The Ripley Holiday Open House returns Sunday, Nov. 1, giving shoppers an afternoon to get a head start on Christmas lists in downtown Ripley and at businesses around town. Ripley Main Street announced the date Thursday and said the event runs from noon to 4 p.m.
The Main Street organization is billing the afternoon as a chance to shop local, find unique gifts, grab something to eat and explore the town. It is also recruiting vendors for pop-up shops at The Cut-Off.
Ripley Holiday Open House Details
Here is what Ripley Main Street has shared so far:
Date: Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026
Time: 12 to 4 p.m.
Where: Downtown Ripley and businesses around town
Extras: Pop-up shops at The Cut-Off
Theme: Shop, eat and explore local
The event flyer carries the slogan “Small towns make the best gifts” and encourages people to bring their shopping crew and spend the afternoon in Ripley. Shoppers should check with individual stores for their own holiday specials and hours.
Pop-Up Vendors Wanted at The Cut-Off
Ripley Main Street is accepting vendors for the pop-up shops now. Anyone interested can scan the QR code on the event flyer or use the online sign-up link included in the organization’s Facebook post. The flyer also lists an email address, ripleymainstreet@gmail.com, for anyone who wants to ask about a vendor spot.
Organizers have not announced a vendor fee, a registration deadline or how many spaces are available, so interested crafters and small businesses should reach out soon.
Why Shopping Local Matters in Ripley
The open house has become a familiar kickoff to the holiday season on the Ripley square. Last year’s open house was also held on the first Sunday in November, and the event is built around steering early holiday spending to locally owned shops.
Ripley Main Street works to renovate, revitalize and restore the historic downtown district. Its office is at 111 E. Spring St. The group has had a busy fall, including the Spirit of Ripley festival and recognition for local musician Garry Burnside.
Holding the open house on a Sunday afternoon also gives families a chance to come to town after church and make a day of it.
More details, including a list of participating businesses, may be posted on the Ripley Main Street Facebook page as the date gets closer.
Jon Ross Myers is the executive editor and publisher of the Mississippi News Network, Mississippi's largest digital only media company. He can be reached at editor@tippahnews.com
