Join us for a heartwarming online celebration. Enjoy our free 2025 festive event premieres, where you’ll get a glimpse inside the Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute.
This festive celebration will be available to watch on two occasions, so you can choose the time that suits you best:
Thursday 4 December (Virtual Afternoon of Festive Music – 1.30pm to 2.30pm)
Sunday 7 December (Virtual Evening of Festive Music - 7pm to 8pm)
Both streamed events will be via Zoom, so you can enjoy the music, stories, science and inspiration from the comfort of your own home.
On the day, you can log on up to 15 minutes early, giving you time to get cosy and grab a mince pie before we officially begin. We can’t wait to celebrate with you.
This year’s pre-filmed virtual festive events promise to bring joy, reflection, and community spirit, uniting supporters from across the UK.
Your hosts, Legacy Relationship Managers Maria Stanford and Alison England, will guide you through an inspiring programme that combines moving stories, scientific updates, and uplifting performances.
During the event you’ll:
Hear from our pioneering scientists about the latest breakthroughs in early detection, clinical trials, and how technology is transforming the future of cancer research.
Take a unique look inside the Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute, where life-saving progress is being made every day.
Enjoy festive musical performances, from traditional favourites to modern classics, guaranteed to lift your spirits.
Listen to a powerful personal story from one of our supporters, sharing their own journey and why they’ve chosen to support Cancer Research UK.
Gifts in Wills fund over a third of our life-saving research. These special events are our way of saying thank you to our generous supporters. With your help, we are working towards a world where everybody can lead longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer.
To join us, simply register for one of the Zoom premiere dates linked below:
Once you’ve signed up, you’ll receive a confirmation email from Zoom with your unique link to join. As the day approaches, we’ll also send a reminder email.
Please check your junk or spam folders just in case, and feel free to invite friends and family to sign up separately, or join you in-person, for a special and festive treat.
If you have any questions about the event, please contact us at Eventsdelivery.operations@cancer.org.uk or visit our FAQs page.
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Want to know more about this special event? Find answers to common questions on our FAQs page.
For more information about this festive event, please contact your host, Legacy Relationship Manager, Sarah Newman, on 0203 469 5820.
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Gifts in Wills fund a third of our work to beat cancer. Thanks to your support, more people affected by cancer will enjoy more special moments with the people they love. If you'd like more information on leaving a gift in your Will you can request a free guide.
