The Alaska Cancer Partnership is celebrating National Cancer Survivors Day by highlighting events happening throughout the state.
Events Online
Alaska Run for Women
Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023
Time: 6:45 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Virtual + UAA campus, Anchorage, AK
Cost: Donation
Description: The Alaska Run for Women is 31 this year and we are delighted to host another hybrid event that includes both in-person and virtual options. We have some fun and exciting changes including a new course that starts and ends on the UAA Campus and utilizes Anchorage’s beautiful trail system.
How to participate: Register online Event Registration | Alaska Run for Women (akrfw.org)
Gentle Chair Yoga for Cancer Survivors
Date: Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
Description: Join the Providence Cancer Center for a virtual hour of yoga.
How to participate: New participants must complete an intake and waiver form. Visit
providence.org/AKCancerCenterClasses
Prostate and Testicular Cancer Survivorship Day with Us TOO Alaska
Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
Description: Anyone being diagnosed, treated, or living with prostate or testicular cancer and/or their caregivers.
How to participate: Visit http://ustooak.com//events/#survivors-day
Oncology Cooking Class
Date: Wednesday, June 7, 2023
Time: 2:00 pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
Description: Join the Providence Cancer Center for a free interactive (virtual) cooking class. Learn nutritional and delicious recipes for you and loved ones throughout the cancer journey.
If you need assistance with registration or have questions, please call 907-212-6870.
How to participate: Visit
providence.org/CancerCookingClass
The Genetics of Cancer Care
Date: Thursday, June 8, 2023
Time: 12:30 pm
Location: Online via Zoom
Cost: Free
Description: Learn about the unique characteristics of inherited cancer risk and the role of genetic counseling.
How to participate: No registration needed. Join the meeting by visiting
Events in Anchorage
Alaska Run for Women
Date: Saturday, June 10, 2023
Time: 6:45 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Virtual + UAA campus, Anchorage, AK
Cost: Donation
Description: The Alaska Run for Women is 31 this year and we are delighted to host another hybrid event that includes both in-person and virtual options. We have some fun and exciting changes including a new course that starts and ends on the UAA Campus and utilizes Anchorage’s beautiful trail system.
How to participate: Register online Event Registration | Alaska Run for Women (akrfw.org)
Prostate and Testicular Cancer Survivorship Day with Us TOO Alaska
Date: Thursday, June 1, 2023
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Barnes & Nobel Cafe at 200 E Northern Lights Blvd. Look for an Us TOO sign on a table.
Cost: Free
Description: Anyone being diagnosed, treated, or living with prostate or testicular cancer and/or their caregivers.
How to participate: Just drop by! The coffee’s on Us TOO if you stop by the table before ordering.
Events in Fairbanks
Walk & Wine
Date: Thursday, June 15, 2023
Time: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Location: The Boatel, 3368 Riverview Drive, Fairbanks
Cost: Tickets start at $65
Description: Join Breast Cancer Detection Center of Alaska (BCDC) for their Walk & Wine along the Chena River and neighboring streets of Riverview. Socialize and have fun while supporting BCDC and women across Alaska.
How to participate: Register online at Breast Cancer Detection Center Of Alaska and Charitable Corp. | Kindful
Events in Juneau
Juneau Celebration of Life
Date: Sunday, June 4, 2023
Time: 11:00 am – 1:00pm
Location: Marine Park Shelter to the Whale, Juneau, AK
Cost: Free
Description: Juneau’s Cancer Connection is celebrating cancer survivors and their loved ones. Join us for a walk from the Marine Park to the Whale, where we will continue the celebration with music, food, and fun!
How to participate: For more information call 907-796-2273 or email admin@cancerconnectionak.org
Events in Petersburg
Petersburg Beat the Odds
Date: Friday, June 2, 2023
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Location: Petersburg Public Library, Petersburg, AK
Cost: Free
Description: National Cancer Survivor’s Day is a celebration for those who have survived, an inspiration for those recently diagnosed, a gathering of support for families, and an outreach to the community.
How to participate: For more information, call Michele Parker at 907-518-1023
About Alaska Cancer Survivors Day
This annual Alaskan event honors National Cancer Survivors Day with a week of events across the state.
It is organized by volunteers from the Alaska Cancer Partnership, a group of
organizations and individuals working to bring resources and expertise together to address the continuum of cancer prevention and control in Alaska. You can view resources for Alaskan cancer survivors and care providers on their resource website.
