Defeat Myeloma

Event Overview

A family friendly run/walk benefiting Fred Hutch. We hope you’ll join us outside on Sunday, June 28, 2026 at Magnuson Park for our in-person event or from your own neighborhood.

• Date: June 28, 2026
• Location: Magnuson Park, 7400 Sandpoint Way NE, Seattle, WA
• Options: 5K or 1 mile for in-person event: virtual distance of your choice
• Cause: Funds and awareness for multiple myeloma cancer research

Registration Details

All registrants will receive custom race bib, safety pins, and sticker.

• Deadline: Must register by June 10 for guaranteed shirt size
• Additional Registrations: After June 10 cannot be guaranteed
• Virtual Packet: Sign up before June 19 to ensure timely arrival
• Register Here: Defeat Myeloma Registration

Event Questions

• When and Where: In-person at Magnuson Park on June 28 at 9:30 am or virtually from home
• Cost: Free for patients and survivors: $35-45 for adults: $15 for kids 10 and under
• Distance: Choose between 5K or 1 mile for in-person
• Time Limit: No time limit—support until last person finishes

Additional Amenities

• Hydration: Water stations available along the course
• Food: Snacks provided at finish line
• Strollers: Allowed: please start at the back
• Dogs: Welcomed if well-behaved and on a short leash

Virtual Participants

If you choose the virtual option, select a safe route in your neighborhood or follow public health guidelines. Share your experience on social media with #defeatmyeloma.

Parking and Volunteers

• Parking: Available in various lots within Magnuson Park
• Volunteers: Needed: sign up info available on the website

Fundraising and Donations

We encourage participants to fundraise to accelerate multiple myeloma research.

• Prizes: Fundraise and receive exclusive rewards
• Donations: Made online via credit card or mailed in
• Tax Deductible: All donations support Fred Hutch, a 501(c)3 nonprofit
• Supporting Research: Proceeds go directly to multiple myeloma research

About Multiple Myeloma

Multiple myeloma is a cancer of plasma cells in the bone marrow. Symptoms include low blood counts, bone issues, and frequent infections.

• Treatments: Chemotherapy, stem cell transplants, and emerging research into immunotherapy
• Awareness: Despite being the second most common blood cancer, funding and treatment options are limited
• Progress: Ongoing research at Fred Hutch is vital for new treatment options
• More Information: Visit Fred Hutch for details