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This calendar shows upcoming cancer events hosted by other organisations  and community members.

If you have a cancer event you would like to include on our calendar, please e-mail support@cancersupport.ch.

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Events in June 2025

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
26 May 2025(1 event)

10:00 – 12:00
26 May 2025

Cancer Support Switzerland Hosted Walk in Vaud

starting at 10:00
Meeting Point: Les Motalles parking in Blonay GPS: 46°29’09.0″N 6°55’12.3″E
Great way to add steps to your counter before the fitness challenge closes, hopefully among blooming daffodils! Join Marta Szymocha for a 2 hour loop walk (Circuit de Prantin), (200 meters up/down). Wear hiking shoes, bring water, and dress in comfortable layers. We’ll also take a short 10–15 minute break for body activation and warm-up exercises during the walk.

More info
27 May 2025(2 events)

16:45 – 18:00
27 May 2025

Cancer Support Switzerland Zurich Walk and Celebration

Join fellow Zurich Steppers and get together for the final day of the Steps for Cancer Support challenge. We will go for a walk of around an hour, setting off at 17:00 and returning to the same point at 18:00. Meeting point: Fork & Bottle, 8002 Zürich Walk begins: 16:45 Dinner begins: 18:00 We then… More info

17:30 – 19:30
27 May 2025

Death Café (Café Mortel)

Join us for an open and supportive communication around death and dying!
 
Through this unique event, we will discuss death, dying, and our mortality, and as we grow in awareness of mortality, we can live more fully, consciously, and intentionally.

All are welcome, it’s free of charge, and it will be loosely facilitated as a group discussion. Join us for some drinks and snacks and share your thoughts, fears, and questions in a brave space.
 
Reserve your free spot.

More info
28 May 2025
29 May 2025
30 May 2025
31 May 2025
1 June 2025
2 June 2025
3 June 2025
4 June 2025
5 June 2025(1 event)

15:00 – 16:00
5 June 2025

Online Event: Info Brew- What’s New in Cancer Treatments

Zoom Details: Link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87259120766?pwd=J621FnlwoM5DbKJdHDRxJU0I5UKXnb.1 Meeting ID: 872 5912 0766 Passcode: 905609 Join us for our next Info Brew, featuring Dr. Timothée Olivier (from HUG), who will share insights on the latest news related to cancer support. This free, public session is open to everyone. It is open to anyone interested in learning more about… More info
6 June 2025
7 June 2025
8 June 2025
9 June 2025
10 June 2025
11 June 2025
12 June 2025(1 event)

18:00 – 20:00
12 June 2025

25th Anniversary Celebration

Celebrating 25 years of trust and connection. Cancer Support Switzerland has been a safe space where individuals facing cancer can find understanding, professional support, and a caring community—all in English and at no cost.

SAVE THE DATE

Join us for our Anniversary Celebration & Steps for Cancer Support Awards in Geneva on Thursday, 12 June at 18:00.
Let’s celebrate together and honour our champions in fundraising and stepping!

More info
13 June 2025
14 June 2025
15 June 2025
16 June 2025
17 June 2025
18 June 2025
19 June 2025
20 June 2025
21 June 2025
22 June 2025(1 event)

9:00 – 13:00
22 June 2025

Together Run 2025- Celebrate World Refugee Day!

Together Run, happening on 22 June 2025, at Parc des Evaux from 9:00 onwards, offers four races promoting integration through sport. Supported by the Republic and Canton of Geneva and the Fondation des Évaux, this event, launched in 2021 for World Refugee Day, fosters inclusivity and community bonds. Visit their website for more information to… More info
23 June 2025
24 June 2025
25 June 2025
26 June 2025(1 event)

14:30 – 17:30
26 June 2025

Cancer, Palliative Care, and Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: Time to Talk?

Join us for a bilingual event exploring the emerging role of psychedelic-assisted therapy in cancer and palliative care. Featuring expert talks, new perspectives, and a dynamic roundtable.

When: 26 June 2025 at 14:30–17:30

Location: Maison Internationale des Associations, Salle Gandhi
Rue des Savoises 15, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland

Registration: Free entry with prior registration. You can sign up by clicking the link above.

Languages: Bilingual event (English and French), interpreters available.

Organized by: Cancer Support Switzerland, Maison de Tara, and Palliative Genève

More info
27 June 2025
28 June 2025
29 June 2025
30 June 2025
1 July 2025
2 July 2025
3 July 2025
4 July 2025(1 event)

17:30 – 22:00
4 July 2025

American International Club of Geneva (AIC) July 4th

A fabulous event that family and friends can enjoy! All are welcome but must register. Some of the proceeds of this event will support Cancer Support Switzerland’s work in Switzerland. We can’t wait to see you there! Register here. More info
5 July 2025
6 July 2025

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  • Geneva
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  • Zurich
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Events in June 2025

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

10:00 Cancer Support Switzerland Hosted Walk in Vaud

–
26 May 2025

starting at 10:00
Meeting Point: Les Motalles parking in Blonay GPS: 46°29’09.0″N 6°55’12.3″E
Great way to add steps to your counter before the fitness challenge closes, hopefully among blooming daffodils! Join Marta Szymocha for a 2 hour loop walk (Circuit de Prantin), (200 meters up/down). Wear hiking shoes, bring water, and dress in comfortable layers. We’ll also take a short 10–15 minute break for body activation and warm-up exercises during the walk.

16:45 Cancer Support Switzerland Zurich Walk and Celebration

–
27 May 2025

17:30 Death Café (Café Mortel)

–
27 May 2025

Join us for an open and supportive communication around death and dying!
 
