Category: Event News

Coming Up: Toledo Jeep Fest Hype Bash at Toledo Speedway!

June 18, 2025

Get ready, Jeep enthusiasts! The next Toledo Jeep® Fest Hype Bash is rolling into town on Friday, July 11, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Toledo Speedway, located at 5639 Benore Road, Toledo, OH 43612.

This high-energy, family-friendly event is the perfect prelude to the main festival in August. Here’s what you can look forward to:

Toledo Speedway Event Highlights
  • 8:30 p.m. Free Laps on the Racetrack: Coordinated by the Glass City Crawlers.
  • RTI Ramp & Balance Blocks & Junk Yard: Test your Jeep’s articulation and balance on specialized equipment.
  • Vehicle Smashin’ Opportunities: Take part in or watch thrilling vehicle-smashing demonstrations.
  • New TJF Merchandise: Be among the first to purchase the latest Toledo Jeep Fest gear.
  • Music Entertainment: by 93.5 WRQN.
  • Vendors: Explore a variety of local vendors offering Jeep-related products and services.
  • Food & Spirits: Savor delicious offerings from a selection of food trucks.
  • Raffle Giveaways: Enter for a chance to win exciting prizes.

This event is free and open to the public, making it a fantastic outing for Jeep lovers and families alike. Download the event flyer!

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow Jeep enthusiasts and gear up for the main Toledo Jeep® Fest happening August 1–3 in downtown Toledo. For more details, visit ToledoJeepFest.com.

Epic Willys Adventure Set To Arrive In Base Camp

June 4, 2025

The Epic Willys Adventure (EWA) group races classic jeeps around the country for gold coins and bragging rights. One of EWA’s upcoming events is the Great Mitten Race – an epic 7-day journey starting at the Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival, sweeping through Michigan’s outer Great Lakes and iconic Toledo, Ohio and then back to Butler, Pennsylvania.

Epic Willys Adventure 6 – the Great Mitten Race – will start at the Bantam Jeep Heritage Festival on Thursday, June 5. By late afternoon, these jeeps will arrive in Toledo (10-12 teams in race jeeps) and will be camping at Middlegrounds Metropark in downtown Toledo – the Toledo Jeep Fest Basecamp.

The event will bring together 12 teams competing in EWA approved stock – 1941-1964 Willys Jeeps with lots of country, historic landmarks and a series of unique challenges to win the Great Mitten Race. This attraction is a slow-paced, high-energy celebration of Jeep Heritage, camaraderie and adventure.

EWA has been racing and adventuring since 2016, rolling from Canada to Mexico (2,135 miles), through the Great Divide (1,506 miles in 2018), Oregon Trail (1,888 miles in 2021), the Concord Cup (1,729 miles in 2023), the Moonshine Run (1,516 miles in 2024). This year’s event in June is the Great Mitten Race, rolling through scenic byways and farm roads in Michigan and then finally down to Toledo, Ohio.

Race commander Jonah Hodgkins recently told Toledo Jeep Fest that Toledo, Ohio – Home of the Jeep – will be a checkpoint during their Great Mitten Race to celebrate and prepare for Toledo Jeep Fest on Aug. 1-3.

Are there rules for the Epic Willys Adventure? Well, let’s start with rule No. 1 – No GPS Allowed! Only maps and compasses are permitted for race teams. Other Epic Willys Adventure rules include no use of Interstate Highways. Racers must stick to backroads, scenic byways and farm roads. No Excuses are a rule. Breaking down, getting lost and running out of fuel for these stock Willys vehicles (1941-1964) is part of the challenge. Self-reliant repairs are a staple of Epic Willys Adventure. If mechanical issues occur, teams are expected to handle repairs on their own.

Teams earn gold coins along the route. Coins are earned for finishing first for the day, arriving at a checkpoint, photographing a historical marker, capturing a photo of Bigfoot or an imaginary animal sighting, getting a photo with another Willys Jeep, and Good Samaritan Points for helping another team with mechanical repairs.

Register for Toledo Jeep Fest Base Camp

Mercy Health and Jeep share legacy of service in Toledo

May 28, 2025

Mercy Health has been delivering compassionate, high-quality care in Toledo for 170 years — a legacy that continues to shape the health and well-being of our region. Just nearby, the Toledo Jeep complex has stood as a symbol of innovation and pride since 1941. These are not merely historic institutions; they are cornerstones of Toledo’s identity.

