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8th Annual 419 Music Fest Comes to Downtown Toledo with Free Live Music, Food, and Community Giving

TOLEDO, Ohio — July 17, 2026 — Mark your calendars for one of Northwest Ohio's biggest free music events! The 8th Annual 419 Music Fest, organized by the firefighters of Toledo Firefighters Local 92 and presented by J Bowen & Company, Premier Elevator & Lift, and Select Stone, comes to Promenade Park on Saturday, September 26, 2026, for an unforgettable day of live music, great food, and community impact.

From noon to 11 p.m., downtown Toledo's riverfront will come alive with a new band taking the stage every hour. Admission is free, making it the perfect event for families, music lovers, and anyone looking to enjoy a full day of entertainment along the Maumee River.

This year's lineup features an exciting mix of local and regional talent, including Red Wanting Blue, Whiskey Gypsy, Distant Cousinz, Venyx, Piggyback Jones featuring Calysta Bevier, North of Nashville, 2 Left Missing, Noisy Neighbors, Leadfoot Granny, and Beef Carvers.

In addition to live music, festivalgoers can enjoy a wide variety of local food and beverages, including barbecue, smash burgers, funnel cakes, fresh-squeezed lemonade, sweet frozen treats, beer, and more throughout the day.

While the music draws the crowds, the mission behind the festival is what makes it truly special. The 419 Music Fest is a fundraiser benefiting Toledo Fire Department Charities, helping firefighters give back to the communities they proudly serve. Throughout the year, Toledo firefighters support individuals and families facing unexpected hardships, assist local charitable initiatives, and provide resources where they're needed most. Proceeds from the festival help continue those efforts, allowing the department to make a lasting difference both on and off duty.

"419 Music Fest is more than just a concert—it's an opportunity for our community to come together for a great cause," said Event Director Todd Boatfield. "Every person who attends, volunteers, sponsors, or donates helps us continue supporting charitable programs that positively impact people throughout our community. We invite everyone to spend the day with us enjoying incredible music while making a meaningful difference."

The festival will also feature local vendors, community partners, and opportunities throughout the day for attendees to learn more about Toledo Fire Department Charities and contribute to its mission. Whether you're coming for the local music, the food, the riverfront atmosphere, or to support a worthy cause, the 8th Annual 419 Music Fest promises something for everyone.

For event updates, band announcements, sponsorship opportunities, volunteer information, and more, follow @419musicfest on Facebook or visit 419musicfest.com.

Event Details: 8th Annual 419 Music Fest
When: Saturday, September 26, 2026 | Noon–11:00 p.m.
Where: Promenade Park, Downtown Toledo
Band Lineup

• 12PM Whiskey Gypsy
• 1PM Distant Cousinz
• 2PM Venyx
• 3PM Piggyback Jones featuring Calysta Bevier
• 4PM North of Nashville
• 5PM 2 Left Missing
• 6PM Noisy Neighbors
• 7PM Leadfoot Granny
• 8PM Beef Carvers
• 9PM Red Wanting Blue

Media Contact:
Dan Evans
devans@iaff92.org

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