45th 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 5th, 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? 5K registration opens 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. Stay tuned—parade registration is coming soon!

Bryan's "Old Rip" Car Show
Rev your engines! From 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, check out the coolest cars at Olive & Lamar Streets. Hosted by Solid Rock Camps, this event benefits their programs. Interested in showcasing your car? REGISTER HERE —and don’t forget, you can enter your car in the parade for free!

Old Rip’s 4th Annual Art Competition
Calling all creatives! Share your talent with up to 5 art pieces and compete for the "Crowd Favorite" award. Open to all ages and artistic materials. Submission details 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!