Event Recap: Annual Hoya Harvest Garden
On October 17, the Regent’s Hall patio came alive with pumpkins, music, and community for Georgetown’s annual Hoya Harvest Festival, hosted by the Earth Commons in partnership with the Georgetown Program Board. This year’s festival was bigger than ever—a lively celebration of fall, community, and sustainability that brought together students, families, faculty and staff from across GU community.
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From pumpkin carving and painting to live performances, seasonal treats, and interactive sustainability booths, the festival showcased how Hoyas are taking action for the planet while having fun together. The Hoya Harvest Garden, which integrates farming spaces into campus life and supports sustainable food systems, provided a fitting setting for the day’s activities.
Visitors enjoyed music from Kicking Cans, The Capitol Gs, and GU Phantoms, and took part in garden activities like planting, harvesting, and tasting fresh produce. The festival also featured engaging activities from student clubs and university departments across Georgetown, including:
GREEN (Georgetown Renewable Energy and Environmental Network) – Sustainability trivia with snacks and succulent prizes.
Food Recovery Network – A food waste sorting game and recycling challenge to reduce waste and raise awareness.
REUSE Georgetown – A pop-up shop promoting circular fashion, accessibility, and sustainable living.
Outdoor Education – Garden exploration, local hike information, and binocular viewing of the urban landscape.
Planning & Facilities Management – “Spin the Wheel” trivia and energy-efficiency tips with sustainability swag as part of their #EnergizeGU campaign.
Office of Sustainability – Updates on campus energy and sustainability projects.
BS in Environment & Sustainability – Information and giveaways about Georgetown’s undergraduate environmental degree.
MS in Environment & International Affairs – Graduate program information and materials.
Hoya Hub (Center for Social Justice) – Resources and flyers on addressing food insecurity and promoting community well-being.
As the sun set over the garden, the festival embodied what the Earth Commons is all about: learning by doing, celebrating community, and caring for our Common Home. With growing crowds, more partners, and an ever-expanding garden, the Hoya Harvest Festival continues to blossom into one of Georgetown’s favorite fall traditions.