In the coming month, there are a handful of travel-worthy events happening withing driving distance. You won't want to miss New Jersey's annual Gluten & Allergen Free Expo in early September. Look for us there too!
In the Garden State
Saturday-Sunday, Sept. 6-7: Gluten & Allergen Free Expo at the Meadowlands Exposition Center in Secaucus, Hudson County. Event runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days. Parking is free. Go to gfafexpo.com to purchase tickets and obtain additional information.
Monday-Tuesday, Oct. 27-28: Tri-State Food Expo at the Meadowlands Exposition Center. Catering to restaurant, retail and other food service industry professionals, it features some gluten-free vendors, as well as general demonstrations and information. Visit the expo's website for additional information and ticket purchases.
Near the Garden State
Saturday, Sept. 20: Celiac Awareness Night at Yankee Stadium, Bronx, N.Y. Take in the New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays with expanded gluten-free options, including hot dogs and sausages on gluten-free buns. Tickets are $35 per seat in sections 232A-234 with a portion of sales donated to the National Celiac Disease Society. Purchase tickets through the Gluten Free Calendar.
Wednesday, Sept. 24: Celiac Disease Foundation's 2nd Annual Golf Outing, New Hempstead, N.Y. Fund raiser for the non-profit organization at the New York Country Club, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Cost is $25 to attend the cocktail hour only and $200 for individual golfers. A foursome is $750, and various levels of sponsorship opportunities are available.Call 845-304-9957 or visit the CDF website for more information.
Road Trip
Saturday-Sunday, Aug.
23-24: Gluten Free Food Allergy Fest at the Indiana
State Fairgrounds’ Expo Hall in Indianapolis. Hosted by
Gluten Free & More magazine (formerly Living Without), the event runs 10
a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. It offers free samples of gluten-free,
allergy-friendly foods, as well as informative presentations by experts in the
gluten-free community. Admission is reasonably priced. Visit the event’s
website for more information.
Saturday-Sunday, Sept.
6-7: Gluten Free Food Allergy Fest in Portland,
Oregon. Hosted by Gluten Free
& More magazine (formerly Living Without), the event runs 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
both days. Visit the event’s website for more information.
Wednesday-Saturday, Sept. 17-20: Natural Products Expo East in Baltimore, Md. Held at the Baltimore Convention Center with more than 1,200 exhibiting businesses, including some representing the gluten-free food industry. Event includes vendor fair, education, workshops, tours and entertainment. Go to expoeast.com for tickets and additional information.
Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 25-26: Gluten & Allergen Free Expo in Springfield, Mass. with educational presentations, and products for sampling and purchase. Event runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days. Go to gfafexpo.com to purchase tickets and obtain additional information.
Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 15-16: Gluten & Allergen Free Expo in Dallas, Tx. with educational presentations, and products for sampling and purchase. Event runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days. Go to gfafexpo.com to purchase tickets and obtain additional information.
Saturday, Nov. 22: Food Allergy & Celiac Convention at Walt Disney World's Coronado Springs Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Starting at 9 a.m., the day includes breakfast, an expo area, workshops, samples, information and giveaways. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the door for adults; $5 for children. To to www.celebrateawareness.com to purchase tickets.
If you have a gluten-free event you'd like to have listed, please send details and contact information to gfgardenstate@gmail.com. #savetheceliacdate #2ndSundaySked
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