Event Day Schedule

We look forward to coming together to walk to end breast cancer with you on Sunday, September 8, 2024! 

7:00 a.m. | Event Site Opens
Don’t forget to pick up your commemorative Komen Wrap for the Opening Ceremony.

Explore our four pillar zones (Research, Care, Community and Action), visit the “We Remember” tent, meet our valued sponsors and more.

7:00 a.m. | Survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer meet at Hope Village.
Don’t miss your opportunity to see who will be crowned Survivor and Co-Survivor of the Year and enjoy some light refreshments. This is also when we’ll get ready for the Opening Ceremony.

While in Hope Village make sure you grab a postcard on ShareForCures, Komen’s breast cancer research registry focused on finding the cures for breast cancer. Learn how you can accelerate discoveries, make an impact, and be a catalyst for change!

8:30 a.m. | Opening Ceremony
Honor survivors, those currently in treatment and those living with metastatic breast cancer as they walk down the Pathway of Hope; celebrate our top fundraisers; and listen to inspiring stories of resilience.

9:00 a.m. | Walk Begins
Gather your team and get ready to walk!

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Post-Walk Celebration
Enjoy music, snacks and activities as we celebrate your success.

Activities for Survivors & Those Living with MBC

This event is a celebration of the strength and resilience of survivors and all people living with metastatic breast cancer. We honor these members of our community at:

Hope Village Celebration | 7:00 a.m.

Join us in the Hope Village area for light refreshments, crowning of the Survivor and Co-Survivor of the Year, and other fun activities.

Pathway of Hope/Survivor Parade | 8:15 a.m.

All survivors, those currently in treatment and those living with metastatic breast cancer will unite and walk into our Opening Ceremony.

ShareForCures

Grab a ShareForCures postcard in Hope Village and dive into the groundbreaking world of Komen’s ShareForCures, a research registry focused only on finding the cures for breast cancer. Be part of something extraordinary and empower the fight against breast cancer. Your participation accelerates discoveries, making a real impact on lives. Don't miss this chance to be a catalyst for change!

Your Event T-shirt

We are now mailing all shirts for $100+ fundraisers, as well as for registered survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer. In order to receive your shirt in time for Walk day*, survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer must register, and participants must register and raise $100+, by Sunday, August 11, 2024. Survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer who register, and participants who register and raise $100+, after Sunday, August 11, 2024, will receive your shirt(s) by mail after the event. The final cut-off date for participants to raise $100+ and receive a shirt is Sunday, October 6, 2024. For those qualifying between August 12th-October 6th, shirts will be delivered approximately three weeks thereafter, the week of October 28th.

*Shirts are being mailed via USPS. As with any shipping provider, delays may occur.

Please note: there will be no t-shirts available for pick up either pre-event or on event day. Thank you for your commitment to Susan G. Komen and our efforts to simplify our t-shirt process.

Activities for Top Fundraisers & Top Teams

Susan G. Komen’s work would not be possible without our fundraisers. It is our honor to recognize those fundraisers who go above and beyond with their efforts and support – our Top Individuals and Top Teams. 

Top Fundraisers – Individuals who raise $1,000+

On event morning, follow the Top Fundraiser signs to the tent reserved for you! You’ll be gifted a special Top Fundraiser item to help you stand apart from the crowd, and we invite you to pop in and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks provided by generous local partners. 

Your Walk T-shirt

We are now mailing all shirts for $100+ fundraisers, as well as for registered survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer. In order to receive your shirt in time for Walk day*, survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer must register, and participants must register and raise $100+, by Sunday, August 11, 2024. Survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer who register, and participants who register and raise $100+, after Sunday, August 11, 2024, will receive your shirt(s) by mail after the event. The final cut-off date for participants to raise $100+ and receive a shirt is Sunday, October 6, 2024. For those qualifying between August 12th-October 6th, shirts will be delivered approximately three weeks thereafter, the week of October 28th.

*Shirts are being mailed via USPS. As with any shipping provider, delays may occur.

Please note: there will be no t-shirts available for pick up either pre-event or on event day. Thank you for your commitment to Susan G. Komen and our efforts to simplify our t-shirt process.

Top Teams – Teams who raise $2,500+

Every team that raises $2,500 or more will be invited to the Top Teams tent to enjoy a light breakfast and take team photos. Team captains will receive a special gift.

Local FAQs

See below for answers to your questions specific to the 2024 Komen DMV Tri-State MORE THAN PINK Walk. For general questions, please visit the General Walk FAQs page.

Local T-Shirt Details

We are now mailing all shirts for $100+ fundraisers, as well as for registered survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer. In order to receive your shirt in time for Walk day*, survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer must register, and participants must register and raise $100+, by Sunday, August 11, 2024. Survivors and those living with metastatic breast cancer who register, and participants who register and raise $100+, after Sunday, August 11, 2024, will receive your shirt(s) by mail after the event. The final cut-off date for participants to raise $100+ and receive a shirt is Sunday, October 6, 2024. For those qualifying between August 12th-October 6th, shirts will be delivered approximately three weeks thereafter, the week of October 28th.

*Shirts are being mailed via USPS. As with any shipping provider, delays may occur.

Please note: there will be no t-shirts available for pick up either pre-event or on event day. Thank you for your commitment to Susan G. Komen and our efforts to simplify our t-shirt process.

How long is the Walk?

The 2024 Komen DMV Tri-State MORE THAN PINK Walk will be 3 miles in length, or you may choose to walk our shorter 1 mile route.

Getting to the Event and Parking

Public transportation is available to Freedom Plaza! METRO opens at 7:00 a.m. on Sundays. Metro Center location (Red/Blue/Orange lines) and Federal Triangle location (Blue/Orange Lines) are the closest stops to Freedom Plaza.

Parking is available at the Ronald Reagan International Trade Center Building. Entrance is on 14th Street between Constitution Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue. Cost is $19 for the day. Click here for more information.

Download parking map

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Are strollers allowed at the event?

Yes! We encourage participants of all ages to join us on event day!

Can I bring my dog(s) to the event?

For the safety of event participants/due to local regulations, only service animals will be allowed at the event.

What is the deadline for fundraising incentives?

All donations on your behalf that are received through Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. CT will be credited to your fundraising total and will be eligible for fundraising incentives.

How long can I continue fundraising?

Fundraising to qualify for an incentive item will close on Sunday, October 6th at 11:59 p.m. CT. However, your MORE THAN PINK Walk website will remain open for donations through the end of the year, until December 31, 2024.

We would like to extend a special thank you to last year’s top fundraisers, teams, and companies for their tremendous support.

2023 Top Fundraisers

2023 Top Teams

2023 Top Companies