Gluten-Free & Allergen Friendly Fall Expo

Online & In-Person Grayslake, IL

October 14 & 15, 2023

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Buy tickets to attend The In-Person Illinois Expo!

Free Online Expo

Enter giveaways, find great deals and more!

In-Person Gluten-Free Expos Are BACK!

The Gluten-Free Expos are back in-person & online

What To Expect?

We still have an Online version of the Expo if you can't make it In-Person.
Classes will ONLY be Live and available at the Online Expo, but will be recorded to watch at your convenience.
If attending In-Person make sure to register for the FREE Online Expo to gain access to all the Online Only perks. Register HERE .
Enter Online giveaways to win fantastic prizes from our Exhibitors.
Play the Online Expo Trivia and take fun Quizzes to win even more prizes.
Attend LIVE Exhibitor Booth Events and Chat with your favorite brands and presenters during the Live Online Expo.
Get a FREE Swag Bag with your paid admission at the In-Person Expo.
Find new and different Exhibitors & Promotions at both the Online & In-Person Expos.
Look for different products and services from gluten-free brands at both the Online & In-Person Expos.
Have a safe environment to connect and communicate with others leading a gluten-free lifestyle at both the Online & In-Person Expos.

Event Details

GRAYSLAKE, IL

October 14 & 15, 2023

Lake County Fairgrounds Event Center

1060 East Peterson Road
Grayslake, IL 60030

There are NO concessions at this event. Please bring a water bottle. Water & Soda machines only.

In-Person Hours

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM CT on Saturday

10:00 AM - 3:00 PM CT on Sunday

Live Online Hours

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM ET on Saturday

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM ET on Sunday

In-Person Expo Tickets

Tickets are NOW On Sale

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Volunteers

October 14 & 15, 2023

Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM CT

Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM CT

Grayslake, IL

Lake County Fairgrounds Events Center

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October 14 & 15, 2023

Saturday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM CT

Sunday 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM CT

Grayslake, IL

Lake County Fairgrounds Events Center

Gluten-Free Expo Sponsors

Chomps

1111 Elm Soap & Candles

Enjoy Life Foods

Namaste Foods

Gluten-Free Expo Exhibitors

New Exhibitors added weekly! Please look at each Exhibitor to see if they will be In-Person & Online, Online Only or in the gift bags only.

Thinking about become coming an Exhibitor. Schedule a meeting to talk to Tina.

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Gift Bags

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Gluten-Free Expo Classes

Two-Day Event

Saturday - October 14, 2023

All class times are in Eastern Time (ET)

Sunday - November 7, 2021

All class times are in Eastern Time (ET)

Gluten-Free Expo Exhibitors

In-Person & Online

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Become an Exhibitor

Connect With Your Target Audience Both In-Person & Online

The Nourished Festival is back and in-person. What's better is not only will your brand have a local presence, you will also have reach to a national audience with your FREE online booth. Can't make the in-person expo? Join the online only portion. We have options to fit your brands needs.

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Gluten-Free Expo FAQs

What browser do you recommend to view the Online Expo?

We recommend using Chrome to navigate the online expo.
Disable any ad blockers, spyware, malware and firewalls.
Please do not use Safari or Internet Explorer as some functions may not be available to you.
When does the expo open and what are the hours?

The Fall Online Expo will go "live" at 10 AM ET on Saturday, October 14th and will end at 6 PM ET on Sunday, October 15th. Classes will be taking place during this time and you can "chat" with the presenters during their presentations. The show will remain online for one month after the live event.
The Fall In-Person Expo In Illinois is Saturday, October 14th from 10 AM - 4 PM CT and Sunday, October 15th from 10 AM - 3 PM CT at The Lake County Fairgrounds Event Center in Grayslake, IL.
Will all exhibitors be participating in both the online and the in-person expos?

Some exhibitors will only be attending the in-person expos and some will only be attending the online expos; but most will be participating in both. Stay up to date by checking each online expo website: https://nourishedfestival.nj23.showmetry.com/coming-soon & https://nourishedfestival.il23.showmetry.com/coming-soon
Do I need to register for the Online Expo?

Registration for the Online Expo is FREE! You only need to register if you want to watch a class, make purchases and take advantage of any show specials and giveaways.
What is the easiest way to navigate the Online Expo website?

There is a menu button at the top right corner of the home page. This will take you to the exhibitor booths, class sessions, and discounts/promotions pages. There is also a section on the home page with purple boxes that shows you all of the brand categories.
Will my email and contact information be shared with anyone if I register?

By registering, you are giving Nourished Festival permission to email you about new products and discounts you may find interesting. You may opt-out at any time. You are also giving the the Nourished Festival permission to share your contact information with the brands you speak to in a chat (please see below) or for any giveaways you enter.
What is "My Profile"?

