Action Cancer

Centra - Derrylin
2025-08-07 09:00 - 15:30 (Europe/Dublin)

SuperValu Limavady
2025-08-21 09:00 - 15:30

Centra - Annaclone
2025-08-28 09:00 - 15:30

Paint the Town Pink 2025
2025-08-29 00:00 - 2025-12-31 23:59
It’s time to…PAINT THE TOWN PINK
Be a STAND OUT during Breast Cancer Awareness 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 hairdressers or even your staff room – basically wherever you work or hang out!
You could:
• Get Your Bake On and hold a coffee morning in your salon or staff room
• Brighten Your Bap – Dye you hair pink and raise sponsorship via you friends and colleagues
• Pretty in Pink – Hold a ‘wear it pink day’ for all staff and invite customers to make donations
• Raffle – Donate a voucher for your business and raffle it to clients

The next step is to fill out the registration form below and we will send you out your special fundraising pack which contains a host of goodies including bunting, raffle tickets, balloons and banners to help you make the most of your fundraiser and to add a splash of pink to your workplace.
Until then there is plenty of time to decide how you want to fundraise! We can also make bespoke posters or flyers for your event so just ask and we will sort that for you.
Whatever you choose to do, the Action Cancer fundraising team will be on hand to help. If you need any bespoke posters or flyers or any additional materials then please just let us know!
We have also created a dedicated Just Giving page from which you can make you very own fundraising page! Just click on the link below:
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/paintthetownpink2025
Please don’t worry if you can’t host your fundraising event on these particular dates – just choose any time that suits you within the month of October!
We look forward to seeing all the photos of offices and high street businesses painted pink all across Northern Ireland!
Paint the Town Pink principle sponsor Propertynews and supported by Action Renewables

Self-Care Strategies to Improve Wellbeing
2025-10-01 14:00 - 15:30 | Action Cancer House, 20 Windsor Avenue, Belfast, Antrim, BT9 6EE, United Kingdom
This session will provide information on a range of strategies to help reduce fear, anxiety, improve sleep and aid relaxation.
Date: Wednesday, 1 October 2026, 2-3.30pm, Action Cancer House, 20 Windsor Ave, Belfast
(numbers limited to 25 participants)

Skydive for Action Cancer
2025-10-02 - 2026-10-02
Take the Leap for Action Cancer!
Are you ready to conquer the skies and make a real difference? Join Action Cancer for the ultimate adrenaline-fueled challenge—a tandem skydive from up to 15,000 feet!
Choose your date, gather your crew—or fly solo! Whether you’re jumping with friends, colleagues, classmates, or going it alone, this is your chance to experience the thrill of free-fall while supporting Action Cancer’s life-saving services.
Here’s what’s in store:

Strap in with a professional instructor
Free-fall at high speed down to 6,000 ft
Glide safely back to earth under parachute
Create unforgettable memories while helping others

Important Info:

Minimum age: 16 (Under 18s need written parental/guardian consent)
Booking fee: £99 (head to Skydive Ireland to sign up)
Minimum fundraising: £500

Your jump will help fund early detection, support services, and cancer prevention across Northern Ireland. So—are you in?

Trek Cuba 2025: The Escambray Mountains
2025-10-10 00:00 - 2025-10-19 23:59
TREK CUBA IS NOW FULLY BOOKED

Join us as we embark on a fantastic challenge exploring the Escambray Mountains of the salsa capital, Cuba!
Our 90km trekking challenge will take us from the bustling UNESCO World Heritage site of Havana to the quieter more tranquil trekking trails. Amazing views and tropical waterfalls await us as our trek undulates towards the UNESCO World Heritage site of Trinidad.
Challenge Highlighs
• Experience Havana
• Trek past coffee plantations, fruit plantations and farms
• Swim and explore tropical waterfalls and pools
• Sight see in Trinidad

Action Cancer
Action Cancer have been delivering their life-saving and support services for over 50 years to the people of Northern Ireland and it is you, our trekkers, walkers, runners, and fundraising hero’s that allow us to continue this work.
People like you who dare to embrace the challenge of fundraising for the reward of authentic adventure and friends for life.
People like you who ensure our services can continue to help save and support those affected by cancer in Northern Ireland.
Cuba is calling, we are ready, are you…