Through this unique event, we will discuss death, dying, and our mortality, and as we grow in awareness of mortality, we can live more fully, consciously, and intentionally.

All are welcome, it’s free of charge, and it will be loosely facilitated as a group discussion. Join us for some drinks and snacks and share your thoughts, fears, and questions in a brave space.
 
Reserve your free spot.
28 May 2025
29 May 2025
30 May 2025
31 May 2025
1 June 2025
2 June 2025
3 June 2025
4 June 2025

15:00 Online Event: Info Brew- What’s New in Cancer Treatments

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5 June 2025

6 June 2025
7 June 2025
8 June 2025
9 June 2025
10 June 2025
11 June 2025

18:00 25th Anniversary Celebration

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12 June 2025

Celebrating 25 years of trust and connection. Cancer Support Switzerland has been a safe space where individuals facing cancer can find understanding, professional support, and a caring community—all in English and at no cost.

SAVE THE DATE

Join us for our Anniversary Celebration & Steps for Cancer Support Awards in Geneva on Thursday, 12 June at 18:00.
Let’s celebrate together and honour our champions in fundraising and stepping!

More information

13 June 2025
14 June 2025
15 June 2025
16 June 2025
17 June 2025
18 June 2025
19 June 2025
20 June 2025
21 June 2025

9:00 Together Run 2025- Celebrate World Refugee Day!

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22 June 2025

More information

23 June 2025
24 June 2025
25 June 2025

14:30 Cancer, Palliative Care, and Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: Time to Talk?

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26 June 2025

Join us for a bilingual event exploring the emerging role of psychedelic-assisted therapy in cancer and palliative care. Featuring expert talks, new perspectives, and a dynamic roundtable.

When: 26 June 2025 at 14:30–17:30

Location: Maison Internationale des Associations, Salle Gandhi
Rue des Savoises 15, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland

Registration: Free entry with prior registration. You can sign up by clicking the link above.

Languages: Bilingual event (English and French), interpreters available.

Organized by: Cancer Support Switzerland, Maison de Tara, and Palliative Genève

More information

27 June 2025
28 June 2025
29 June 2025
30 June 2025
1 July 2025
2 July 2025
3 July 2025

17:30 American International Club of Geneva (AIC) July 4th

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4 July 2025

More information

5 July 2025
6 July 2025

Community fundraisers

No upcoming community fundraisers at the moment.

Upcoming Cancer Events

  • 26 June 2025 | 14:30 – 17:30
    Cancer, Palliative Care, and Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: Time to Talk? ▼

    Join us for a bilingual event exploring the emerging role of psychedelic-assisted therapy in cancer and palliative care. Featuring expert talks, new perspectives, and a dynamic roundtable.

    Location: Maison Internationale des Associations, Salle Gandhi
    Rue des Savoises 15, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland

    Registration: Free entry with prior registration. Sign up here.

    Languages: Bilingual event (English and French), interpreters available.

    Organized by: Cancer Support Switzerland, Maison de Tara, and Palliative Genève.

     

  • 4 July 2025 | 17:30 – 22:00
    American International Club of Geneva (AIC) July 4th ▼

    A fabulous event that family and friends can enjoy!
    All are welcome but must register.
    Some of the proceeds of this event will support Cancer Support Switzerland’s work in Switzerland.

    We can’t wait to see you there!

    Register here.

  • 5 October 2025 | 9:00 – 10:00
    Course de l'Espoir ▼

    Join us for the 17th annual Race of Hope starting from Île Rousseau-a solidarity race where all proceeds support Geneva's fight against cancer. Registration includes access to our exciting raffle, and we invite you to be part of this wonderful cause that combines effort, solidarity, and good humor. Reserve your bib by clicking ➡️

Completed Events

  • Community fundraiser
Logo that says CAS at the LGB
Completed

LGB CAS Students Fundraiser

  • Funds Raised: CHF 422.00
2024 CAS students organize a bake sale in an effort to raise money and awareness for Cancer Support Switzerland as part of their school credit.
  • Event date: November 11, 2024
  • Community fundraiser
Woman running with corn fields behind her.
Completed

Sue’s 10K run

  • Funds Raised: CHF 1580.00
Raising as much money as possible for Cancer Support Switzerland by running the Balexert 10 km Genève race, the furthest I have ever run in my life.
  • Event date: November 5, 2023
  • Community fundraiser
A picture of a man and woman
Completed

Sam’s Spartan Race

  • Funds Raised: CHF 1005.86
In memory of her husband, Sam raises money for Cancer Support Switzerland by participating in the Spartan Super 10km race with 25 obstacles.
  • Event date: June 17, 2023
  • Community fundraiser
Liz in the hospital receiving treatments
Completed

Nick’s Half Marathon

  • Funds Raised: CHF 10679.00
In order to provide support for Liz, who has been diagnosed with breast cancer, Nick participated in the Geneva half marathon and successfully raised funds for Cancer Support Switzerland the organisation who had been providing support to Liz and her family.
  • Event date: May 7, 2023
  • Community fundraiser
Erin polar bear swimming in Lake Geneva
Completed

2021 Polar Bear Swim

  • Funds Raised: CHF 1608
On December 31st 2021, a group of swimmers took the icy plunge in support of cancer support.
  • Event date: December 30, 2021
  • Community fundraiser
Completed

7 Peaks in 7 Days

  • Funds Raised: CHF 6015
Raised money to help Cancer Support Switzerland by hiking 7 Peaks in 7 Days.
  • Event date: July 23, 2020

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