Miles for Meals 5K Run benefiting Meals on Wheels of Eastland
- Date Sat 3rd October 2026
- Time 7:45AM CDT
- Location Eastland, Texas
- Price $11.60 - $27.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and community spirit at the 9th Annual Miles for Meals 5K Run, taking place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in the charming town of Eastland! This exciting event not only features a spirited 5K race but also a Kids Fun Run/Walk, making it perfect for runners and families alike. The 5K race, with early registration fees starting at just $25, supports the vital Meals on Wheels program, which provides over 60,000 meals annually to seniors and homebound residents in the area.
Participants can look forward to medals for age group winners in the 5K and ribbons for all Kids Fun Run finishers. Plus, there are special awards for the largest registered teams, encouraging camaraderie and friendly competition among schools and local businesses. After the race, stick around to enjoy the Eastland Chamber of Commerce Ripfest, featuring a parade, car show, live music, kids' games, crafts, and delicious food booths. Don't miss this opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a fantastic day of community festivities!
Participants can look forward to medals for age group winners in the 5K and ribbons for all Kids Fun Run finishers. Plus, there are special awards for the largest registered teams, encouraging camaraderie and friendly competition among schools and local businesses. After the race, stick around to enjoy the Eastland Chamber of Commerce Ripfest, featuring a parade, car show, live music, kids' games, crafts, and delicious food booths. Don't miss this opportunity to support a great cause while enjoying a fantastic day of community festivities!
Organiser's Description
FORMERLY OLD RIP 5K
ENTRY FEES:
5K - $25 before 9/01/26
$30 after 9/01/26
Teams of 5 or more - $20 per person (by 9/1/2026)
Kids Run - $10
ONLY EARLY REGISTRATIONS BY 9/01/26 WILL RECEIVE A T-SHIRT.
The Old Rip 5K and Kids Fun Run/Walk is part of the Eastland Chamber of Commerce Ripfest 2026," a festival celebrating the citys famous horned toad. This race will benefit the Eastland Meals on Wheels.
Join us for our 9TH Annual Miles of Meals 5K Run benefiting the Eastland Meals on Wheels! The Meals on Wheels mission is to service healthy meals to seniors and homebound residents. Your support of this event will enable MOW to deliver over 60,000 meals annually. Come support your local Meals on Wheels! Register to walk or run; or just come for the fun!
5K: Medals will be awarded to age group winners.
Kids Fun Run/Walk: All finishers will win ribbons.
Teams: Special awards will be given to the school and the business that have the largest registered team. Deadline for team registration is Sunday, Sept. 1. All team forms must be received in the same envelope. Teams of 5 or more people: $20 per registration
After the race, stay for Ripfest, including a parade, Bryans Car Show, live music, kids games, crafts, and food booths.
Come for the Race. Stay for the day!
ENTRY FEES:
5K - $25 before 9/01/26
$30 after 9/01/26
Teams of 5 or more - $20 per person (by 9/1/2026)
Kids Run - $10
ONLY EARLY REGISTRATIONS BY 9/01/26 WILL RECEIVE A T-SHIRT.
The Old Rip 5K and Kids Fun Run/Walk is part of the Eastland Chamber of Commerce Ripfest 2026," a festival celebrating the citys famous horned toad. This race will benefit the Eastland Meals on Wheels.
Join us for our 9TH Annual Miles of Meals 5K Run benefiting the Eastland Meals on Wheels! The Meals on Wheels mission is to service healthy meals to seniors and homebound residents. Your support of this event will enable MOW to deliver over 60,000 meals annually. Come support your local Meals on Wheels! Register to walk or run; or just come for the fun!
5K: Medals will be awarded to age group winners.
Kids Fun Run/Walk: All finishers will win ribbons.
Teams: Special awards will be given to the school and the business that have the largest registered team. Deadline for team registration is Sunday, Sept. 1. All team forms must be received in the same envelope. Teams of 5 or more people: $20 per registration
After the race, stay for Ripfest, including a parade, Bryans Car Show, live music, kids games, crafts, and food booths.
Come for the Race. Stay for the day!
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Siebert Elementary School, 100 Little Maverick Trail, Eastland, 76448, TX, United States
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