Frequently asked questions
Event Information
Registration
Relay For Life offers pricing for adults, youth and families depending upon how early you register prior to your event. Please refer to the below table for more information.
Pricing Structure
Youth (6-17) | Adult | Family** | |
Super Early Bird Mon 18 Dec 2023 to Sun 14 April 2024 |
$25 | $30 | $65 |
Early Bird Mon 15 April 2024 to Sun 21 July 2024 |
$25 | $35 | $75 |
General Mon 22 July 2024 to Sun 13 Oct 2024 |
$30 | $40 | $85 |
Event Weekend | $40 | $50 | $95 |
*Children under 6 can enter the event for free.
Ceremonies
Opening Ceremony: Friday 18th October @ 6.00pm
Candlelight Ceremony: Friday 18th October @ 8.30pm
Closing Ceremony: Saturday 19th October @ 10.00am
Information Session
Come find out more about the Horsham 2024 Relay
Meeting dates to be confirmed. For more information please contact 1300 65 65 85.
Awards
Awards available at the event include:
- Top Fundraising Team
- Spirit of Relay
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On The Day
What happens on the day?
Get excited because the Relay has arrived! Head on down early to check-in and pick up an event program, site map and shirts or merchandise at the registration desk upon arrival.
Here's what to expect at Relay:
- Opening Ceremony
- Survivors and Carers walk
- Candlelight Ceremony
- Closing ceremony
- Entertainment, kids activities and live music (throughout the day and night)
- Keep those team members walking!
You don’t have to stay on the track all night, but we encourage teams to have at least one person on the track at all times to get the most out of your Relay experience.
What to bring to Relay
Be sure to come to Relay prepared! Check the forecast the night before and be prepared for inclement weather. Remember, Relay runs into the night and can be cold. Here’s a list of things that teams should be sure to have handy on the day:
- Tent(s),marquees for your campsite (SunSmart)
- Team banners and decorations
- Team Costumes
- Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and lip balm
- Your Relay For Life shirt
- Comfortable walking/running shoes
- Warm clothing (pants, jackets, beanies, gloves, etc.)
- Torch and spare batteries
- Wet weather gear (raincoat, poncho, umbrella, etc.)
- A change of clothes
- Camping gear (Tent, sleeping bag, pillows, blankets, esky, cutlery, cups, water bottle, food and drink.
- Folding chairs and tables
- Plastic sheeting or rubber-backed rug (good on cold or damp ground)
- Campsite decorations and team banners
What not to bring
- Pets (guide dogs and service dogs are welcome)
- Bikes, scooters or roller blades/skates
- Glass
The health and safety of our participants, spectators, volunteers, and team members remains our main priority, and as such we will continue to closely monitor the COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation with stakeholders, local, state, federal authorities and DHHS.
Program
Thanks for your interest in Relay For Life! Here’s an overview of what will be happening on the day.
Friday 18th October and Saturday 19th October
Time | Activity | Location |
---|---|---|
4.00pm | Team check-in opens | Registration Desk |
6.00pm | Opening Ceremony | Stage |
6.15pm | Survivors & Carers Walk | Track |
8.30pm | Candlelight Ceremony | Stage |
10.00am | Closing Ceremony | Stage |
Sponsors
Thanks to our fantastic sponsors:
Relay For Life is a community event and it would not be possible without the support we receive from our community. In particular, there are local businesses that provide us with monetary and in-kind support.
If you would like your business to become a sponsor of Relay For Life contact the Community Giving Coordinator via Rachel Leonard: 1300 65 65 85 or horshamrfl@cancervic.org.au
Leaderboard
Raised so far
$23,388
Our goal