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Breast Cancer Awareness Month events in Durban this October

From pink walks and fun runs to a paddle and a high tea, here are some of the ways you can show your support this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Lauren Anthony
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October has turned Durban pink, with communities getting involved in a number of events that support Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

This is an important cause to rally behind, and if you don't know how to get involved, then we've got you covered!

Here are some of the Breast Cancer Awareness Month events you can support this month.

READ: Events: What’s on in Durban

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Pink walks, paddles and high teas to support in Durban

Walk In Pink Umhlanga

Put on your pink and join this community walk in Umhlanga, raising awareness and showing support for those affected by breast cancer. Whether you're walking for someone special, remembering a loved one, or simply showing your support, every step counts.

  • When: Saturday, 17 October 2026
  • Time: 7 am
  • Where: Durban View Park, Umhlanga, across from Daily Dose
  • Tickets: R50 via Webtickets

Pink Paddle for CANSA Breast Cancer Awareness and Water Safety

Combine breast cancer awareness with water safety at this Pink Paddle, hosted with the Gagasi Bodyboarding Club. The event lets you get active while supporting an important cause.

  • When: Saturday, 24 October 2026
  • Time: 9am–12pm
  • Where: Ushaka Beach, 1 King Shaka Avenue, Point, Durban
  • Tickets: R100 via Quicket
  • Important: Only 50 tickets are available.
  • Contact: Gagasi Bodyboarding Club: Bongani, 078 331 3254 | CANSA: Natasha, 081 477 8947
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CANSA Shades of Pink Davenport Square 5km Fun Run/Walk

The 10th annual Shades of Pink Fun Run/Walk brings the community together for a 5km event supporting CANSA. Lace up, gather your friends and family, and show your support while getting active.

  • When: Sunday, 25 October 2026
  • Time: 8 am–11 am
  • Where: Davenport Square, 89 Helen Joseph Road, Bulwer, Durban
  • Tickets: R100 via Quicket | Sales close Friday, 16 October at 10 pm
  • Contact: Natasha Brown on 081 477 8947 | nbrown@cansa.org.za 
  • Group bookings: For two or more bookings, email names and T-shirt sizes to nbrown@cansa.org.za 

Whispers of Hope Breast Cancer Awareness High Tea

Dress up in your Bows & Pearls and head to the Radisson Blu for an afternoon dedicated to raising awareness and supporting The PinkDrive. The annual high tea features a welcome drink, elegant high tea, a motivational speaker, live entertainment, a 360° camera and photo booth, gift bags, brand pop-ups, networking, plus a raffle and live auction.

  • When: Saturday, 24 October 2026
  • Time: From 11 am
  • Where: Conference Hall, 4th Floor, Radisson Blu Hotel Durban Umhlanga, 7 Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga
  • Tickets: R695 via Quicket
  • Dress code: Bows & Pearls
  • Age restriction: No under-18s
  • Bookings: info.durban.umhlanga@radissonblu.com 
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