Tag: Downtown Toledo

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

October 6, 2025

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

August 13, 2025

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 enthusiasts – Epic 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

August 11, 2025

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

July 31, 2025

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

Fuel Up for Adventure with our Official Fuel Sponsor Circle K

July 24, 2025

Whether you’re heading off-road or just rolling into Toledo Jeep Fest, every Jeep journey starts the same way – by fueling up. At Circle K, we know that adventure doesn’t begin when you hit the trail. It starts the moment you fill your tank.

Circle K is proud to offer some of the best fuel prices around, so Jeepers can spend more time exploring and less time worrying about their wallet. While your Jeep’s fueling up, stock up on snacks, grab a Polar Pop to keep cool, and load up your cooler for the road ahead. Want to save even more on fuel and your favorite road trip essentials? Join the Inner Circle rewards program. It’s free, easy to use, and gives you access to member-exclusive savings on fuel, drinks, and more. Sign up for FREE today at www.circlek.com/inner-circle!

Whether you’re trail-bound or city cruising, Circle K is your pit stop for everything you need to go further. See you at Toledo Jeep Fest – adventure is calling!