Accompanied by St Mark’s Band, the parade made its way through the town via Market Street, Mandeville Street, West Street and High Street, where the Lord Mayor took the salute before it returned back to Thomas Street.
Afterwards those who were on parade received a traditional shot of rum and enjoyed an afternoon of celebration with traditional St Patrick’s Day food and entertainment in the Legion function rooms.
9. Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade
RBL standard bearers on parade at the Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade. PT12-209. Photo: Tony Hendron
10. Portadown RBL St Patrick's day parade
Parade commander, Lt Col {Ret'd} DJ Robinson MBE, left, pictured during Saturday's Portadown RBL St Patrick's day parade with veterans who took part. pt12-210. Photo: Tony Hendron
11. Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade
Some of the spectators who braved the bad weather to attend the annual RBL St Patrick's Day parade in Portadown town centre on Saturday.Included are from left, Lynsey Vennard, Mandy Crooks and husband, Eddie. PT12-200. Photo: Tony Hendron
12. Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade
Local Army Cadets taking part in the annual Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade. PT12-211. Photo: Tony Hendron