Campus and community members are invited to celebrate and spend the evening on the Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Student Farm sampling farm-fresh foods, making crafts, and engaging with our student farmers. Join us on Thursday, September 17 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. for a fun-filled evening! The event is free and open to the public. 

Food samples will be provided throughout the evening by a diversity of local chefs and caterers, including Housing and Food Services at Penn State, Taproot Kitchen, State College Area High School, and Paul’s Provisions. Try tasty dishes and samples made with seasonal vegetables straight from the farm. 

Guests will also have the opportunity to make sun prints, plant their own succulent (free for Penn State students; $5 for all other guests), enjoy a petting zoo and participate in other farm-themed activities. A new highlight this year will be short cooking demonstrations led by chef Lorinda John, who first visited the Penn State campus in fall 2025 for a series of events. With more than 20 activity stations throughout the farm, there will be something fun to explore for everyone. Guests can also learn about our plans for a new multi-purpose facility on the farm that will transform the types of educational experiences the farm can provide to the community. 

We strongly encourage guests to use sustainable transportation options to get to the farm, which is located at the intersection of Big Hollow Rd. and Fox Hollow Rd.  

• Free event buses will run continuously between the Berkey Creamery bus pull-off on Curtin Rd. and the Ross Student Farm from 4:15-7:45 p.m. Students, faculty, staff, families and community members are all encouraged to utilize these event buses to get to Harvest Fest.  

• A SPIN bike docking area is conveniently located next to the main entry gate to the farm, for any SPIN bike users. 

• Attendees can reach the farm using CATA buses H route, or a personal bike. 
• There will also be limited parking in the paved lot next to the farm. All parking for the event requires either any level of Penn State permit or pay by app at the posted rate. 

Student Farm Club merchandise purchases, succulent fees and any other payments can be made with cash, check or Venmo. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes and use sun protection throughout the event! 

The event will be held rain or shine; in the case of potential thunderstorms please visit the Student Farm Facebook and Instagram pages for up-to-date information. If you have any questions about Harvest Fest, please contact us via email at: studentfarm@psu.edu