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 November 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 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.
- Living with Celiac Disease Virtual Meet-Up — monthly, next sessions are on 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 Elementary Virtual Bingo — November 17th, 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Join other gluten-free kids just like you for an evening of questions, sharing stories, and hanging out and BINGO! Meet new friends, share experiences, ask questions, and have fun connecting with others who understand life with celiac disease. Come as you are and be ready for a fun night! Register here.
- ROCK Parent & Caregiver Meeting — monthly, next meeting is on 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.
- ROCK Middle School/High School Virtual Meeting — November 23rd, 6:30pm – 7:30pm. Join other gluten-free teens just like you for an evening of questions, sharing stories, and hanging out! Meet new friends, share experiences, ask questions, and have fun connecting with others who understand life with celiac disease. Registration is required. Register here.
- Cookie Cook-Along for “Kids” of All Ages — Join NCA for our next cook-along, where we will be making delicious cookies for any event or gathering (or even just for yourself!), with Jules Shepard from GF Jules. We look forward to having you join us for a night of fun for all ages! Attendees will receive ingredients/recipe information after registration. This event will be recorded for future viewing. Register here.
- Highlights of the International Celiac Disease Symposium: The Evolving Science of Celiac Disease — Join Jocelyn Silvester, MD, PhD, Farncombe Family Chair in Digestive Health Research at McMaster University, and Amelie Therrien, MD, Associate Director of Research, Celiac Center, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, as they highlight the latest breakthroughs, most exciting research, and promising advances in care for children and adults living with celiac disease, respectively. Melinda Dennis, MS, RD, LDN, Nutrition Coordinator, Celiac Center at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, will summarize innovations in the gluten-free diet and new developments for nutrition counseling. Nan Du, MD, MPH, gastroenterologist at Boston Children’s Hospital, will serve as moderator for the seminar. Chris Rich, executive director of the National Celiac Association, will open and close the webinar. Register here.
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 with Legerndary Guest Carlo Catassi— Dr. Carlo Catassi has studied celiac disease for more than 30 years, publishing groundbreaking studies on disease prevalence and thresholds for gluten. A few of his notable studies include prevalence studies in Saharawi and Brazilian populations; establishing a threshold of 20 ppm for gluten-free food; determining a process for diagnosing non-celiac gluten sensitivity; and mass screening Italian schoolchildren. Register to ask him your questions, and tune in live to hear the answer!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.
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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