Living gluten-free doesn’t mean navigating it alone. National celiac and gluten-free advocacy organizations run a steady stream of webinars, support meetups, fundraisers, and in-person gatherings all year long — many of them free and open to anyone, no matter where you live. Here’s a roundup of what’s coming up from the biggest organizations. Bookmark the calendar links below, since new dates get added monthly.
Roundup current as of October 2026. Always confirm times and registration details on the organization’s own event page.
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Celiac Disease Foundation (CDF)
Full calendar: celiac.org/get-involved/events
CDF runs one of the most active and reliably updated events calendars of the national groups, with a strong mix of free webinars, advocacy days, and support meetups — nearly all virtual.
- School Support Sessions — monthly, next on November 3rd at 12:30pm, then December 2nd at 3:30pm. An expert walks through 504 plans, federal disability law, and getting school accommodations for kids with celiac disease. Register here.
- Foundations of Celiac Disease education series — CDF’s free, multi-session series for anyone navigating a new or ongoing celiac diagnosis. Upcoming sessions include:
- Part 3: Follow-Up Care for Celiac Disease — October 22nd at 1pm
- Part 4: Optimizing Nutrition on a Gluten-Free Diet — October 29th at 1pm
- Part 5: Psychosocial Aspects of Celiac Disease — November 5th at 1pm
- Register here.
- Living with Celiac Disease Virtual Meet-Up — monthly, next sessions are on October 15th at 1pm, November 19th at 1pm, and December 17th at 1pm. An open, expert-guided peer support session. Register here.
- The Missing Ingredient: How to Get Enough Fiber on a Gluten-Free Plate — December 1, 2026. Experts will cover the impact of low-fiber intake, and provide strategies to meet daily fiber goals. Register here.
National Celiac Association (NCA)/Raising Our Celiac Kids (ROCK)
Full calendar: https://nationalceliac.org/nca-events/
NCA and ROCK frequently host educational webinars alongside a dedicated array of recurring virtual support meetings to keep you connected year-round.
- Virtual monthly support group: Living Gluten-Free — second Tuesday of each month, 7–8 pm ET, open conversation for anyone regardless of chapter affiliation. Register for an upcoming meeting here.
- NCA Young Adults with Celiac Disease — third Tuesday of each month, 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Looking for a place to connect with other young adults just like you? Look no further! Co-hosted by several young adult community leaders throughout the nation, the NCA Tennessee Chapter offers this peer-to-peer support network designed to help young adults (18+) with celiac disease and other gluten-related conditions to connect, share experiences, and support one another. Register here.
- ROCK Middle School/High School Virtual Halloween Hang Out — October 20th, 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Grab your favorite Halloween snack, throw on your favorite costume or Halloween-themed outfit, and join us for a fun virtual hangout with other gluten-free teens! We’ll play games, chat, laugh, and just hang out together. Costumes are encouraged but definitely not required! Come hang out, have some fun! Register here.
- Ask the Experts, Live! Coffee Talk with a Registered Dietitian — October 22nd, 7pm – 8pm. In a relaxed and informative setting, Renee Euler, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Advisory Board Member to NCA, will share her expert opinions and real-world guidance on nutrition-related topics relevant to people with celiac disease and other gluten-related conditions. Register here.
- ROCK Elementary Virtual Halloween Party — October 27th, 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Join us for a fun night of pumpkin decorating, trivia and fun! Wear your costumes and be ready for some fun. Register here.
- ROCK Parent & Caregiver Meeting — monthly, next meetings are on October 28th from 6:15pm – 7:15pm and November 19th from 1pm – 2pm. Calling all parents and caregivers of kids and teens with celiac disease or another gluten-related condition. The NCA Tennessee Chapter invites you to register for their peer-to-peer support group geared towards helping you connect with other parents and caregivers. This monthly virtual support group welcomes caregivers to login from anywhere around the nation. If you have questions, please contact Stephanie Chelton – ROCK Coordinator – NCA Tennessee at stephanie@nationalceliac.org. Registration is required. Register here.
- “All Things Celiac” webinar series, co-hosted with the Harvard Medical School Celiac Education & Research Program — periodic expert-led sessions; recordings posted on NCA’s webinars page.
Beyond Celiac
Full calendar: beyondceliac.org/get-involved/upcoming
Beyond Celiac focuses heavily on scientific advancement and reaching a cure. Their programming highlights clinical trial insights, local community meetups, and direct access to researchers.
- Town Hall: Chatting with Adina about Advocating for Allergen Labeling on Medications — October 20th at 6pm. A conversation with Adina Togal, the voice behind the ADINA Act, which would require allergen labels on medications in the United States, about transforming life experience into action. Learn more and register here.
Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG)
Full news/events page: gluten.org/news-events
Widely recognized for their food safety certification programs, GIG provides community outreach events ranging from youth-focused programs to specialized health webinars.
- October Cooking Series — October 26th, 27th, & 28th, 12pm – 1pm. Join us for a three-day gluten-free cooking series featuring three chefs from the celiac and gluten-free community. Each day on the 26th, 27th, and 28th, a different guest brings their own recipe to the kitchen. Learn more and register here.
FARE (Food Allergy Research & Education)
FARE isn’t celiac-specific, but as the largest food allergy organization in the US, its programming often overlaps with gluten-free living — helpful if you are managing celiac disease alongside other food allergies.
Full calendar: https://www.foodallergy.org/our-initiatives/education-programs-training/fare-webinars
Celiac Cruise
Not a nonprofit, but a well-known name in the community: fully gluten-free cruise sailings run in partnership with Royal Caribbean, Oceania Cruises, and AmaWaterways, with a dedicated GF galley, dining room, and onboard programming.
Celiac Cruise also partners with the Celiac Disease Foundation onboard to support food-insecurity work.
All sailings: celiaccruise.com
International Celiac Disease Symposium
International Society for the Study of Celiac Disease (ISSCD) hosts a biennial professional/patient hybrid symposium bringing together researchers, clinicians, and junior investigators from around the world.
International Celiac Disease Symposium — Melbourne, Australia – November 17–20, 2026.
Stay Connected, Stay Empowered
These events are a great way to learn something new, meet others who understand the gluten‑free lifestyle, and stay informed about research and advocacy. If you attend any of these sessions, we’d love to hear what you learned so we can share it with the group.
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Families, teens, and adults affected by celiac disease are invited to attend a full-day conference focused on living well with a gluten-free lifestyle.
Hosted at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, this event brings together healthcare professionals, dietitians, and special guest speakers to share the latest insights on:
Celiac disease
Nutrition & treatment advances
Practical tips for everyday life
A gluten-free lunch, food demos, and a variety of helpful resources will be available throughout the day.”
