All smiles despite the rain at Portadown's Mini Twelfth.

placeholder image — All smiles despite the rain at Portadown's Mini Twelfth.

In pictures: Portadown Mini Twelfth draws the crowds despite poor weather

By Valerie Martin

Published 15th Jun 2025, 12:08 GMT

Large crowds turned out despite poor weather on Saturday evening for the annual Portadown Mini Twelfth.

Portadown District LOL No 1 said the event is “always a good start to our 12th July preparations”.

The organisers said it was “great to welcome an array of many of the country’s finest bands to parade around our town”.

Photographer MP Doran was there to cover the event.

Waiting for the parade on Saturday night in Portadown.

17. Portadown Mini Twelfth

Waiting for the parade on Saturday night in Portadown. Photo: MP Doran

These youngsters show off their band leading skills.

18. Portadown Mini Twelfth

These youngsters show off their band leading skills. Photo: MP Doran

Marching in time for Portadown’s Mini Twelfth parade on Saturday night.

19. Portadown Mini Twelfth

Marching in time for Portadown’s Mini Twelfth parade on Saturday night. Photo: MP Doran

Stepping out along the route on Saturday night.

20. Portadown Mini Twelfth

Stepping out along the route on Saturday night. Photo: MP Doran