Robinson

The scene on the Moneymore Road in Cookstown as the bands make their way to the demonstration field.

24. The Twelfth 2026 in Cookstown

The scene on the Moneymore Road in Cookstown as the bands make their way to the demonstration field. Photo: Adrian Robinson