Relay for Life of Suffolk will return this May to show cancer survivors and those still fighting that they’re not alone. The event will be held on May 18 at Nansemond River High School, 3301 Nansemond Parkway.

Survivors and supporters alike will be engaged from noon to 10 p.m. with laps around the school track, fundraising activities held by different teams, live entertainment and food vendors.

Following the opening ceremony at noon there will be non-stop laps that will include survivor and caregiver laps, along with festive alternatives to keep people moving, said Tara Asare, community development manager for Relay for Life of Suffolk.

“It’s just different things to keep it fun and keep people walking around the track,” she said.

There will also be the lighting of the luminarias at 9 p.m. to remember those that have been lost to cancer. Bags are available for purchase online for $10 and on the day of the event as well. These will be personalized to honor loved ones and placed around the track for participants to walk among the candlelit memorials.

As of Tuesday evening, about $25,835 has been raised towards this year’s $150,000 goal, with 53 days to go. Visit relayforlife.org/suffolkva for upcoming deadlines and updates to the event’s schedule. Registration for the event is free.

Those interested in registering as a vendor or who have other questions can contact Tara Asare by email at tara.asare@cancer.org or by calling 493-7972.