The first Gluten-Free Food Allergy Fest in the Richmond area will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., August 26 and 27, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. The event will offer a weekend full of food, presenters and live cooking demonstrations, sponsored by Gluten-Free & More magazine. Attendees will receive a goodie bag full of giveaways and samples.

        The Gluten-Free Food Allergy Fest is a celebration for the gluten-sensitive community. The nationwide series has expanded to six cities throughout the U.S. There will be food tasting and education by a wide range of local and national exhibitors, and information about celiac disease, gluten sensitivity and the gluten-free diet.

Admission: one-day adult, $15; two-day adult, $25; one-day military and seniors, $12; children, $5; 5 and under, free. Location: 403 N. 3rd St., Richmond. For more information, visit GlutenFreeFoodAllergyFest.com.