Skirvin Hotel to hosts Pink Tie fundraiser for breast cancer

Join Susan G. Komen's Pink Tie Ball in Oklahoma City this Saturday for a casino night fundraiser at the Skirvin Hotel, advancing breast cancer research and patient care.

Friday, April 18th 2025, 9:20 am

By: Colby Thelen

Oklahoma City -

The world's leading breast cancer organization is bringing it's "Pink Tie Ball" to downtown Oklahoma City.

On Saturday, the Susan G. Komen organization will host a casino night fundraiser at the Skirvin Hotel.

Proceeds from the "Pink Tie Ball" will go toward breast cancer research, patient care services and overall education.

In addition to casino-style games, the ball includes a dinner, program, entertainment, and stories of survivors.

According to the organization, 33% of the deaths caused by breast cancer in the country could be prevented by access to modern treatments.

The "Pink Tie Ball" begins at 6:00 p.m. and formal attire is required.

Tickets are available at https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-001C000001DUKP9IAP/events/vevt:d2ead72f-282e-4d5e-85fe-fadc324d75eb/home/story.

Colby Thelen

Colby Thelen joined the News 9 team in 2020, and he co-anchors News 9 This Morning on weekdays. He has a passion for storytelling and is especially drawn to stories that highlight conservation and culture. Some of Colby’s favorite projects have been traveling to Africa and Mexico with the Oklahoma City Zoo, highlighting their different conservation efforts.