OctoberFARE
October 30–November 1, 2025, at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, in Washington, D.C.
About the Event
October 30–November 1, 2025
Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center in Washington, D.C.
FARE’s OctoberFARE gathering combined the annual Food Allergy Summit (October 31–November 1) with FARE Neighborhoods Day and Clinical Development Day, and featured a special Teal Pumpkin Project celebration on Halloween (October 31).
Participants and attendees included food allergy patients (kids, teens, and adults); food allergy families and caregivers; doctors, nurses, dietitians, psychologists, and therapists; community leaders and advocates; research scientists and practicing clinicians; and industry partners.
This year's Food Allergy Summit started on Friday, October 31, which could only mean one thing—trick-or-treating!
Families packed their costumes and came to Washington, D.C., to join in our Teal Pumpkin Halloween Bash. FARE had trick-or-treating as part of our FAREGrounds with lots of fun non-food treat options, plus candy! (And a friendly Switch Witch who helped kids swap between the two.)
More Details
FARE offered a top-9 allergen free menu for meals on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, and for snacks provided at evening socials. FARE trained on-site banquet staff, managers and food service staff on allergy aware food preparation, food handling, and food service practices. A detailed list of all ingredients was provided for all food items.
FARE also provided a hospitality suite during OctoberFARE that was open to all registrants. This included several refrigerators, microwaves, cutlery, plates, cleaning supplies, and paper towels to support those who chose to bring food.
OctoberFARE includes three exciting gatherings
Plus, local engagement and Halloween fun!
FARE Neighborhoods Day (Invitation Only)
Let’s ensure the best outcomes for all neighborhoods through building community support and partnership for food allergy! FARE Neighborhoods Day celebrates our ability to make positive progress and impact for individuals and families managing and preventing food allergy across differing cultures and nutritional needs, regardless of access levels. (By invitation only.)
Food Allergy Summit (Open Registration)
The Food Allergy Summit you know and love—a thrilling chance to learn, share resources, network, and have fun—plus a bustling FAREGrounds featuring a lively Halloween celebration! Summit offers a general session, breakouts, a teen track, and panels encompassing the full spectrum of experience and expertise related to food allergy. Build community through buffet meals and socials, with the change to rekindle friendships and make new ones. Everyone can register!
Clinical Development Day (Invitation Only)
By collaborating and sharing ideas, we can accelerate progress toward addressing the unmet needs of patients living with food allergy and improving their quality of life. Clinical Development Day presents insights and creates dialogues related to developing innovative therapeutics, diagnostics, and prevention strategies for food allergy. (By invitation only.)