Once you are logged in you have to ability to update your user profile. You can upload an image or logo, add in your social media links and change your password, but this is not mandatory. You can also register for class session once you have created an account and then access your schedule of classes and see who you are connected with all in your user profile. You can access your user profile in the top right of the website.
When are the "Giveaways" available?

Giveaways are only available during the hours of the the live event October 14th at 10 AM ET through October 15th at 6 PM ET.
When are the discounts and promotions available?

Promotions will be available when the Online Expo opens. Promotion end dates will be determined by each exhibitor separately.
How do I get the discount codes to buy products?

Click on the "Product Details & Offers" link on each product to see the promo code. Copy and paste it into the brand’s shopping cart at checkout. All brands are selling directly on their own websites and not on the festival site. Your show promotion discount will NOT automatically populate into your cart. You will need to copy and paste it.
How do I watch classes?

Go to the menu at the top right corner of the homepage and click on "Presentations & Booth Events." You can register for a class here or you can join an ongoing class.
What is the chat feature?

You can text chat directly with a brand if they are in their booth. If they are not in the booth you can leave a message. Access to the chat is in 2 places: top right corner of the home page & in a virtual booth under Who's In The Booth. If a representative from the brand is logged into their booth you will see them under "Who's In The Booth".
What is chat support?

We are here to answer any technical questions you have about logging in, navigating the site etc. Chat Support can be found in the lower right hand corner of the website during show hours. This chat is NOT to talk to a presenter or exhibitor.
How do I search for a product or brand?

You can search for a product by clicking the magnifying glass at the top of the home page and entering a search term. You may filter by allergen, product category, or price to narrow your search results. To search for a brand, select "Exhibitor Directory" from the website Menu. The Directory lists the exhibitors in alphabetical order. Simply click on an exhibitor name or image to visit the brand's festival booth.
How do I search by allergen or attribute?

You can search for a type of product by clicking the magnifying glass at the top of the home page and then entering a search term. On the left side of the search results page, you will see the ability to filter the results by allergen or attributes.
What happens when I sign up to receive a brand's newsletter?

Many of the exhibiting brands have a section on their page where you can elect to sign up to receive their e-newsletters. If you choose to do this, you are giving permission to that particular brand to send you their emails. You must reside in the United States to sign up for e-newsletters from brands.
Are all of the products gluten-free?

Yes, all products are gluten-free. Each brand will indicate if its products are certified gluten-free or tested to less than 20ppm. Brands will also indicate if their products are made in a dedicated gluten-free facility.
Is Closed Captioning Available?

Closed Captioning is available TWO ways

Option 1 - Google Chrome - Go to the three dots in the upper right hand corner > click settings towards the bottom > on the left click accessibility > then turn on live caption. Once this is on a box will pop up that you can move around your screen during a live or pre-recorded class.

Option 2 - Microsoft Windows 11 - To turn on live captions, do one of the following:
Turn on the Live captions toggle in the quick settings Accessibility flyout. (To open quick settings, select the battery, network, or volume icon on the taskbar.) OR Press Windows logo key + Ctrl + L.
Select Start > All apps > Accessibility > Live captions.
Go to Settings > Accessibility > Captions, and turn on the Live captions toggle.
When turned on the first time, live captions will prompt you to download live captions language files to be used by on-device speech recognition. "
Why are some of my favorite brands not at the expo?

We invite over 3,000 brands to attend the event. Those that chose to be part of the expo are very excited to meet with you! If you have a favorite brand that is not in attendance, reach out to them via social media so they can join us at the next online or in-person expo.
Can I still access the Online Expo after the show ends on Sunday?

You can continue to shop, watch recorded videos, and look at all of the booth information at any time after 10 AM ET on October 14th. The show will remain online for one month after the expo. The only difference is that the show will not be "live" meaning there will not be anyone to chat with to answer your questions.
What if I have an issue with a product or service I purchased?

Please reach out to that brand directly to try to resolve the issue. You will find their contact information on their expo page.
What if I want to exhibit or present at the next online Nourished Festival?

Click on www.nourishedfestival.com to see what opportunities are coming up or email tina@nourished.group.

Here What People Are Saying About The Gluten-Free Expo

“Great product. We love working with it!”

As virtual events begin to fill our calendars in response to COVID-19, I have seen many different host platforms. I am incredibly impressed with what the team at the Nourished Festival has created!

Claire | Hello Fresh

About the Organizer

The Gluten-Free Expo is hosted and organized by Showmetry, an online events company created by Jen Cafferty, the founder of the Nourished Festivals, the largest gluten-free consumer events across the United States. Showmetry strives to virtually connect consumers to the brands and services that improve and enhance their lives—both personally and professionally. As the country slowly opens up to in-person events, Showmetry offers a safe environment for customers, presenters, and exhibitors to learn, connect, and thrive.

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