Rooting DC 2026

Rooting DC is an annual, free, all-day event that provides education and community building around urban agriculture and food systems, with the goal of cultivating personal, community, and environmental wellbeing.
It is the District’s central meeting ground for land stewards and garden lovers to strengthen their connection with crops and community in the nation’s capital. The Rooting DC program includes interactive workshops on crop production, food preparation/preservation/waste-prevention, and agroecology as a source of education and art. The event also hosts an exhibitor hall of local businesses, non-profits, and government entities from across the metropolitan region.
The event was first held in 2007 as a small gathering of about 150 urban gardeners and has grown into a perennial gathering, attracting several hundred attendees each year.

As the Exhibitor and Food Truck Coordinator, I was responsible for planning and executing Rooting DC 2026 exhibitor hall and food truck service. Operating both independently and with the Event Lead to ensure a successful exhibitor hall and food truck service.

General Responsibilities:
● Collaborate with the Event Lead to plan and execute Rooting DC 2026 exhibit hall and food service
● Carry-out weekly independent work to fulfill role requirements
● Attend all planning meetings including post-event debrief
● Review all print material for the event
● Attend and act as point-of-contact for event exhibitors and food trucks ahead of and during the event