Date: 10th-19th October 2025
Registration: £299
Minimum Sponsorship: £4,850

Gordons Chemist Donaghdee Harbour Carpark
2025-10-28 09:00 - 15:30

Positive Living Programme - Belfast - November
2025-11-01 09:00 - 2025-11-02 17:00
It will be held in Belfast on the 1st and 2nd of November 2025.
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 well as their friends, family and carers, at any stage of the cancer journey.
If you are interested in joining the next programme, please call Mary on 07813 044178

New York Marathon 2025
2025-11-02 - 2025-11-03
Run the New York Marathon with Action Cancer on Sunday 2nd November 2025.
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 Central Park. It is an experience that stays with runners for a lifetime.
The atmosphere is electric with two million people lining the streets to cheer runners along the way – in one of the world’s greatest cities.
Together with our travel agent partner, Sports Travel International, we offer a 4 night accommodation in the 4* Westin Hotel.

What is Included?

GUARANTEED race entry
Accommodation in the 4* Westin Hotel
Fundraising Support
Sports Tours International rep
Option to add 5K warm up dash
Action Cancer branded running vest

How Much Will It Cost?
In addition to the £680 deposit costs are as follows:
Twin Room Sharing

4 Nights from 30th November 2025 + Race Entry
Minimum fundraising £3,980 per runner

Single room, Solo Occupancy

4 Nights from 30th November + Race Entry
Minimum fundraising £4,680 per runner

Our team will work with you to create a unique fundraising plan to ensure you reach the target!
*Please note your deposit is non-refundable
*Please note that we cannot offer marathon places without accommodation.
*Please note flights not included
Express your interest in running with Action Cancer using the form below:

McCue Create Craft Construct
2025-11-12 09:00 - 15:30

Supporting a loved one with a cancer diagnosis
2025-11-21 11:00 - 12:00
This talk is about how you can best support a loved one diagnosed with cancer – how to look after their needs as well as your own.
To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).

Christmas Craft Fair at Brownlow Castle
2025-11-22 10:00 - 15:30
🎅☃️ There is no better way to get into the Christmas Spirit than a visit to the Lurgan Action Cancer Group’s renowned Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday 22nd November.
The fair will once again take place within the beautiful setting of Brownlow Castle and packed with stalls from over 25 local and regional crafters/vendors and be the perfect opportunity for you to buy a unique handmade gift or just treat yourself to something really beautiful.🎄🎄🎅

Once you have had a browse and treated yourself (or someone else) make the most of Brownlow Castle’s beautiful tearoom and settle down by the fireplace for a tasty wee bite to eat. 🍰☕️
Entry is a recommended donation £5 (children go free) and every ticket holder will automatically be entered into a draw for an overnight stay at a Hastings Hotel.
Santa will be also be paying a visit from 12pm – 2pm, and some festive musical entertainment from String’s and Things.
The important thing is all monies raised will go to help Action Cancer to continue to provide its life-saving services. 🎗🎗🎗

Positive Living Programme - Ballymena
2025-11-29 09:00 - 2025-11-30 17:00
It will be held in Ballymena, Adair Arms Hotel on 29th and 30th of November 2025.
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 well as their friends, family and carers, at any stage of the cancer journey.
If you are interested in joining the next programme, please call Mary on 07813 044178

An Evening of Italian Elegance at Royal Belfast Golf Club
2025-11-29 19:30 - 2025-11-30 00:00
Indulge in an unforgettable evening of fine Italian cuisine and enchanting music amidst the historic surrounds of Royal Belfast Golf Club — Ireland’s oldest golf club, proudly established in 1881.
A Royal Night of Opera is a Black Tie occasion promising a truly special experience, beginning with a sparkling Prosecco reception, followed by a sumptuous four-course Italian-inspired menu (see bottom of page).
Throughout the evening, be captivated by live operatic performances from award-winning artists of Northern Ireland Opera, who will bring passion and drama to this elegant night.
Let the romance of Italy come alive through exceptional food, world-class music, and the timeless sophistication of one of the country’s most prestigious venues.
Tickets cost £85 per person, Dress Code – Black Tie

