Kennesaw State University is bringing fall festivities to Campus Green on Tuesday, October 13, with the Third Annual Hooty Harvest, an evening of seasonal activities, food and live student entertainment.

The gathering runs from 5 to 8 p.m. at Campus Green, 565 Cobb Avenue NW in Kennesaw, giving the university community a chance to unwind together as the autumn semester continues.

Students, faculty, staff, alumni and their families are invited, making the celebration more than a typical student-only campus program.

What to expect at Hooty Harvest

The festival's planned activities include a pumpkin smash, arts and crafts, games, caricatures, face painting, airbrush tattoos and photo booths.

That variety gives visitors several ways to participate, whether they want a hands-on craft, a quick photo with friends or an activity that captures the playful side of fall.

Rather than centering the evening on a single attraction, Hooty Harvest brings together small experiences that people can enjoy at their own pace.

Food trucks will also be on site, with food available for purchase, so attendees who want dinner or a snack should plan to bring a payment method.

Organizers have not listed a single fixed menu, and individual food truck offerings may vary.

Battle of the Bands finale adds live music

One of the evening's major draws is the Battle of the Bands Finale, which invites the crowd to cheer on performers as they take the stage.

The competition adds a live-music centerpiece to an event otherwise filled with roaming activities and casual socializing.

For students, it is an opportunity to support fellow performers; for visiting family members and alumni, it offers a glimpse of the creative energy on campus.

Visitors interested in the performances may want to allow time for both the music and the festival activities rather than arriving just before the end.

A fall gathering for the KSU community

The event is organized through the university's Student Affairs and Student Activities programming and is designed to bring different parts of the campus community together.

Fall festivals can be especially welcoming for people who are still building connections, because the games and activity stations provide easy ways to start conversations.

Families visiting campus can also share in the seasonal atmosphere without needing to follow a formal program for the entire evening.

The university's invitation explicitly includes alumni and families alongside current students and employees.

Before you go

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Campus Green on the Kennesaw campus.

The listed event location is 565 Cobb Avenue NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144; visitors should check campus maps and parking guidance before traveling.

Because food truck purchases are separate from the festival activities, budget accordingly if you plan to eat on site.

Organizers have not specified prices for individual food vendors, and the public event listing does not provide a detailed performance timetable.

Check the current university event listing before leaving for any schedule changes or updated participation details.

Whether you are returning to campus as an alum, spending time with family or meeting friends after class, Hooty Harvest offers a lively midweek way to welcome autumn in Kennesaw.