National Cancer Survivors Day® is Sunday, June 2!
On National Cancer Survivors Day® – Sunday, June 2, 2024 – people around the world will unite to recognize cancer survivors, raise awareness of the ongoing challenges cancer survivors face, and – most importantly – celebrate life.
Check out some of the creative ways these organizations hosting registered National Cancer Survivors Day® events are bringing their communities together for NCSD 2024:
Honoring Cancer Survivors – Corvallis, OR, and Newport, OR
Anyone touched by cancer is invited to join this event in Corvallis, OR, and Newport, OR. Guests will enjoy good food, an arts activity, community cancer resources, talks from Samaritan’s cancer care team and cancer survivors, and more. Advance registration is encouraged here.
Savor the Sweet Life – Douglasville, GA
In Douglasville, GA, survivors are invited for music, games, fun, and an ice cream social to celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day. Learn more about this event here.
Take You Out to the Ball Game! – Syracuse, NY
In Syracuse, NY, on Saturday, June 1st, Upstate Cancer Center wants to take you out to the ballgame at NBT Bank Stadium with the Syracuse Mets! Cancer survivors of all ages are invited to join for an evening of baseball, treats & entertainment. The event is free for cancer survivors and up to two guests. Post-game fireworks to follow. See more here.
Wonderland Tea Party – Las Cruces, NM
On Saturday, June 1st, in Las Cruces, NM, join Memorial Medical Center for a tea party, featuring games, prizes, refreshments, entertainment, and lots of fun. Don’t be late … for a very important date! See more details here.
Paulette’s C of Hope – Freehold, NJ
For over a decade, Paulette Stallone has hosted an annual cancer awareness and fundraising event to pay it forward to the place she credits for saving her life when she was diagnosed with stage IV colorectal cancer. In Freehold, NJ, join the 15th year to take part in the 1-mile walk, food trucks, lawn games, vendor area, auctions, raffles, and more! Learn more about this May 19th event here.
Give Cancer the Boot! – Lafayette, IN
In Lafayette, IN, Fit4Ever Health and Wellness is holding a country-western themed event to honor the resilience of cancer survivors. Explore informative booths, listen to inspiring survivor stories, and glean practical tips from those who’ve conquered cancer. Delight in uplifting speeches that pay homage to the strength of the human spirit, and enjoy a light lunch to refuel your energy. Check out their June 6th event here.
Join Hands in the Fight Against Cancer – Randolph, NJ
In Randolph, NJ, West Morris Area YMCA and Atlantic Health System invite you to a Cancer Survivor Workshop, including a panel discussion, health fair, light refreshments, and a celebratory handprint mural. For more details about their June 5th event, click here.
Bold, Bright & Brave Survivorship – Reno, NV
Join Cancer Community Clubhouse for a fun, family-friendly ’80s celebration honoring local cancer survivors and their families on this special day! Come dressed in your bright ’80s gear and get ready to be entertained by New Wave Crave – the best ’80s band in Reno – while participating in fun activities including hula hoop and Rubik’s Cube contests, a dance demo, ’80s art tables, nonprofit fair, silent auction, and more! Advance registration is encouraged here.
Survivorship Sunday – New York, NY
In New York City, survivors are invited to join SISTAAH Studio for an event to celebrate cancer survivors. This event will include door prizes, art projects, interactive music, health and wellness info sessions, and much more. Register to attend this event here.
Celebration of Life 5K Walk/Run – Wake Forest, NC
In Wake Forest, NC, Unconditionally Hers and Women Survivors Alliance want you to join them for the inaugural NC Celebration of Life 5k Walk/Run held in E. Carroll Joyner Park. See more details here.
Survivors Fiesta! – Aurora, IL
In Aurora, IL, Waterford Place invites survivors to a fiesta! Enjoy flamenco music, festive food, keynote speakers, bingo, and more. See more details here.
Ice Cream Social – Morehead, KY
St. Claire HealthCare invites those impacted by cancer to an ice cream social in Morehead, KY. Event includes fun, fellowship, and sweet treats. Survivors will also receive a free t-shirt and be entered to win door prizes. See more details here.
Sunshine & Self-Care – Raleigh, NC
In Raleigh, NC, Lung Cancer Initiative invites lung cancer survivors to join them for their event, including raffle prizes, food and drinks, and fellowship. For more details about their June 9th event, click here. Registration is required.
It’s Not Too Late to Plan Your National Cancer Survivors Day Celebration!
The National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation has everything you need to plan your own NCSD 2024 celebration!
Make sure to register your event and gain access to the exclusive NCSD Speakers Bureau Roster, official NCSD logos, and other resources. You can also check out our NCSD Themes page for a ton of creative ideas for hosting a National Cancer Survivors Day® Celebration of Life in your community.
