Tends of thousands of visitors flocked to the Co Down village from far and wide to watch 4,000 members of the Royal Black Institution and around 70 bands taking part in a huge procession.
The annual sham fight – organised by Sir Knight Alfred Buller Memorial RBP 1000 – gave the day at Scarva its usual unique atmosphere.
John Adair and Colin Cairns took on their customary roles of monarchs William and James, accompanied by performers in period costume portraying troops of the Williamite and Jacobite armies.
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The extended Donaldson Family from Portadown pictured at the July 13 parade in Scarva on Thursday. TH302. Photo: Tony Hendron
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Adam McAllister and his mum Chantelle dressed for the occasion at Scarva. TH307. Photo: Tony Hendron
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Friends May Gibson, left, from Lisburn and Esme Maxwell from Antrim had a great day out at the 13th celebrations in Scarva. TH303. Photo: Tony Hendron
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Friends Abigail Heslip, left, and Tilly Woods picked a great spot to watch the parades at Scarva House on the 13th. TH305. Photo: Tony Hendron