Sponsors and supporters of Philly Fights Cancer gathered at Philadelphia’s Fitler Club on Monday, September 23 for the Philly Fights Cancer: Round 5 Patron Party, a fundraiser which took place before the annual Philly Fights Cancer event on Saturday, October 26^th. Guests enjoyed a silent auction inclusive of items from notable Philadelphia restaurants and businesses, including Garces Catering, Scarpetta, Neiman Marcus, Tito’s, Evantine Design, Newuman’s Kitchen, and A. Jacoby & Company. The evening also included light bites from the Fitler Club’s exclusive chef Mark Vetri, as well as hand-crafted cocktails and live entertainment.

The event served as a pre-fundraiser for Philly Fights Cancer: Round 5. All money raised from the Patron Party will go towards clinical trials and translational research at Penn’s Abramson Cancer Center.

Excitement is high as Philly Fights Cancer: Round 5 approaches, which will once again take place at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. The 5-year milestone of this event also marks an astounding $26 million raised since 2015. Over 2,000 guests will be in attendance at this year’s event, with entertainment including Hugh Jackman, John Mulaney, Andy Grammer and Lauren Hart.