AYAs Take Chicago

Join us for AYAs Take Chicago 2026 event, a free, one-of-a-kind evening of connection, creativity, and community for young people impacted by cancer. This year’s theme, **#NoFilter**, invites participants into a space where nothing has to be polished or performance-ready—just real. With interactive zones, food, music and a powerful community panel, this event celebrates authenticity, survivorship and healing on your own terms. For Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) cancer patients, survivors, caregivers and supporters ages 15 to 39.

Thursday, April 2, 2026
6 to 10 p.m.
Sarabande, 2726 W Roscoe St, Chicago, IL 60618

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About AYA

AYAs Take Chicago brings together AYA cancer patients, survivors and their loved ones through collaborative, community-driven events that foster connection, healing, and empowerment. Their signature reflects their commitment to addressing the unique challenges of AYA cancer through shared stories, accessible resources and a vibrant support network.

AYA's vision is to build a thriving, empowered, and deeply connected community for adolescents and young adults (AYAs) impacted by cancer, and their supporters, across Chicagoland—where no one faces the cancer journey feeling unseen or alone.