Launceston 2026

Registration fees 

We are excited to announce a new registration fee structure - offering you the chance to get in early for a cheaper fee, or bring along the family! 

Children under 6 are free.

Refund Policy

Cancer Council do not offer refunds and our general policy is to treat your money as a donation. Should you have made an error whilst registering or donating please contact your local Cancer Council office for assistance.

Ceremonies

Opening Ceremony (CELEBRATE): 10am Saturday

Candle Light Ceremony (REMEMBER): 8pm Saturday

Closing Ceremony (FIGHT BACK): 10pm Saturday

Awards

Awards available at the event include:

•  Step Up Challenge
• Spirit of Relay
• transport2treatment Motorcade
• Top Solo Fundraiser
• Top Team Fundraiser
• Team Challenges
• VIP Tent
• Budget Marquee

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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 merchandise at the upon arrival.

Check with our Relay team on [email protected] for special info about Launceston Relay For Life

Here's what to expect at Relay.

Activities

Step Up Challenge
Silent Disco
Wig Walk
Mascots Laps
Rainbow Hour
transport2treatment Motorcade
Team Challenges

What to bring to Relay

Be sure to come to Relay prepared! Check the forecast the night before and be prepared for inclement weather. Here’s a list of things that teams should be sure to have handy on the day:

• Campsite decorations and team banners
• Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and lip balm
• Your Relay For Life top
• Comfortable walking/running shoes
• Warm clothing (pants, jackets, beanies, gloves, etc.)
• Wet weather gear (raincoat, poncho, umbrella, etc.)
• Torch and spare batteries
• Team costumes
• Spending money and loose change (to purchase food, a candle bag, merchandise or an activity)
• Camera to capture those special moments!

What not to bring

• Alcohol
• Pets (guide dogs and service dogs are welcome)
• Bikes, scooters or roller blades/skates
• Glass containers or bottles
• Chewing gum
• Gas BBQs
• Fundraising money that you want to bank (please bank any money prior to the event or the next business day after Relay)
• Remember, Relay For Life is a smoke-free event.

How do I enter the Step Up Challenge?

- Register for Relay For Life Launceston 2026. You can choose to start your own team, or join the Cancer Council Tasmania Team "Power of Purple" as an individual. 
- Arrive at Relay For Life on Saturday 14 March at 9:30am, and sign up for the challenge between 9:30-9:45am at the Information Site. 
- Steps must be lodged on a step counter or pedometer and completed by one person only. (No watch / device sharing).
- You must be present at the closing ceremony to claim your prize.
- You must be 15 years old to enter.

Purchase your merchandise online HERE and pick up at a local Cancer Council office - no delivery.

Contact your local Cancer Council office to pick up the items before the event OR simply make your way to the Merchandise site at the event and we’ll have your item ready for you.

Hobart –6169 1911, 15 Princes St, Sandy Bay 7005

Launceston –6779 1104, 69 Howick St, Launceston 7250

Devonport – 6419 4206, Suite 2, 45 Best St, Devonport 7310

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 our Special Events Team, [email protected] or call 1300 65 65 85

Youth Policy

The Cancer Council requires that every person under the age of 18 must have approval by a parent or guardian to register for and participate in Relay For Life events. 

Youth Teams

Cancer Council Tasmania requires that teams where the majority of members are under 18 must have two registered adult supervisors present at all times throughout the Relay For Life event. Youth Team Supervisors must be over 21 years of age and are responsible for the behaviour and conduct of the youth they oversee. 

Code of Conduct for Youth Teams

We want all participants to enjoy their Relay For Life experience. Common sense is key to everyone having a good time. This means considering and being respectful of the needs of other participants, abiding by the event rules and complying with all reasonable requests from members of the organising committee or Cancer Council Tasmania staff. 

If you are a School Team, please contact [email protected]

Relay For Life is a time for our community to come together and celebrate cancer survivors, remember those who are no longer with us and fight back against cancer.

If you or anyone you love has ever heard the words ‘you have cancer’, you know how much if affects us and the people around us. None should face cancer alone, so whether you’re a Survivor or Carer, getting involved in your local Relay For Life can introduce you to others who are facing similar challenges and create opportunities for sharing stories, friendship and hope.

To honour your inspiring journey, you’re invited to be our Guest of Honour at Relay For Life.

You can choose to walk in the Survivor and Carer’s Lap of Honour or just come along for the celebrations.

Our communities wouldn’t be the same without you, so thank you!

If you are having trouble registering, please contact our support team - 1300 65 65 85 | [email protected]

Here's how you're making a difference

$10 Helps us to provide free exercise programs to assist cancer patients in building strength and fitness during treatment.

$30 Helps transport cancer patients to and from their treatment.

$50 Helps our cancer support line 13 11 20 provide free and confidential support on all aspects of cancer.

$200 Adds a wig to our library for lending to clients who are experiencing hair loss due to cancer treatment.

Seize the Day Educational Scholarship

Your money also allows us to offer our Seize the Day Educational Scholarships. For more information, please read the following document, Seize the Day - Supporting young Tasmanians impacted by cancer.

How we helped in the last year

$5.8 million+  has been invested into cancer research over the past 26 years. 

253,892 is the number of times our prevention messages were seen online by Tasmanians.

66,800 Tasmanian children (and their families) are part of the SunSmart program in childcare and schools across the state.

500+ wigs are now available to those experiencing hairloss due to cancer treatment

$30,000 of Seize the Day Scholarships were awarded to 29 brave young people who have been impacted by cancer.

238,000km's were covered by our transport2treatment drivers - that's the equivalent of driving around the world nearly 6 times! 

Thank you for enabling us to empower and support Tasmanians impacted by cancer since 1995.