Coeliac Day Run: A global movement for awareness and support
Event date 11 May 2026 – 17 May 2026
Location Run, walk or cycle where you live.
The Association of European Coeliac Societies (AOECS) invites people across Europe and beyond to take part in the Coeliac Day Run 2026, a virtual event taking place from 11 to 17 May 2026.
Open to everyone, the event encourages participants to walk, run or cycle wherever they are, while raising awareness of coeliac disease and supporting those in urgent need.
Move for a cause that matters
This year, funds raised through the Coeliac Day Run will support AOECS emergency initiatives, helping to provide access to safe gluten-free food for people with coeliac disease affected by ongoing crises, including in Ukraine and Gaza.
For people living with coeliac disease, access to gluten-free food is not a lifestyle choice but a medical necessity. In humanitarian emergencies, this need is often overlooked, putting already vulnerable individuals at serious risk.
“Through the Coeliac Day Run, we are not only raising awareness but also providing tangible support to people with coeliac disease in crises. Together, we can make a real difference,” says Veronica Rubio, Secretary General AOECS
How the virtual run works
The Coeliac Day Run is a virtual event, meaning participants can join from anywhere in the world.
- Walk, run or cycle at your own pace
- Choose a distance of 3 km or 10 km
- Complete your activity between 11–17 May 2026
- Participation fee: €10 (or local equivalent)
Whether you take part alone, with friends or as a company, every step helps raise awareness and support the coeliac community.
Join and share the movement
Participants are encouraged to share their experience on social media using the hashtag #together4coeliacs, helping to raise awareness and inspire others to join.
