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Jeep Weekend 2025 Ends with 275 Arrests and 42 Firearms Seized Under Strict New Rules

Galveston County's unprecedented enforcement plan, featuring 520 officers and tight regulations, led to reduced attendance and mixed reactions from the community.

Partygoers enjoy a ride in a pickup during Jeep Weekend in 2020.
Jeep Weekend started as a small weekend event for Jeep lovers in Crystal Beach but has grown to a large gathering of hundreds of vehicles including Jeeps, UTV's, 4-wheelers and more on the beach. 
Jeep Weekend in May 2020
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Overview

  • The Galveston County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the Texas General Land Office and 14 agencies, deployed 520 officers to enforce new safety measures for Jeep Weekend 2025.
  • Strict rules prohibited parking, off-road vehicles, mass gatherings, and bonfires on the designated 6.25-mile beach zone, with a 15 mph speed limit and driver's license requirements for drivers.
  • The six-day operation resulted in 275 arrests and the recovery of 42 firearms, with law enforcement beginning to withdraw as the event concluded on May 18.
  • Attendance was notably lower than in previous years, with businesses reporting reduced revenues attributed to the heightened police presence and restrictions.
  • Homeowners donated 122 properties, valued at approximately $62,000, to house law enforcement during the event, reflecting significant community support for the safety initiative.