Celebration of Hope
The Friday night program that kicks off Ride Weekend!
Celebration of Hope honors the collective spirit of Roswell Park!
It reminds us that by committing to being a part of Ride for Roswell, we’re raising funds to accelerate groundbreaking cancer research that is saving lives.
The event takes place on the Friday night before Ride Day on UB’s North Campus. The impactful program includes the ceremonial lighting of the torch and so much more and is open to all riders, volunteers, donors and Roswell Park supporters.
Celebration of Hope honors the collective spirit of Roswell Park!
It reminds us that by committing to being a part of Ride for Roswell, we’re raising funds to accelerate groundbreaking cancer research that is saving lives.
The event takes place on the Friday night before Ride Day on UB’s North Campus. The impactful program includes the ceremonial lighting of the torch and so much more and is open to all riders, volunteers, donors and Roswell Park supporters.
Be a part of the celebration!
We invite all patients and survivors to walk with patients, nurses, doctors and researchers during the procession.
What you can expect at Celebration of Hope
Everyone in the Roswell Park and Ride Community is invited to join us to experience:
4:30 p.m.
Event opens with live music and dinner
6 p.m.
Watch a live stream of the Peloton departing from Roswell Park
7 p.m.
Parade of Teams, arrival of the Peloton, Roswell Park staff and patient procession and celebration of the top 10 fundraisers + fundraising total
8 p.m.
Lighting of the Torch
Watch the story behind the creation of the Ride torch!
Celebration of Hope honors the collective spirit of Roswell Park! It reminds us that by committing to being a part of Ride for Roswell, we’re raising funds to accelerate groundbreaking cancer research that is saving lives.
The event takes place on the Friday night before Ride Day on UB’s North Campus. The impactful program includes the ceremonial lighting of the torch and so much more! This year’s program will be extra special as we celebrate 30 years of Ride for Roswell.
Event map
Click here to view the map for Celebration of Hope and parking information!
Everyone in the Roswell Park and Ride Community is invited to join us to experience:
Procession of Roswell Park doctors, nurses, staff and patients representing different cancers
Arrival of the Peloton — more than 200 Extra Mile Club Silver members who carry the spirit of Roswell Park from Buffalo to UB
Parade of Teams — showcasing dozens of the top fundraising teams at the heart of the Ride
The ceremonial lighting of the Ride for Roswell torch
An opportunity to learn more about the cutting-edge research being funded thanks to the generous support of the Ride Community
Entertainment the whole family can enjoy
Explore and support our sponsors
Programming celebrating 30 years of impact from fundraising
Pop-up Vendor Village!
4 - 8:00 p.m.
Experience a burst of creativity and community at our pop-up event! Explore the local businesses before diving into our heartfelt programming.