This Friday, November 13th, the Perrysburg Rotary Club welcomes Whitney Rofkar, Event & Development Director of Toledo Jeep Fest, for a look behind the scenes at one of Northwest Ohio's most celebrated community events!
Celebrating Jeep's 85-year legacy in Toledo, the 2026 Toledo Jeep Fest welcomed more than 100,000 attendees from 48 states and around the world, generating over $8.3 million in economic activity. With more than 1,500 Jeeps participating in the downtown parade and hundreds of volunteers helping bring the celebration to life, the festival continues to showcase the power of community partnerships, regional pride, and tourism.
Whitney will share highlights from the successful 2026 celebration, discuss the festival's economic and community impact, and offer a preview of what's ahead for Toledo Jeep Fest 2027, scheduled for August 6–8th.
In addition to her leadership with Toledo Jeep Fest, Whitney serves as Vice President of PR & Event Management at Thread Connected Marketing and was appointed to the Destination Toledo Convention & Visitors Bureau Board of Directors in 2024. Her experience in event management, marketing, and regional tourism brings a valuable perspective on how major community events strengthen Northwest Ohio.
Join us for an engaging conversation about the people, partnerships, and passion behind Toledo Jeep Fest and how a celebration rooted in local history continues to create lasting impact throughout our region.