The City of Pembroke Pines and Miramar have joined together with the American Cancer Society for the 28th Annual Relay for Life Event - Team Up & Fight On -- being held on Friday, March 20 from 5 pm to 12 am (midnight). It will be held at the City of Pembroke Pines Charter High School Athletic Field located at 17189 Sheridan Street. Kicking off this free event will be the Survivor Dinner at 5 pm (must be registered) which will be open to registered survivors along with their caregivers and family. The opening ceremony which begins at 6 pm, will feature performances, check presentations and recognition of survivors and caregivers with a Medaling Ceremony. The First Lap is scheduled for 7 pm. Everyone who has ever fought or knows someone who fought cancer is invited to walk the track at this time and cheer for survivors in attendance.
At 8 pm the Torches of Hope, in remembrance of those who lost their battle with cancer, will be lit. At 9 pm the Luminaria Ceremony will take place, lining the entire track with lit bags honoring and remembering those who have battled cancer.
At 10 pm, guests and friends will have an opportunity to compete in the “Miz Relay Contest.” Throughout the night, everyone is welcome to visit team booths, enter raffles and enjoy treats and prizes. The Kids Zone will also entertain the youngest guests and provide additional fun. For more information, please visit Relay for Life or call 954-392-2119.