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Toledo JeepFest organizers say 1,400 jeeps, $8.3 million economic impact boosted downtown

Lucas County Board of Commissioners · September 30, 2025
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Organizers told Lucas County commissioners that Toledo JeepFest drew visitors from more than 40 states and several countries, filled hotels and produced an estimated $8.3 million in local economic impact, with 1,400 vehicles in the parade and roughly 30,000 parade spectators.

Whitney Rofkar, a Toledo JeepFest organizer, told Lucas County commissioners the event drew people from more than 40 states and several countries and helped “shine a bright light on our city.” She said about 1,400 jeeps rolled in the parade and roughly 30,000 people watched the parade over two hours.

Mark (Destination Toledo) said the festival generated an estimated $8.3…

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