Edinburgh organisations encouraged to take part in 2026 People's Procession for annual Riding of the Marches
This year’s People’s Procession will be taking place on Sunday, September 13
Community groups and organisations are being encouraged to take part in this year’s People’s Procession.
The annual event, which forms part of the Edinburgh Riding of the Marches, returns to city streets this autumn.
Supported by City of Edinburgh Council, the 2026 People’s Procession will be taking place on Sunday, September 13 and bosses are looking for group to take part.
More than 600 participants will be taking part in the procession, which will commence from outside the Scottish Parliament building and parade up the Royal Mile.
The modern incarnation of Edinburgh’s Riding of the Marches, which celebrates the city’s heritage, began in 2009 with the People’s Procession only first being introduced in 2025.
The procession gives local organisations a chance to raise awareness of their work and celebrate their contribution to Edinburgh life.
It will be led by the Edinburgh Captain and Lass, with Lord Provost Robert Aldridge also joining the parade alongside 280 horses and riders.
City of Edinburgh Lord Provost Robert Aldridge said: “I’m delighted to see the return of the People’s Procession for 2026.
“The enthusiastic response to last year’s inaugural procession demonstrated the pride, diversity and community spirit that make Edinburgh such a special city.
“The procession is a fantastic opportunity for local groups and organisations to come together to celebrate the invaluable work they do and be part of one of Edinburgh’s most unique and historic events.
“I look forward to seeing even more community groups represented this year as the People’s procession continues to grow and become an established part of Edinburgh’s Riding of the Marches.”
Groups can register to take part via the Edinburgh People's Procession 2026 Eventbrite page.