Our Events

Coming together to support local women and fund critical research.

September is National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

We invite you to stand alongside us as we turn awareness into meaningful action. Whether you gathered with us to light a lantern in June, or you are lacing up your sneakers for our 5K Run/Walk this September, your participation directly supports local women and helps fund critical research. Together, we can build a stronger, more informed community.

16th Annual Newburyport Lantern Festival

Join us for a beautiful evening of remembrance and hope. Decorate a lantern in honor of a loved one and watch it illuminate the pond as we stand united against ovarian cancer.

Date/Time: Saturday, June 27, 2026

Learn More & Reserve a Lantern

16th Annual 5K Run/Walk

Step up for September! Lace up your sneakers for Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Walk or run in honor of Jackie Poor & Paula Holm to raise crucial funds for research and support local women.

Date/Time: Sunday, September 27, 2026

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Past Event: GNOCA at Yankee Homecoming

We love connecting with our community! Keep an eye out for our teal booth at local festivals like Family Day to pick up symptom cards, chat with volunteers, and discover how we can support each other.

Location: Nock Middle School, Newburyport

Learn About Early Detection

GNOCA at the Farmer’s Market

Stop by our booth at the Tannery Marketplace! Grab some fresh local produce, pick up awareness materials, and learn how you can become a volunteer or support our ongoing mission year-round.

Date/Time: Sunday, September 6th, 2026 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM at Tannery Marketplace, Newburyport, MA

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HELP US MAKE AN IMPACT

Our events wouldn't be possible without the incredible dedication of our community. Whether you want to help out at the Lantern Festival, support runners at the 5K, or simply join our mailing list to stay updated, we would love to have you on our team. New volunteers are always welcome!

 
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A young man jogging on a paved trail outdoors, pushing a baby stroller with a sleeping infant inside, surrounded by greenery and sunlight.
Woman and young boy running outdoors during a race with other runners in the background, on a paved pathway surrounded by greenery and orange traffic cone.
Woman jogging on a bridge with a smile, wearing a white t-shirt, black athletic pants, and a patterned headband. Other people are walking in the background on a sunny day with blue skies.
Three young women in athletic clothing standing outdoors at a running event, with other participants in the background.
A group of people standing outdoors on a paved area with a bridge in the background, along with one dog.
A woman smiling, wearing an elaborate black hat decorated with peacock feathers, sequins, and colorful accents.
Small gray bunny in a glass jar next to a yellow object, in front of a brick wall.
Woman with curly hair wearing a pink feather accessory and smiling, standing in front of a maroon wall with a partially visible 'YON' sign.
A clear plastic tray holding multiple bottles of blue, teal, and turquoise nail polish, some with black caps and some with white caps, placed on a marble surface.
Multiple hands with glittery light blue nail polish, some wearing jewelry, on grass.
Exterior of a theater with a sign reading 'Theater' and a tent outside, opposite a brick building with multiple windows.
Three young women outdoors holding certificates or awards, smiling.
Row of illuminated paper lanterns on grass
Paper lanterns floating on water at night, some with colorful drawings and writings.