Patrick Dempsey, 900 others roll along on Day 2 of Dempsey Challenge

The Buckfield native, actor and Dempsey Center namesake was one of about 900 who set off on bicycles Sunday morning to sweat, inspire and honor the fight against cancer.

‘We walk for those who can’t.’ Dempsey Challenge kicks off

‘A great cause:’ Dempsey Challenge kicks off in Lewiston

The event kicks off officially at 7 a.m. Saturday when Patrick Dempsey hosts the opening ceremonies in the park.

PHOTOS & SCHEDULE: Kicking off the Dempsey Challenge

Volunteers, staff and participants stream into Simard-Payne Memorial Park in Lewiston Friday afternoon as the 2019 Dempsey Challenge kicks off.

PHOTOS: Fast Freddie gives students bicycles in Greene

Brewer woman wins Amanda Dempsey Award

The 84-year-old volunteers to help cancer patients even as she undergoes treatment.

Patrick Dempsey’s public appearances

Want to see the actor at the Dempsey Challenge this weekend? Here's where he'll be.

Dempsey Challenge event schedule

Events are held at Simard-Payne Memorial Park in Lewiston unless otherwise noted.

Patrick Dempsey hopes to expand center’s services throughout Maine

The nonprofit hopes to raise $1.5 million through the Dempsey Challenge this weekend.

Dempsey Center by the numbers