More than 100 characters from St Andrews history joined the colourful Kate Kennedy procession on Saturday.
Now in its 98th year, the annual parade attracts thousands of spectators who line the streets to watch the spectacle.
Around 140 people marched through the town in a variety of costumes.
And they were led by a barefoot St Andrew with a cross hoisted on his back.
The central character is Lady Katherine Kennedy, the adored niece of St Salvator’s College founder Bishop Kennedy, in whose name the procession is held.
Others include Robert the Bruce, John Knox, Mary Queen of Scots and former rectors Rudyard Kipling and John Cleese.
And it was once outlawed by university authorities for being too rowdy.
Our photographer was there on Saturday to capture the event.
Crowds watch on as the 98th Kate Kennedy procession leaves St Salvators Quadrangle seen from Dune Restaurant on North Street. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Many memorable characters came out for the procession. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
People of all ages dressed up for the Kate Kennedy procession. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
The wind and rain didn’t stop spectators. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
A participant running in the rain. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
The City of St Andrews Pipe Band led the 98th Kate Kennedy procession as it leaves St Salvators Quadrangle. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
A colourful procession. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Around 140 people marched through the town in a variety of costumes. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
More than 100 characters from St Andrews history joined in. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Even some dogs took part in the procession. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Participants enjoying themselves. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Spectators take photos as the procession passes by. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Kate Kennedy, Grace Sammartini and Bishop, Adam Fotheringham pose for a photo. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
The procession was once outlawed by university authorities for being too rowdy. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Characters include Robert the Bruce, John Knox, Mary Queen of Scots and former rectors Rudyard Kipling and John Cleese. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Kate Kennedy (Grace Sammartini) makes her way to her carriage with Page (Molly Veith (11). Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Led by a barefoot St Andrew with a cross. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Brilliant effort was made with costumes. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
The rain didn’t stop the fun. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Some children took part in the procession. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Drummers making some noise on the streets of St Andrews. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
The Kate Kennedy procession has its roots in the mid-19th century. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Participants line up in St Andrews. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Some great 19th century costumes on show. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
City of St Andrews Pipe Band entertained the crowd. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Procession waves to the crowd. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Bright and colourful outfits brightened the day. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Plenty of great wigs made an appearance. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Kate Kennedy (Grace Sammartini) makes her way to her carriage with Page (Molly Veith, 11) as the 98th Kate Kennedy procession starts. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Characters on horses. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
The annual parade attracts thousands of spectators who line the streets to watch the spectacle. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
98th Kate Kennedy and Bishop wave to the crowd. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Participants of all ages took part. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Kate Kennedy (Grace Sammartini) with Bishop Adam Fotheringham make their way around St Andrews as seen from Dune Restaurant. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Chetan Choksi as St Regulus. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
All smiles in the carriage. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
Cameras were out to capture the start of the procession. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
The Early Church taking part in the procession. Image: Steve Brown/DC Thomson
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