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The 21st annual Veg Fest, hosted by the Maine Animal Coalition, is slated for Oct. 24 at the East End Community School in Portland.

The free event allows attendees to learn about vegan lifestyles through food vendors, educational exhibits and featured speakers.

Speakers at the upcoming Veg Fest include Calvin University philosophy professor Matthew C. Halteman, delivering a talk titled, “Hungry Beautiful Animals: The Joyful Case for Going Vegan.”

Amanda Cardella, a Topsham-based doctor of osteopathic medicine, will speak on the subject of “Visceral Fat, Fiber, GLP-1 Medications: What’s the Plant-Based connection?” Tim Holland, founder of Midcoast Vegan in Brunswick, will discuss “The Joy of Vegan Cheese and Meat Making.”

Thirteen vendors and exhibitors will be at the event, including Tootie’s Tempeh, Hi Bombay, Sweet Pea’s Plant Powered Meals & More, and Mad Flavor plant-based charcuterie and cheeses.

The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, visit mainevegfest.com.