Mercy Health is honored to serve as the title sponsor of the 2025 Toledo Jeep Fest — a celebration of our city’s rich history and the people who bring that legacy to life every day. The employees of both Mercy Health and Jeep are more than workers — they are skilled, dedicated professionals who take deep pride in their work, knowing that their efforts have a lasting impact on the lives of their neighbors, families, and fellow community members.

At its core, Mercy Health’s mission has always been about service — caring for the sick, uplifting the vulnerable, and advancing the long-term well-being of our community. Likewise, Jeep’s founding purpose — to build a vehicle in service of our country during wartime — reflects those same values of commitment, resilience, and purpose. Together, these two institutions represent the very best of Toledo: a city built on hard work, shared values, and a deep responsibility to care for one another.

Share the legacy of service with other Toledoans during Toledo Jeep Fest (Aug. 1-3) in downtown Toledo.

Rev Up for the Toledo Jeep Fest Hype Bash at Yark Jeep!

Get ready, Jeep enthusiasts! The next Toledo Jeep® Fest Hype Bash is rolling into town on Saturday, June 7, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Yark Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat, located at 6019 W. Central Ave., Toledo, OH 43615.

This high-energy, family-friendly event (hosted by the Glass City Crawlers) is the perfect prelude to the main festival in August. Here’s what you can look forward to:

Yark Event Highlights
  • RTI Ramp & Balance Blocks: Test your Jeep’s articulation and balance on specialized equipment.
  • Vehicle Smashin’ Opportunities: Take part in or watch thrilling vehicle-smashing demonstrations.
  • New TJF Merchandise: Be among the first to purchase the latest Toledo Jeep Fest gear.
  • Bounce House: Fun for the kids with inflatable entertainment.
  • Entertainment & DJ: Enjoy live music and a DJ spinning tunes throughout the event.
  • Vendors: Explore a variety of local vendors offering Jeep-related products and services.
  • Food Trucks: Savor delicious offerings from a selection of food trucks.
  • Raffle Giveaways: Enter for a chance to win exciting prizes.

This event is free and open to the public, making it a fantastic outing for Jeep lovers and families alike. Download the event flyer!

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow Jeep enthusiasts and gear up for the main Toledo Jeep® Fest happening August 1–3 in downtown Toledo. For more details, visit ToledoJeepFest.com.

Don’t Miss the Merch: Toledo Jeep Fest Presale Store Now Open!

May 23, 2025

Every summer, Jeepers from across the country descend on Toledo — the heart and soul of Jeep country — for one wild, adventure-packed weekend. And every year, someone forgets the most critical part of their Toledo Jeep Fest experience …

The gear.

That perfect tee. That trail-ready tank. That hoodie that says “Yeah, I take the doors off.” Let us save you from future regret:

The Toledo Jeep Fest 2025 Online Presale Store is officially OPEN — but only until June 8!

What’s in the Store?

This isn’t your average pile of swag. We’re talking:

  • Tees that turn heads on trails and city streets
  • “Doors Off” tanks built for sun, mud, and pure freedom
  • Hoodies for post-ride chill mode
  • Summer Cruisin’ gear for you and your whole convoy
  • Toledo Jeep Fest-exclusive hats, tumblers, and more

It’s only available online — and only for a limited time.

Why Shop Now?
  1. Because this store closes faster than a soft top in a thunderstorm.
  2. Because you know your favorite size will sell out.
  3. Because walking into Toledo Jeep Fest without official gear is like driving without a spare.
  4. And mostly? . . . Because you’ll look good, feel great, and let everyone know you came ready to ride.
Important Details
  • Store Closes: June 8, 2025
  • Where to Shop: Online Pre-Sale Store
  • Ships directly to you before Toledo Jeep Fest
What the Jeepers Are Saying
  • “Merge onto the merch expressway before this exit’s gone.”
  • “This gear is built for dust, sweat, and style.”
  • “Buy now. Regret nothing.”
  • “Don’t be that person who missed the presale again.”
Let’s Ride.

You’re not just buying shirts — you’re gearing up for the ultimate Jeep celebration.
So grab yours now, rev up the group chat, and start counting down the days to Toledo Jeep Fest 2025.

Only online. Only until June 8. Hit the gas.

Go to Toledo Jeep Fest Pre-Sale Store Now