​Mammoth Parade set to highlight Ripley Reunion 2025 this weekend

The Mammoth Parade, Saturday, Aug. 2, is one of the highlights of the Ripley Reunion, this weekend.

Parade staging begins just after 9 a.m., at 3280 Bruce County Road 6, just east of the Ripley Vet Clinic, and the parade beings promptly at 11:30 a.m.



Ripley Reunion parade route

The parade committee appreciates all those who have pre-registered If you still want to take part, it’s helpful if you pre-register at www.ripleyreunion.ca/parade.

The reunion, under the theme, “Celebrating the Ground We Grew Up on,” runs Thursday, July 31, to Monday, Aug. 4, with four days packed full of fun and community spirit.

Held every 10 years, the Ripley Reunion is more than just a weekend. It’s a generational celebration of home. It’s a time when former residents return, current residents roll out the welcome mat, and new faces experience the warmth of small-town southwestern Ontario.

Whether you grew up on a nearby concession or are just discovering the charm of Ripley for the first time, the reunion promises a good time and memories that will last another 10 years.

The weekend honours our shared roots, celebrates where we’ve been, and welcomes what’s ahead. From family fun to live music, historic displays and a whole lot of community connection, the event has something for everyone.

Here’s a peek at what’s in store:
 

• Thursday, July 31: Opening Ceremonies, Ambassador Competition and Masked Singer Show, sponsored by Hurontel
• Friday, Aug. 1: Back to School Come and Go, trivia for all ages, and a full evening of main stage entertainment, featuring Local Anesthesia, Bradley Hale and Little Rock
• Saturday, Aug. 2: The Mammoth Parade rolls through town, followed by sports, family activities, live music and the Seniors’ Dance
• Sunday, Aug. 3: Kids can bounce the day away with inflatables while everyone enjoys live stage hypnosis and sports activities, all followed by the Shirt Tail Dance
• Monday, Aug. 4: It’s the final day! Don’t miss the Bed Races, Beard Growing and Mullet Competition, more live entertainment and a grand finale fireworks display

View the complete event schedule at www.ripleyreunion.ca/events.

Run completely by volunteers, and 100-per-cent community powered, the Ripley Reunion is organized entirely by volunteers who have spent the past three years planning a memorable weekend. Best of all, proceeds from the event are re-invested right back into the community.

Entrance to reunion grounds is free. Dances on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings are ticketed, age-of-majority events. Tickets can be purchased at the Reunion Central store, 41 Queen Street, Ripley. While you're there, grab your official Ripley Reunion program, clothing and merchandise - perfect souvenirs!

Reunion Central Hours:
 

• Thursday, July 31: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Friday, Aug. 1: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Saturday, Aug. 2: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Sunday, Aug. 3: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Monday, Aug. 4: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

For more information, visit www.ripleyreunion.ca. And follow the fun on Facebook and Instagram!