Nearly everyone has been touched by the effects of cancer in some way.  No donation is ever too small to contribute to the ground-breaking research, patient care programs and education initiatives provided by the American Cancer Society.

The Relay for Life Texarkana is set for Saturday, April 27. The Opening Ceremony begins at 3 p.m. at the Four States Fairgrounds. Anyone interested can join a relay team prior to the event and have fun holding a team bake sale or a car wash to raise funds and awareness. Or, join us on the day of the event to celebrate the survivors and caregivers.  First, the survivors walk the celebratory lap followed by the caregivers as the crowd cheers them on for their support.

Photo courtesy 2019 American Cancer Society 

Next, the team members walk up and down the path to symbolize their support in the fight against cancer. Anyone is welcome to dedicate a luminaria, which is a small paper bag decorated with the names of loved ones, which line the path of the walk. After dark, each bag is lit in honor or remembrance of a life touched by cancer, accompanied by a moment of silence for those we’ve lost. Afterwards is a closing ceremony which usually ends around 10 p.m.

Photo courtesy 2019 American Cancer Society

Come out and join us for this celebration where you and your teammates take turns walking the path to symbolize the ongoing fight against cancer. Also, check out other teams’ tents for games and activities, you can also help support the cause by purchasing raffle tickets or food. Use your talents and special passion to help the American Cancer Society save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer.

For more information visit: Relay for Life Texarkana

The event contact is Brett Barnes
brett.barnes@cancer.org

(432) 386-6868

American Cancer Society
ATTN: Relay for Life of Texarkana
1301 S Broadway Ave
Tyler TX 75701