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.
1. Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade
Eyes right...Veterans pass the reviewing stand during the Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade on Saturday afternoon. PT12-215. Photo: Tony Hendron
2. Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade
Some of the Army Cadets who took part in the Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade. PT12-216. Photo: Tony Hendron
3. Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade
The rain didn't deter veterans taking part in the annual Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade on Saturday afternoon including Ulster Unionist Party leader, Capt. Doug Beattie, MC. PT12-217. Photo: Tony Hendron
4. Portadown RBL St Patrick's Day parade
Lord Mayor of ABC Council, Alderman Margaret Tinsley presents sprigs of shamrock to local Army Cadets before the RBL St Patrick's Day parade on Saturday. PT12-204. Photo: Tony Hendron