The American Cancer Society’s Discovery Ball Nashville returns for its 6th annual event on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the elegant 1 Hotel Nashville.
This unforgettable evening will bring together our community’s most passionate leaders, philanthropists, and advocates—united by a shared commitment to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.
Guests will experience a beautifully curated night featuring a signature cocktail reception, a gourmet plated dinner, an inspiring mission moment, an exciting live auction, and a high-energy after party.
More than a celebration, Discovery Ball is a powerful opportunity to make a lasting impact. Every dollar raised fuels groundbreaking research, provides critical patient support, and drives advocacy efforts that bring us closer to a future where no one has to hear the words “you have cancer.”
We are honored to announce Oliver and Tara Davis as the 2026 Chairs of the Discovery Ball in Nashville, hosted at 1 Hotel Nashville.
Oliver and Tara are deeply committed to supporting the American Cancer Society and its mission to improve the lives of those affected by cancer—especially children and their families. As this year’s “Journey to a Cure,” they look forward to bringing a sense of childlike joy and individuality to the evening, celebrating the spirit and resilience of pediatric cancer patients while uniting the Nashville community in support of this critical cause.
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. We are the only organization improving the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer.
For more than 10 decades, the American Cancer Society has been dedicated to pursuing better outcomes for every cancer, every life. Today, more people are surviving cancer than ever before, but there is still work to be done. Join us, support us, and help us end cancer as we know it, for everyone.
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