Events

Whether you are you a competitive athlete or someone who is thinking about taking on their first road race have you ever considered RUNNING FOR A REASON and picking up the baton for Action Cancer? Running on behalf of Action Cancer will bring with it a whole host of personal benefits from that sense of […]

Discover Peru's Lost City in 2023 - Action Cancer's 50th year  The lost city of Machu Picchu is on many people's bucket lists.    And for good reason.   It is breathtaking.  So stunning in fact, that it was named one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World.        But don’t just take our word for […]

The Great Big Bucket Collection is back and we need your help!  Stand with Action Cancer on Saturday 3rd February for World Cancer Day. We will be out with our buckets collecting the following towns and cities across the country: Carrickfergus, Cookstown, Coleraine, Newtownards, Larne, Lisburn and Bangor.  We are looking for groups of volunteers […]

Many people will be setting new goals and ambitions for 2024. You may want to create new daily habits (such as more walking), or you may wish to do one crazy thing in 2024 (like a sky dive) or maybe you want to travel more? If you are thinking of creating a 2024 Bucket List […]

Walk with her…Walk to remember her. The Action Cancer Mother’s Day Walk is a fundraising event co-ordinated by the Lurgan Action Cancer Community Group. This 5K walk will take place within the beautiful surrounds of Lurgan Park on Saturday 9th March and is a both an uplifting and tranquil experience. This is also a dog […]

This workshop is for anyone dealing with the menopause following treatment for breast cancer. It is delivered in partnership by Action Cancer and Breast Friends Causeway Coast and is funded by The Community Foundation. The workshops will be led by Dr Gwyneth Hinds and will help you understand how to manage menopausal symptoms, reduce side […]

Join Team Action Cancer for the 2024 Belfast City Marathon on 5th May 2024. Choose to run the full 26.2 miles, enter relay team with friends, family or work colleagues or do the 8 mile walk. By doing so you will help Action Cancer to save lives and support local people affected by cancer. Click […]

This unique programme will provide insights and strategies to help you reflect, refocus, rebuild, re-energise and move your life forward following a cancer diagnosis. It is available to those diagnosed as well as their friends, family and carers, at any stage of the cancer journey. If you are interested in joining this programme please register […]

It's October... It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month... It's time to PAINT THE TOWN PINK! Be a STAND OUT this month and help us raise vital funds for our life-saving breast screening service. Taking part is very easy,  all you have to do is host a fundraising event at your place of work, your shop, your […]

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. What a great way to mark the occasion by throwing caution to the wind and abseiling from Belfast Castle's iconic fairy tale tower?! You'll be guided in this event by our expert activity providers, Bryson Energy who will ensure you are fully harnessed and equipped with the know-how to […]

Action Cancer is calling for  courageous volunteers to test their nerve and take on our 2025 Bungee Jump at the Queens Quay in Belfast. You will be guided in this event by our expert activity providers  UK Bungee Club who are dedicated to ensuring that every jump delivers an unforgettable and safe experience. 160ft sure […]

  Due to the yellow weather warning in place for high winds on Sunday, we have taken the difficult decision to postpone Centra Run Together.  We are extremely disappointed however the safety and welfare of our participants, event staff, supporters and marshals are our top priority, and we believe this decision is in the best […]

Run the 2024 New York marathon with Action Cancer! If you are an experienced runner or just starting out the New York City Marathon should definitely be on your bucket list! One of the six World Marathon Majors - taking you from Staten Island through the five boroughs of New York to the finish in […]

It will be held in Ballycastle – venue tbc on 9th and 10th of November 2024. This unique programme has been running regionally for 10 years. It will provide insights and strategies to help you reflect, refocus, rebuild, re-energise and move your life forward following a cancer diagnosis. It is available to those diagnosed as […]

This session will help you understand scars, symptoms, healing process and strategies for self-management of your scar.  It is aimed at anyone who has had surgery as a result of a cancer diagnosis. To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it […]