"Old Rip" Parade

Starts at 10:00AM

Parade marches down Main St, from West to East, with entry's announced, some performing, in front of the County Courthouse.

Parade Entry Form

Parade Rules

Bryan's "Old Rip" Car Show

Starts after Parade

25th Annual Car Show held downtown with lots of different classes, from classics to exotics. No fee to enter. Free hamburgers for participants.

Also, will host 5th Annual National Dog Show. No fee to enter.

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"Old Rip" History

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"Old Rip"

"Old Rip" 5K and
Kid's Fun Run/Walk

Starts at 8:00AM

Certified/timed race of 5 kilometers, with registration
at 7:00AM. Each participant receives T-shirt, with prizes awarded to age group winners. All kid finishers win ribbons. Special awards given to school and business with largest team.

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Booger "Red" Nixon Memorial Bull Riding

Starts at 7:30PM

4th Annual competition. 30 top bull riders will compete for prize money. Held at the Leon River Cowboy Church Arena, 5 miles east of Eastland in Olden, TX.

Eastland Fire Dept. Fish Fry

Starts at 5:30PM
Ends at 7:30PM

Annual catfish fry benefiting the fire department. Full meal, with sides and drink. Held downtown at the Eastland Fire Station.

Ripfest Entertainment

Kid's Games, Rides, Slides,
and Jumping Tents

Live music and entertainment from several bands and groups

Ripfest Booths

As always, there will be lots of booths selling all kinds of merchandise, jewelry, crafts, toys, and fantastic foods.

Booth Entry Form