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Looking for an exciting way to support a great cause? Join Team Lily and take part in one of our community fundraising events to help us fight mitochondrial disease.

Browse our charity challenges below and sign up solo or with friends and family. Whether you prefer sports or social events, there’s something for everyone.

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To find out what fundraising events are taking place closer to home, please visit the Run for Charity website then select the region you’re interested in.

Organise your own charity event

Don’t see an event that suits you? Why not organise your own? Whether it’s a personal challenge or a group activity, we’re here to offer support and advice to ensure your community event is a success.

Whatever you choose, you’ll be helping to create positive change for those living with mitochondrial disease.

Thank you for your support x

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Lily Events - Awareness

Take a Stand 2026

Location:
Anywhere you choose!
Start date:
14 Sep 2026
End date:
31 Dec 2026

Help put mito on the map during World Mitochondrial Disease Week. Setting up an awareness stand is a brilliant way to get people talking about mitochondrial disease in your community. We’ll provide everything you need to get started – all you need to do is pick your spot.

Lily Events

The Big Lily Quiz 2026

Start date:
16 May 2026
End date:
31 Dec 2026

Do you know your general knowledge from your nonsense? Fancy turning trivia into real support for people affected by mitochondrial disease? Then it’s time to host your own Big Lily Quiz Night – the perfect recipe for fun, facts and fundraising with friends!

Lily Events - Golf

Lily Golf Day 2026

Location:
Croham Hurst Golf Club
Date:
11 Sep 2026

Tickets are now SOLD OUT for our annual charity Golf Day at Croham Hurst Golf Club. However, we’re still looking for individual or companies to sponsor a hole at the event – it’s a great way to promote your business, celebrate someone special or show your support if you can’t be there in person.

Lily Events - Support

Lily Young Adult Support Weekend 2026 – Save the Date

Location:
Lake District Calvert Trust, Keswick
Start date:
2 Oct 2026
End date:
4 Oct 2026

Save the date for our Young Adult Weekend – two days of excitement and adventure for mitochondrial disease patients aged between 18 and 35 in the beautiful Lake District.

Lily Events - Comedy

Lily Comedy Night 2027 – Save the Date

Location:
The Comedy Store, London
Date:
23 Feb 2027

Clear your calendar for Tuesday 23rd February for our Lily Comedy Night! Keep an eye out for ticket announcements soon! Every ticket sold helps support patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease and fund life-changing research.

Lily Events - Golf

Lily South West Golf Day 2027 – Save the Date

Location:
Cumberwell Park Golf Club
Date:
28 May 2027

Calling all golfers! We’re heading back to Cumberwell Park Golf Club the South West on Friday 28th May 2027 for a charity golf day you won't want to miss. Grab your friends or colleagues, polish your clubs and watch this space for ticket releases!

Lily Events - Support

Lily Family Support Weekend 2027 – Save the Date

Location:
Chesford Grange Hotel, Warwickshire
Start date:
16 Jul 2027
End date:
18 Jul 2027

The Lily Family Support Weekend 2027 will take place at the Chesford Grange Hotel in Warwickshire from 16th-18th July. This is an invite-only event for families with children under the age of 18 (including bereaved families) who have been directly affected by mitochondrial disease.

Lily Events

The Lily Ball 2027 – Save the Date

Date:
9 Oct 2027

Join us in October 2027 for an unforgettable evening of fun and fundraising in aid of patients and families affected by mitochondrial disease. Next year’s Lily ball will be bigger and bolder than ever before, so mark your calendars for this very special night of celebration and support.