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🎉 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? Registration coming soon!

🎈 Old Rip Parade - 11 AM
Don’t miss the Old Rip Parade at 11:00 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.

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!

🎨 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 Registration Coming Soon!

🍔 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

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