38th Annual Slabtown Festival, “CommUnity” is approaching and we are all very excited.
We will kick off Friday, September 22, 2023 tailgating at Ringgold High School Complex and come show support for the Ringgold Redskin Homecoming game. After the game asking everyone to come downtown for the entertainment under the tent and some good food sold by the vendors.
The BIG day, Saturday, September 23, 2023, when we expect to have all of Downtown Ringgold filled with many food & craft vendors, along with the big tent—-the air will be filled with great entertainment.
Festivities start with the Big Parade at 11 AM, featuring the 2023 Grand Marshals Linda May, Frances and Clarence Mason. Don’t forget to bring some sacks as there will be lots of candy being thrown during the parade.
Opening ceremonies will take place under the big tent, with presentation of the flag, and prayer then followed by some good singing and dancing. Everyone looks forward to seeing who has found the annual treasure, and the presentation of the big check for the lucky winner.
The cake auction will take place at the Slabtown Breakfast and this year we have some of the best bakers in the Ringgold area, this is your chance to bid and win one of these Legendary confections.
The Big Tent will be alive with wonderful music and games. The food at the festival is always a treat not to be missed along with the many art and craft booths. You can contact Kim Moore at 318-579-0386 or Sherry Howard 318-588-0095 for a booth application.
We have a wonderful kid’s fun area where there will be a gaming truck. There will be a basketball tournament held at the old gym. Contact Jerome Moore 318-464-1062 or Anthony Hullaby 318-220-6397.
Be sure to buy the official Slabtown tee shirt as soon as we start selling then so be sure to check our Facebook page for the announcement or on sale under the tent.
There will be a Car Show so come show off your treasure. You can contact Lydia Harris at 318-579-0322, Kim Moore at 318- 579-0386 or Sherry Howard 318-588-0095.
The best thing about The Slabtown festival is that it is a time to have a lot of fun with family and friends as the festival is always a family event.
Please like our page on Facebook to get more information about all events or send an email slabtownringgold@gmail.com.
So, grab the kids, a few bags, and prepare for so much that it should be a crime.
A special thanks to the Town of Ringgold, Mayor Milton Vining, Ringgold Police Dept, Ringgold Fire Department, Ringgold Water Department and Bienville Sheriff Department be sure to thank them for their service. We want to Thank our Title Sponsors Minden Coca-Cola, Bank of Montgomery and Pepsi.
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