American Cancer Society's Relay for Life May 20 in Egg Harbor Twp.

The family-friendly event will take place from 12 noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 20, 2023.

Relay for Life raises funds for the fight against cancer. Cancer survivors are the guests of honor. They along with their caregivers will be featured at the opening ceremonies, in Survivor and Caregiver Laps around the track, and with a complimentary lunch reception. Frankie LaSasso, the young son of Ocean City football assistant coach Frank LaSasso, will be the Survivor Speaker. His father will be the caregiver speaker. The Healthcare Champion speaker will be Dr. James C. Wurzer, a radiation oncologist at AtlantiCare, which is Presenting Sponsor of the event. Noley Schenck, a sophomore at Ocean City High School, will sing the national anthem. NorEasterNick also will make a special apperance from 12 noon to 2 pm.

This year's theme is "Every Step Brings Hope." Throughout the event, participants walk around the track to raise money for cancer. Miss New Jersey Augostina Mallous will judge a special "Show Us Your Shoes" lap at 3 pm. Participants are encouraged to bring a pair of decorated shoes for the competition.

In addition, there will be food trucks, vendors and activities for all ages. Activities include the Blacktop Villains Car Show (12 noon – 3 pm), firetrucks, Zumba, Yoga, donut eating contest, wing eating contest, themed laps, and more. A special highlight is the Luminaria candlelight ceremony to honor survivors and to remember those lost to cancer. Luminaria candles line the track with names and pictures of loved ones. A full schedule of activities will be posted closer to the event at RelayforLife.org/LinwoodNJ.

Category: Community | Fundraisers

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Free: USD 0.0