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Royal Belfast Golf Club are hosting this event in aid of Action Cancer to help raise vital funds for the charity’s life saving cancer support services. All money raised will remain in Northern Ireland and will help local people and their families affected by a cancer diagnosis. Action Cancer receives no regular government funding so events like this enable the charity to provide it’s life-saving support across Northern Ireland.
If you would like tickets for this event please simply call Mark Irwin-Watson on
02890 803344 or email mirwin-watson@actioncancer.org

Centra - Greencastle
2025-12-02 09:00 - 15:30

Talking to Children about a Cancer diagnosis
2025-12-10 11:00 - 12:00
This talk is about including children in conversations about an adult’s cancer and ways to approach these. Conversations about cancer are complex and challenging and even more so when children are involved. We want to offer you some insights together with some support and guidance around coping with the challenges of including children when families are dealing with cancer. This talk is not designed to address end of life scenarios however the content would still have relevance to families in that situation.
To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).

Positive Living Programme - Portadown
2026-01-24 09:00 - 2026-01-25 17:00
It will be held in Portadown on 24th and 25th of January 2026.
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 well as their friends, family and carers, at any stage of the cancer journey.
If you are interested in joining the next programme, please call Mary on 07813 044178

Test Big Bus - Newry
2026-01-29 09:00 - 15:30

Positive Living Programme - Belfast
2026-02-21 09:00 - 2026-02-22 17:00
It will be held in Belfast on 21st and 22rd of February 2026.
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 well as their friends, family and carers, at any stage of the cancer journey.
If you are interested in joining the next programme, please call Mary on 07813 044178

50 Miles in May Challenge 2026
2026-03-01 08:00 - 2026-06-01 23:00 | Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Do 50 Miles. Your Way. Your Pace. Your Challenge.
Take on 50 Miles in May and make every mile count for Action Cancer. Whether you walk, run, or cycle, this is your chance to boost your health while supporting people across Northern Ireland affected by cancer.
How It Works
Commit to completing 50 miles across the 31 days of May — that’s just 3,406 steps or 1.6 miles per day. Spread your miles out or tackle them in big bursts… the choice is yours.
Who Can Take Part?
💙 Everyone!
This challenge is designed for all fitness levels.
New to exercise?
Start small, build consistency, and use this challenge as the perfect introduction to a healthier routine.
Already active?
Push your limits by adding an extra 50 miles onto your regular training.
Run 5 miles on a Sunday? Try 6.6 miles instead.
Hit 10,000 steps daily? Aim for 13,400 steps this May.
Why Take Part?
Every step you take helps Action Cancer continue providing free life‑saving and life‑changing services across Northern Ireland — including early detection breast screening, skin cancer screening, therapeutic support, and health improvement programmes.
By supporting this challenge, you’re helping us continue delivering services that cost the charity £4 million each year, but remain free for the people who need them.
You’re improving your own health while making a real difference to families affected by cancer.
Ready to Get Started?
Join the challenge today and make your miles matter.
Together, we can save lives.
Once you have registered we will send out your very own Action Cancer t-shirt and fundraising pack.

We have created a Just Giving online donations page which can be linked to your social media pages – just click below👇
https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/actioncancers50milesinmay2026
So what are you waiting for? Run it – Walk it – Bike it – Swim it … DO IT!
If you need any other information please email mirwin-watson@actioncancer.org or call Mark on 07580133752.

