Meet the next generation taking part in the Twelfth
BBCFor Evie, one of many young people across Northern Ireland gearing up for the Twelfth, there's no better day - not even Halloween.
The 10-year-old drummer will take to the streets with thousands of others to perform in the festivities, being held on the 13 July this year.
She has taken part in the Twelfth ever year for the past decade with each one consisting of ice creams, sore feet and the chaos of "everyone running up and down the stairs in search of their uniform".
However, Evie has an extra challenge compared to other young people as she lives with Tourette Syndrome, meaning the thronging crowds, noise and parades can be "overwhelming".
Backed by her mum, sisters, aunt and granda, she is hoping that by talking about her own experience of living with the condition, it will help educate and inspire others.
"It feels really good to share my journey with others, because most people don't know about Tourettes and that's not good," Evie said.
The condition causes you to make sudden, repetitive sounds or movements, according to the NHS. There is no cure, but treatment can help manage the tics.
Her mum, Christina, said the response to Evie wanting to share her story has been "fantastic", with her friends in the bands community offering their support and other parents reaching out.
"There's no judgement, there's no malice and if she needs time out our band will work around that," she said.
"It's lovely to be able to come together as a family to celebrate and make people aware that not all disabilities can be seen."
The Twelfth parades take place in July every year to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of the Boyne in 1690 and is an opportunity to celebrate Protestant traditions and Ulster-Scots heritage.
While many of the participants are older, a new generation of young people are starting to make their way through the ranks.
Monday's parades mark the first outing for seven new Junior Orange Lodges, made up of boys and girls under 18.
The build-up to this years celebrations has been particularly significant for Kilbracks Bible and Crown Defenders JLOL 75, which opened the first Junior Orange premises on the island of Ireland.
Based in Markethill, the County Armagh lodge currently has 71 youth members.
Harry, 16, has been a member of the Junior Orange for nine years and said he "would never miss" a Twelfth celebration.
Speaking to BBC News NI on the importance of the Twelfth he said he "would never miss it".
As Worthy Master, he said it is a "proud moment to see everyone out representing the district".
"Seeing your family and friends as your walking, you smile and light up as you're representing where you're from."
Harry said the organisation has helped him build new friendships.
"You learn a lot about the Orange and then parading and just meeting friends really and getting together and knowing other Orange Protestant people around the area."
15-year-old Elliott agrees. Being part of the organisation, he said, has taught him a lot about his culture and heritage.
He joined the Orange Order when he was 7, following in the footsteps of other family members like both his grandas, his uncles and his mum and dad.
He told BBC News Ni that there is "a good buzz" about the event, adding that spending time with family and friends on the Twelfth is "what it's all about".
"I'll be looking out for my mum and sisters," he told BBC News NI.
"I don't think I've ever missed one, though, and I don't think I would miss one."
