🎉 47th Annual RipFest – Fun for the Whole Family! 🎉
Kick off the day with a bang! RipFest is packed with exciting activities, delicious food, and unforgettable fun. Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 3rd, and join us in Old Rip Square for a day to remember!
🌟 Here’s What’s Happening:
🍁 Miles for Meals 5K Run & Kids Fun Run
Start your morning on the right foot! Meals on Wheels of Eastland is hosting the Miles for Meals 5K, beginning at 8:00 AM in front of Siebert Elementary, powered by Race Day Event Services. Ready to race? Registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/Eastland/EastlandMilesforMeals
🎈 Old Rip Parade – 10 AM <– NEW TIME THIS YEAR!
Don’t miss the Old Rip Parade at 10:00 AM! Enjoy floats from local businesses and organizations, each competing for prizes in fun categories.
PARADE REGISTRATION: https://tinyurl.com/OldRipParade
🚗 Bryan’s Old Rip Car Show sponsored by Blake Fulenwider Automotive
Rev your engines! From 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, check out the coolest cars at Olive & Lamar Streets. Hosted by Eastland Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Blake Fulenwider Automotive.
Entries are LIMITED. Register by September 18th for just $25 and you’ll receive a prime show location, a goodie bag, and a participation award. Spots are filling up, so don’t wait! After September 18th, the fee increases to $30.
Interested in showcasing your car?
CAR SHOW REGISTRATION: https://tinyurl.com/OldRipCarShow
—and don’t forget, you can enter your car in the parade for free!
PARADE REGISTRATION: https://tinyurl.com/OldRipParade
🎨 Old Rip’s 5th Annual Art Competition
Calling all creatives! Share your talent with up to 3 art pieces and compete for the “Crowd Favorite” award. Open to all ages and artistic mediums.
Register your artwork: https://www.lyricartcenter.org/past-exhibitions/oldripsart2026
🎵 Live Music
Enjoy live music throughout the day on the US Rentals Stage
The Cognitos 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Larry & Cyndie Mace along with Dale Wilbanks 2 PM – 4 PM
💃 Live Performances on the south Courthouse Steps
Be entertained by local cheerleaders, dance studios, and other community performers showcasing their talents on stage throughout the day.
🍔 Crafts, Food, and Vendors Galore
Stroll through the square from 9 AM to 4 PM to shop unique crafts, savor delicious food, and explore a variety of vendor booths.
VENDOR REGISTRATION: https://tinyurl.com/RipFestVendors
✨ Don’t Miss Out!
Come celebrate Eastland’s beloved RipFest with your friends and family. We can’t wait to see you there!
Keep up with what’s happening with RipFest at:
https://www.eastlandchamber.com/ripfest/
