Summer time is full of great things to do and there are many off-road events all across the country every weekend. When we herd about this event opportunity in Ohio, we had to share it. In this particular case the opportunity is Toledo Jeep Fest. This is a chance to see some of the best Jeeps and vendors in the world showcase as part of a huge community gathering spread over twenty blocks! This rare opportunity will be taking place in Toledo Ohio August 12th through the 14th. It is an international event. Participants have come from all over the United States, Canada, the Czech Republic, Mexico, the District of Columbia and New Zealand to witness and take part.
Try out your driving ability in your own Jeep during the Jeep Off Road Course Welcome Party!
The event founders are attempting to make Toledo Jeep Fest the largest Jeep-related event in the United States. At this point they are not far off, and this year could be the year. Read on to learn more about how you can become part of the party, and help Toledo set a new world record for the largest Jeep event in the U.S.
How To Register
So now that you have found out how epic this is going to be, you need to register. Before you throw a Google search into the old internet you might want to consider exactly what you want to register for. You see the Toledo Jeep Fest is not just a one trick pony. There is a virtual parade, all Jeep parade, exhibit at the Glass City Center, a park and shine, and camping downtown. You can even sign up for a four mile run. Not much of a runner? That is okay because you can shorten that up with a 1.2 mile walk as well. One you have considered exactly what you want to do you can visit Toledo Jeep Fest to get in the game.
Historic and unique Jeeps will be featured inside the newly renovated Glass City Convention Center.
Now What?
Once you are registered it is time to consider where you will stay. If you are one of the thousands of people who bought a roof top tent during the pandemic then you are in good hands here in Toledo. Lucas County Metro parks have turned one of the local downtown parks into a campground for the weekend. The sites are set up to accommodate both tents and overland vehicles, and are within walking distance of all of the festivities and restaurants. If camping is not your thing then you still have a chance to score a hotel in the area. Jeep Fest has partnered with several local hotels and you can access the list here.
The streets of Toledo will be lined with Jeeps all day Saturday August 13th. This event is free for spectators.
Time To Party
Toledo is hoping you like music because there is quite the line up planned. Justin Moore, Distant Cousinz, Amelia Airharts, Caveman, Sweet Tea Band, Athens Wheeler, The Villains, a guest DJ, and Barefoot Gypsies will all have show times. Not a music lover? Not a problem, there is something for everyone throughout the weekend.
All The Vendors
There is a designated area for the Vendor Midway. Look for all your favorite products along Jefferson, North St. Clair, and Summit streets. Additionally, there will be an indoor vendor area within the newly renovated Glass City Convention Center. Here is a short list of vendors that will be on vendor row this year.
The Row
- Affordable Offroad
- EZ 4X4
- MOPAR
- OMIX
- Katzkin
- Yokohama
- General Tire
- Maximus-3
- Iron Bear Customs
- Bestop
- Crawler Off Road
- Drop Zone Off Road
- BF Goodrich
- General Tire
- Unlimited Off Road
- 7 Slot Collectibles
- Dark Wave
- Wrangle Her
- Armorlite
- Jeep Life The App
- JKS Manufacturing
- Hell Traxx
- Bartact
- Mickey Thompson
- Bilstein
- Skyjacker
- Synergy MFG
- Diabolical Inc
- Empire Offroad
- DEI
- Rock Krawler
- Rock Rash Offroad
- Ragnarok MotorSports
Ready Right Now
You do not have to wait to get in on the fun. Starting July 29th you are invited to the upcoming Toledo Speedway Hype Bash. It runs from 6-9 PM and is hosted by the Glass City Crawlers. Toledo Speedway is located at 5639 Benore Road, Toledo, Ohio, 43612 and is your chance to run your Jeep on a real racetrack!
Do not worry if you can not get into town that early though. The day before good times are already planned. The Adams Street Invasion to help kick off Toledo Jeep Fest 2022 starts Thursday, August 11 from 6PM to 9PM The festivities will be on Adams Street between 12th Street and 16th Street. The parties start early and run late. Time to get to Toledo!