Positive Living Programme - L/Derry
2026-03-07 09:00 - 2026-03-08 17:00
It will be held in L/Derry on the 7th and 8th of March 2026.
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 well as their friends, family and carers, at any stage of the cancer journey.
If you are interested in joining the next programme, please call Mary on 07813 044178

Mother's Day Walk - Lurgan Park
2026-03-14 11:00 - 14:00
Walk with her…Walk to remember her.
The Action Cancer Mother’s Day Walk is a fundraising event coordinated by the Lurgan Action Cancer Community Group. The walk, sponsored once again by Lurgan based Country Kitchen, will take place within the beautiful surrounds of Lurgan Park on Saturday 14th March and is a both an uplifting and tranquil experience. This is also a dog friendly walk so we encourage you to bring all members of your family.
Registration is £15 per person. The walk begins at 12pm and will start (and end) at bowling Pavilion by the tennis courts but you can register on the day from 11.00am.
Once back all participants will receive a medal and a well deserved cuppa tea and cake and a bunch of daffodils.
All monies raised will go towards helping Action Cancer continue to offer its many services some of which take place locally through visits from Big Bus visits to Lurgan and the surrounding area and the complementary therapy services for children and adults affected by cancer that take place in Zion House in the town.
If you are a whizz on the ‘socials’ click below to access the Mother’s Day Walk JustGiving page which you can forward to family, friends and colleagues.
Mother’s Day Walk Lurgan Park

If you require more information call Mark Irwin-Watson on 07580 133752 or email events@actioncancer.org
PLEASE NOTE: Online registration will end at 1pm on 13th March.
Register below and we will send out your fundraising pack!

Win A Luxury Trip to New York City
2026-04-16 - 2026-04-17 | New York, New York, NY, United States

Bach Flower Remedies – helping stabilise emotions
2026-04-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Event Via Zoom
This session will talk about the 38 different Bach Flower Remedies – providing information on how to safely use them yourself to manage your emotions.
To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).

Action Cancer Golf Day 2026
2026-04-24 | Royal Belfast Golf Club, Station Rd, Holywood, BT18 0BP
Action Cancer is hosting its annual Golf Day on Friday 24th April at Royal Belfast Golf Club.
Royal Belfast GC is a stunning venue and actually the oldest golf club in Ireland! Measuring 6,309 yards, Royal Belfast offers a rewarding challenge for golfers of all skill levels, set against one of the most picturesque backdrops in Ireland. We would love for you to join us, show some support and have a tee-riffic day!

This is shaping up to be an un-fore-gettable event! We will be raising funds and awareness for our Skin Cancer Detection Service.
So come and join us for a tea/coffee and bacon bap in the Colt Room, 18 holes of golf, prizes available throughout the day, including Longest Drive and Nearest the Pin and lovely food afterwards in the bar.
Price is at £500 for a 4-ball, with individual places also available. All participants will also receive a free gift bag full of amazing goodies!
You can register below using the form. Once registered we will be in touch with all the details of the day and to organise your tee time.
There is also opportunity for hole sponsorship. For more information email golf@actioncancer.org
See you on the course!
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Relaxation space – Demonstrating head massage
2026-04-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Event Via Zoom
This session provides the space for you to relax and take time out for yourself. It will cover the importance of relaxation, and guide you through a lovely head massage and simple relaxation techniques.
To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).

Self-Care Strategies to Improve Wellbeing
2026-04-30 14:00 - 15:30 | Action Cancer House, 20 Windsor Avenue, Belfast, Antrim, BT9 6EE, United Kingdom
This session will provide information on a range of strategies to help reduce fear, anxiety, improve sleep and aid relaxation.
Date: Thursday 30 April 2026, 2-3.30pm, Action Cancer House, 20 Windsor Ave, Belfast
(numbers limited to 25 participants)

Talking to Children about a Cancer diagnosis
2026-05-06 11:00 - 12:00 | Online Event Via Zoom
This talk is about including children in conversations about an adult’s cancer and ways to approach these. Conversations about cancer are complex and challenging and even more so when children are involved. We want to offer you some insights together with some support and guidance around coping with the challenges of including children when families are dealing with cancer. Please be aware that this talk will not cover end of life situations.
To register please complete the following information (you will receive the zoom link via email – if you do not receive it please check your junk emails).

Strategies for Managing Surgical Scars
2026-05-12 13:30 - 14:30 | Online Event Via Zoom
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 please check your junk emails).
