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 - 8 AM 5K, 7:45 AM Kids 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? 5K REGISTRATION

Old Rip Parade - 10 AM
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

Bryan's Old Rip Car Show Sponsored by Blake Fulenwider Automotive
Rev your engines! 9 AM check-in, 3 PM Awards ceremony.
Check out the coolest cars at Olive & Lamar Streets. Hosted by Eastland Chamber of Commerce and Sponsored by Blake Fulenwider Automotive. Proceeds benefit Eastland Chamber of Commerce Junior Ambassador Scholarships.

Entries are LIMITED. Register by September 18th for just $25 and you are guaranteed a prime show location, a goodie bag, and a participation award. Spots are filling up, do not wait! After September 18th, the fee goes up to $30. Interested in showcasing your car? CAR SHOW REGISTION —and don’t forget, you can enter your car in the parade for free!

🎵 Entertainment

South Side of the Courthouse (Commerce St)
Line Up To be Announced

US Rentals Stage:
Music starts after parade. Set times TBA

Robbie & The Boomers
- Larry & Cindy Mace, Robbie Miller, Dale Wilbanks

The Cognitos
- Tony Sanchez, Anthony Charles, Charlie Lake, Jeremy Sanchez

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 materials. For more information and to submit your art go to ART REGISTRATION

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

VENDOR LIST

Don’t Miss Out! Come celebrate Eastland’s beloved RipFest with your friends and family. We can’t wait to see you there!