2016 Games of Acadiana
- Cost:
- Free
- Cajundome Covention Center
- 444 Cajundome Blvd, Lafayette, LA United States
Additional Information
Miles Perret Cancer Services invites you to Play with a Purpose at the 16th Annual Games of Acadiana on Saturday, August 20th from 10am-4pm at the Cajundome Convention Center.
The first Games of Acadiana (GOA) was held on August 25, 2001 at the Cajundome. GOA was the vision of family and friends of 8-year old Miles Perret, who lost his battle with cancer in 1996. The success of the first GOA enabled Miles Perret Cancer Services to open less than a year later.
GOA is still the signature fundraiser of MPCS. Businesses and individuals from across Acadiana come together to support MPCS’ mission of helping families fight, survive, and live with cancer. MPCS has served over 13,000 families in Acadiana since its doors opened in 2002.
This unique family day of fun holds over 60 games and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Opening Ceremonies features an inspiring “Survivor Walk,” a way to honor those surviving and living with cancer. Game Day then begins and participants can enjoy some old favorites like Hula-Hoop, Home Run Derby, Monster Spider Jump, Quarterback Pass, and Candy Land. New games for 2016 include Snow Mountain, Spider Climb, Knocker Balls, and a Zipline!
“We plan all year for this.” says MCPS Executive Director Nicole Jones. “It’s such a privilege to be able to share Game Day with inspiring survivors, their loved ones, and our generous community.”
For more information on Game Day, or on the services that Miles Perret Cancer Services provides, visit milesperret.org or call 337-984-1920.