Party in Pink will celebrate breast cancer survivors

Wearing pink isn’t exactly required, but there is sure to be a lot of it at the Party in Pink celebrating breast cancer survivors on Oct. 17.

The event at The Venue Fort Lauderdale features cocktails, food, a silent auction and live entertainment to benefit the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Broward. It’s produced by the South Florida Sun Sentinel Media Group.

About 20 survivors will share their stories and walk the runway in fashions by Dillards, with radio personality Paul Castronovo (BIG 105.9) and the Sun Sentinel’s Rod Stafford Hagwood emceeing.

“Thanks to the support of companies like the Sun Sentinel, the American Cancer Society is there for people in every community affected by breast cancer,” said Monique Stephens, senior manager of Community Development, American Cancer Society. “At the Making Strides walk of Broward, communities embrace a bittersweet mix of purpose – celebrating survivorship and paying meaningful tributes to loved ones lost. From research to education, prevention to diagnosis and treatment to recovery, we provide support to everyone impacted by breast cancer.”

VIP tickets are $65 and include an open bar, VIP seating and free valet.

General admission is $45 and includes two drinks.

Designated driver tickets are $25 and include two nonalcoholic drinks. Everyone gets a gift bag.

To order tickets, go to SunSentinel.com/ pink.

The Party in Pink is 6 to 10 p.m. Oct 17 at The Venue Fort Lauderdale, 2345 Wilton Drive, in Wilton Manors.