Schedule at a Glance

Since 2007, Discovery Ball has raised over $42 million to support the American Cancer Society’s mission to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer. It is one of Chicago’s premier fundraising events with national notoriety. Over the years, guests have been entertained by Natalie Cole, Kevin Nealon, Billy Gardell, Keith Urban, Paul Reiser, Hunter Hayes, Colbie Caillat, Barenaked Ladies, Cheap Trick, Niko Moon & Adam Doleac. Celebrity emcees have included Katie Couric, Maria Bartiromo and James Corden.7:00

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• 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM: VIP Reception
  
• 5:30 PM - 6:45 PM: Craft cocktails, festive hors d'oeuvres and silent auction
  
• 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM : Black-tie dinner, program and live auction
  
• 9:30 - Midnight: Late-night party and entertainment
  

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