Written by: Eric Strayer
Updated: 04/13/2026
There’s no better time to celebrate Toledo than 419 Day!
Every April 19, Northwest Ohioans celebrate their zip code by wearing their city swag, and being grateful for everything that makes our region special. But 419 Day isn’t just a date on the calendar, it’s a full weekend of can’t-miss events, live entertainment, local flavors, and community energy that stretches across the city.
419 Day Weekend Shop Hop
Celebrate 419 Day by exploring Downtown Toledo one storefront at a time. The 419 Day Weekend Shop Hop invites you to visit local boutiques, collect passport punches, and discover the small businesses that give the 419 its character. Complete your passport for a chance to win prizes, but the real reward is experiencing the energy of downtown and supporting local all weekend long.
Coffee Quest 419
Sip your way through Toledo’s thriving local coffee scene with Coffee Quest 419! Coffee Quest invites you to visit 29 local shops across the city, highlighting the people, craft, and community behind every cup. Earn prizes along the way, including a locally printed tee from Jupmode, and discover new favorite spots as you support the businesses that keep the 419 buzzing.
Toledo Zoo 419 Weekend Events
Spring is in full bloom at the Toledo Zoo, making it a perfect 419 Day weekend destination. Take in the stunning Orchid Show April 17-19, or enjoy special events throughout the weekend, including a wine tasting on April 17 and Blooms & Bubbly on April 18.
Toledo Walleye Regular Season Finale vs. Wheeling Nailers
Catch the Toledo Walleye as they close out the regular season against the Wheeling Nailers, a final tune-up before the Kelly Cup Playoffs begin. With postseason momentum on the line, expect a high-energy atmosphere and a crowd full of 419 pride.
Walleye Fishing Charter on the Glass City Pearl
Celebrate 419 Day by heading out onto Lake Erie, the Walleye Capital of the World, for a hands-on Toledo experience. This full-day charter with J&M Cruise Lines aboard the Glass City Pearl combines the thrill of fishing with the natural beauty of the region.
Culture Clash Records – Record Store Day & 419 Day Concert
Turn up the volume on 419 Day weekend at Culture Clash Records. Record Store Day on April 18 brings a full lineup of live music, local vendors, and crate-digging energy, followed by an eclectic mix of local acts for their 419 Day concert on April 19. It’s a weekend-long celebration of Toledo’s creative scene, where local music, art, and community come together in true Toledo fashion.
Mr. Libbey’s Birthday Celebration at the Libbey House
This free open house honors glass industry pioneer Edward Drummond Libbey and his lasting impact on the Glass City. Explore all three floors of the beautifully restored mansion, connect with Toledo’s rich arts and industrial history, and celebrate the man whose vision helped shape the city’s identity as the heart of American glassmaking, all right in the historic Old West End.
Bowlander Farm Spring Weekend Festival
Spring comes to life at Bowlander Farm with a family-friendly 419 Day weekend celebration full of hands-on fun and baby animal charm. From April 18–19, guests can meet fluffy chicks, ducklings, goats, and a new baby pig, plus snap warm weather photos with the Easter Bunny and Bunny Max.
Toledo Speedway 2026 Opening Day Classic
The engines fire up for the start of racing season at Toledo Speedway with the 2026 Opening Day Classic on April 18. Featuring the Turn One CRA Pro Series, Factory Stocks, Late Model Sportsman, and the return of the 350 Outlaw SuperModified Series, it’s a full night of high-speed action.
Toledo Spirits Company 419 Day Events
Raise a glass to 419 Day at Toledo Spirits Company, where the celebration blends brunch, bingo, and hands-on cocktail creativity. At Bellwether, Boozy Brunch Bingo brings craft cocktails and friendly competition together, while the Booze + Brews: 419 Ale Trail Cocktail Class highlights the art of mixing beer-inspired cocktails with local flavor.
419 Day at Inside the Five Fieldhouse
Spend 419 Day at Inside the Five Fieldhouse, where Toledo pride is on full pour. This all-day celebration brings together local beer, great food, and a relaxed community atmosphere in honor of the 419.
419 Day at Maumee Bay Brewing Company
Celebrate 419 Day at one of Toledo’s original craft beer destinations, Maumee Bay Brewing Company. A longtime staple of the city’s brewing scene, it’s the perfect place to raise a glass to Toledo’s legacy of craft beer and great times. Enjoy live music from Distant Cousinz in the Warehouse and soak in an afternoon built on decades of brewing tradition and unmistakable 419 energy.
The Four Hundred and Nineteen Podcast at Jupmode – 419 Day Live Recording
Toledo’s 419 Day energy comes to life with a live recording of The Four Hundred and Nineteen Podcast at Jupmode, capturing local stories, creativity, and community pride in real time at 4:19 PM. Guests can shop and customize exclusive 419 gear, enjoy food from Deet’s BBQ, and take part in family-friendly activities from PBS Kids and Metroparks Toledo, all while supporting WGTE Public Media.
