A photo taken at the Emeralds & Ivy Ball 2024.

The Emeralds & Ivy Ball

Welcome to Cancer Research UK’s flagship fundraising gala, celebrating our long-standing partnership with the Keating Family and the Marie Keating Foundation.

Event details

Details about the next Emeralds & Ivy Ball will be shared soon.

About the event

The Emeralds & Ivy Ball is hosted by Ronan and Storm Keating alongside celebrity presenters and attended by more than 300 guests. The event raises funds for Cancer Research UK’s Cancer Awareness Roadshow which travels across the UK.

The evening begins with a champagne and canapé reception, leading into a luxurious three-course dinner. Throughout the night, guests enjoy captivating live performances by renowned artists.

Adding to the excitement are live and silent auctions, featuring exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime prizes - from gourmet dining and luxury villa escapes to signed memorabilia and VIP experiences at top sporting events.

Each year brings a unique theme to the celebration.

Emeralds & Ivy Ball 2025

Thank you for your support!

Last year, guests were transported over the rainbow for 'A Night in the Emerald City', enjoying an Oz-themed evening of exquisite cuisine and immersive entertainment.

Hosted by the wonderful Nicky Byrne, the night featured unforgettable performances from Andrew Roachford, Emerald Storm, Jenny Plant, Nicky Byrne and, of course, Ronan Keating with his brilliant band.

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312

people attended the Emeralds & Ivy Ball 2025.

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£860,000

raised in 2025 so that our Cancer Awareness nurses can continue to offer inclusive access to free, lifesaving cancer information, and support to all.

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Over 904,644

people have visited our roadshow since it began in 2006, and last year, 9601 visitors were signposted to a GP or other services by our roadshow nurses.

Meet some of our past and present sponsors and prize donors

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Previous Sponsors

  • SONA asset management

  • Evercore

  • DRC Savills Investment Management

  • BANHAM

  • Miroma Ventures

  • Aspire

  • Outdoor Plus

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Prize donors

  • David Yarrow

  • L'houette

  • Hideaways

  • SO

  • Hatty Pedder

  • Bocconcino

  • Soneva Jani

  • McKay Williamson

  • Wimbledon Foundation

  • Rosewood London

  • Skincycles

  • Arena Flowers

  • Iconic Images

  • Benchmark Drinks

  • Michael Spiers

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Partners

  • GSP

  • Pol Roger Champagne

Contact us

If you have a question or you’d like to learn more about the Emeralds & Ivy Ball, please don’t hesitate to contact us.