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Registration is Open for 2026 TJF Events!

Toledo Jeep Fest event registration is now open for all 2026 events! Beginning today you can register for the All-Jeep Parade, Park-N-Shine and Indoor Exhibit for our Aug. 7-9 event. Toledo Jeep Fest is a free and family-friendly festival that includes a Vendor Midway, Jeep exhibits, food, entertainment and Kids Zone, but if you want to show off your Jeep we have these paid events.

Jeep Events: Parade, Shine or Exhibit

Our awesome All-Jeep Parade will be Saturday, Aug. 8 in downtown Toledo. The cost is $55 to enter the All-Jeep Parade. This includes a gift bag and one free T-Shirt, which is exclusive to event registrants. Don’t delay because prices will go up after July 4. We are improving our Owens Corning staging area every year with entertainment, food and beverage vendors so that you can get in early and tailgate before the parade actually kicks off.

If you would rather watch the parade, hit the Vendor Midway early or just tailgate, then you can enter the Park-N-Shine on Saturday, Aug. 8 in downtown Toledo. The cost is $45 to enter the Park-N-Shine. This includes a gift bag and one free T-Shirt, which is exclusive to event registrants and not for public sale. Don’t delay because prices will go up after July 4. Remember that the Park-N-Shine and the All-Jeep Parade stage at the same time so you don’t want to register for both these events.

Do you have a rare, historic or concept Jeep? You might want to register for the Indoor Exhibit in the Glass City Center, which runs from Aug. 7-9. The cost is $45 to enter the Indoor Exhibit. This includes a gift bag and one free T-Shirt, which is exclusive to event registrants. Don’t delay because prices will go up (to $50) after July 4. These Jeeps are approved by our Indoor Exhibit team. If you register and your Jeep does not qualify, we will suggest moving you to the All-Jeep Parade or Park-N-Shine.

Event Registration FAQ

Ticket Transfers: Did you register and then change your plans? We will be happy to transfer your event registration to a friend or other Jeep owner. Beware of people “selling” Jeep parade tickets online or on Facebook. Connect with [email protected] so that we can safely and securely amend your registration.

Year/Model: Why do we ask for the Year and Model of your Jeep? We want to know what Jeep you’re driving so that vendors, sponsors and organizers can better service and speak to your needs. If you register and then get a new Jeep – no worries – your event registration is for the Jeep owner/driver and is still valid.  

Jeep Groups: Want to register for an event and then roll with your friends? Indicate a Jeep Group when registering (for example, you could list: Glass City Crawlers, Henderson Family, Owens Corning Employee Group, Mid-Michigan Jeep Group, etc.), and we will stage you with your friends. Last minute addition? Meet near downtown Toledo prior to entering the staging area and then enter the staging area with your buddies.

Scan Codes: When you register for any of these events our TicketSignup system will produce a ticket receipt with details as well as a scan code. The scan code will allow that Jeep owner to enter the event. The same scan code is also used to redeem your T-shirt later at the Glass City Center. The T-Shirt/Gift Bag area is open all three days of TJF weekend so you can redeem your gear before the event if you wish. You can have the scan code open on your mobile device or you can have a printout of the scan code. Both work!

Tickets Per Jeep: Do I need to buy tickets for everyone in my Jeep? No. One Ticket = One Jeep. You may have as many people and animals as will safely fit in your Jeep. You only get one free T-shirt per registration, but you can buy as many additional T-shirts as you want during the registration process. These are not available for public sale; they are only available for purchase when you buy your Jeep event ticket. Don’t delay because prices will go up after July 4.

Have Fun!

Looking forward to helping you make new Jeep memories during August 7-9! Be respectful, helpful and courteous to your fellow Jeepers in the staging areas and on the Jeep parade route. Keep the music, banter and displays at a reasonable volume for all participants and spectators including our Senior and Junior Jeepers.

Fueling Hope: Toledo Jeep Fest and Columbia Gas Team Up to Fight Childhood Hunger

A powerful partnership continues to uplift northwest Ohio kids during Hunger Action Month

Columbia Gas of Ohio, Toledo Jeep Fest, and Connecting Kids to Meals have come together once again to support children facing food insecurity in northwest Ohio. This inspiring collaboration marks another milestone in a multi-year partnership that blends compassion, celebration, and commitment to local youth in Northwest Ohio.

In honor of Hunger Action Month—and to celebrate the energy and excitement of Toledo Jeep Fest—volunteers from all three organizations gathered at Columbia Gas’ Toledo office. Together, the teams packed nutritious meals, created cheerful cards for students, and helped Connecting Kids to Meals prep to serve children across the region.

Since 2002, Connecting Kids to Meals has delivered more than 8 million meals to children in Lucas, Wood, Hancock, and Seneca counties. This partnership not only strengthens Columbia Gas’ mission to be a trusted energy partner but also amplifies Toledo Jeep Fest’s dedication to showcasing the city’s vibrant culture and generous spirit.

Toledo Jeep Fest will be held on August 7-9 in 2026.

Connecting Kids to Meals serves meals at no cost to kids ages 18 and under all around the community. Reach out to volunteer or donate to this worthy organization.

Jeep Fest 2025 celebrates Toledo Jeep icon Bruce Baumhower

Former UAW Local 12 President and Co-Founder of the Toledo Jeep Fest – Bruce Baumhower – was brought to center stage during this year’s downtown event.

Awarded proclamations from the county commissioners, Toledo City Council and even a message from Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz, naming August 5th 2025 officially as Bruce Baumhower Day.

Video and more detail at 13abc.

More from 13abc

Jeep Fest kickoff and History were also covered by 13abc.

WTOL

Event Director Whitney Rofkar joined WTOL‘s Good Day to set up 2025 Toledo Jeep Fest – an annual free festival celebrating northwest Ohio’s workforce with fun events and a parade.

WTOL shared Day Two coverage of the annual Toledo Jeep Fest on Saturday, Aug. 2, drawing thousands of visitors from across the country to celebrate the city’s Jeep heritage with food, festivities and fellowship.

WTOL: Downtown Toledo was buzzing with excitement as Jeep enthusiasts from across the country arrived for Toledo Jeep Fest, celebrating the city’s deep ties to the iconic SUV brand.

The Blade

The Blade tracked our overlanding enthusiastsEpic Willys Adventure.

A weekend of fun: The Blade details Toledo jeep Fest No. 8.

The Blade: Dogs and Jeeps / Jeeps and Dogs – Details on the inaugural Paws Playzone.

The Blade: Photo Gallery of the All-Jeep Parade.

Overland Skills Area Continues Growth

East Coast Overland Adventures lead Dean Shirley returned again to showcase and share overlanding skills at the Glass City Center during Toledo Jeep Fest.

The “Off-Road and Overland Skills Area” showcased a mix of overland vehicles as well as a number of off-road and overland themed workshops. Shirley also spoke on the main stage in our Speakers Series.

Read a summary of Shirley’s great efforts during TJF 2025 in his great blog post at eastcoastoverlandadventures.com.

Editorial: Iconic Brand Lifts City

Toledo Jeep Fest “reminds us of the iconic status of the Jeep and it expresses our pride in being the community that makes it.”

Those words came from the editorial pages of today’s Blade, but on the weekend of Jeep Fest, it seems like they are on the lips of everyone in our region. The heart of Jeep beats here. If you haven’t already, make plans to come down this weekend and experience what all the excitement is about.  There are activities where you can learn about Jeep’s history and see firsthand the passion of Jeep enthusiasts. It’s a story that couldn’t have been told anywhere else.

More information at toledojeepfest.com