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A Preview of the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Route

 

Two men in pink cowboy hats at the 2024 Dallas/Fort Worth Komen 3-Day

We are so excited to continue the 2025 Susan G. Komen 3-Day® in just a few days, when the Pink Bubble descends on Dallas/Fort Worth! The 60-mile journey ahead promises not only community and inspiration, but also beautiful city sights, charming neighborhoods and Texas-sized fun.  

Day 1 

The 3-Day kicks off bright and early in the Lone Star State with the inspiring Opening Ceremony at the Hyatt Regency Dallas, right in the heart of downtown. Then walkers will head out on the route, where the adrenaline and excitement of the Pink Bubble will fuel the first leg of the 60-mile walk. You’ll head east through the Government District, an area known for Dallas’s civic buildings and historic monuments. The route leads into Deep Ellum, a vibrant Dallas neighborhood celebrated for the live music that fills the streets and its eclectic restaurants.  

You’ll pass Tudor-style homes as you walk through the Hollywood/Santa Monica neighborhood of east Dallas. Along the route, you’ll also see beloved local landmarks like the giant 30-foot eyeball sculpture and the striking red Pegasus.  

Giant eyeball sculpture at the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day

Back at the hotel, you’ll be welcomed with Bank of America’s massage chairs, a well-deserved dinner and the exciting Celebration of Champions.  

Day 2 

Before heading out for a second day of walking and exploring, be sure to grab a bite to eat for breakfast at the hotel. Then, get ready for a fun bus ride to the beautiful city of Fort Worth. Walkers will stroll through the serene Fort Worth Water Gardens, located in downtown Fort Worth and known for its tranquil pools and fountains. You’ll visit the JFK Tribute, a bronze sculpture honoring President John F. Kennedy and nearby, Veteran’s Memorial Park, dedicated to the heroes of World Wars I and II.  

Back at the 3-Day camp (hotel), you’ll have time to rest and eat before attending the heartfelt Honor Ceremony where we will recognize and share stories of those impacted by breast cancer. 

Fort Worth Gardens at the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day

Day 3 

As the sun rises on your final day, you’ll lace up your shoes one more time for the last push of the 60-mile journey. The route begins from the hotel and will take walkers on another day full of exploration.  Walkers will get to see Turtle Creek Park, a true gem in the heart of city enjoyed by residents and visitors alike, and the Dallas Museum of Art, which is one of the largest art museums in the country. You will see many much more of Dallas’s most scenic and inspiring spots before you reach the Finish Line Festival, where the community will be there waiting to cheer you on. 

There are so many more special places waiting along the Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day route. Whether it’s your first walk with the Pink Bubble, or your 10th, we know this experience will fill your heart and we can’t wait to see you there. 

Two women jumping for joy at the 222024 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day

2022 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Top Fundraisers

The Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day boasted a grand total of 725 walkers and 225 crew members. With the help of our top fundraisers recognized below, $2.2 million was raised in the fight against breast cancer.  

Our top fundraisers were recognized Saturday morning of the event at our Bank of America Breakfast of Champions. Bank of America celebrates our fundraising champions with a collective $25,000 donation to jump start participants on their 2023 fundraising! Join us in congratulating these top fundraisers for their incredible achievements.? 

Meet your 2022 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Top Fundraisers: 

Our top individual fundraiser is Melissa W.! Melissa raised over $43,000 this year and has raised over $47,000 total in the two years she’s been participating in the 3-Day. Melissa received a $300 donation from Bank of America towards her fundraising for next year’s 3-Day. 

Our top crew fundraiser is Fee P-B. Fee raised $6,071 this year and has raised over $76,000 total over the 13 3-Day events she’s participated in. Fee received a $300 donation from Bank of America towards her fundraising efforts for 2023. 

Our small but mighty team award is The Keepers, who raised almost $40,000 with only five team members. The Keepers received a $250 donation from Bank of America towards their 2023 fundraising efforts.  

Last, but surely not least, is our top fundraising team STEPS! STEPS is captained by Sheryl Cowan and Dana Bilbray. Together, the team has raised more than $139,000 this year. In total, the 63 team members have raised $1.36 million to date in the 12 years they have been a team. We thank STEPS for the amazing commitment they have to Susan G. Komen and the 3-Day! 

Thank you to all of our top fundraisers, and to all of our 2022 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day participants who together raised $2.2 million in the fight against breast cancer. Stay tuned for our last top fundraiser blog from the San Diego 3-Day in just a couple weeks! 

2022 Dallas/Fort Worth 3-Day Milestone Award Winner

If you’ve ever participated in a Susan G. Komen 3-Day event, you’ve probably seen or talked to Jennifer S. Participating in 28 events over eight years, Jennifer has raised more than $91,000 to date! We talked to Jennifer about what the 3-Day means to her and even got a testimonial from her team, Pink Soles in Motion. 

What was your inspiration to do your first 3-Day? 

My girlfriend, who had walked before, suggested that we walk after I finished my treatment. I was excited to show cancer that it was not the boss of me ? it could not dictate how I would live! I went after it, determined to be successful; to raise the money and walk all 60 miles. Whew! It changed me forever. 

What has brought you back to the 3-Day year after year?  

I walk because I can’t walk away. That is true and there is so much more. A few hours into my first walk, I discovered that it was not about me at all, it was so much bigger. Everyone there had a story, a compelling reason for their participation, and I was overwhelmed, inspired and committed. Then, oh my heart, the young women I see in the survivor circle. This is so wrong; young women should not have to make these hard decisions. 

Somehow, once you are part of this world, you tend to meet people who are also part of this world. Do you know what I mean? I am reminded all the time of the importance of the money we raise. I am not a scientist or a doctor, but I can raise money.  

Finally, being part of our community fills my bucket. The joy, kindness and shared higher purpose of our walkers, crew and volunteers lifts me up. I believe it’s the world the way it should be, could be. 

What is the secret to your 3-Day fundraising success? 

I wish I had a secret :). I have been so fortunate; blessed really by people who have jumped in to help, and some who contribute every year. I am pretty much fundraising ALL the time; it might be considered an obsession. I have learned how to ask. I use the Facebook fundraiser and ask for my birthday, Christmas and of course October ? Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I tell everyone I meet what I am doing, ask them to join me and ask for a donation. I do tithe to myself, a little bit each month. I sell filled Easter eggs every year and hide them for an extra charge. Our team has a golf tournament, sells wreaths at the holidays and tamales for Christmas. I was blessed to have a couple of matchers help me this year which made a huge difference.  

What is your best advice to anyone walking the 3-Day? 

Oh gosh. Train; train in the shoes, socks, clothes and pack you intend to use for the event. Resist the temptation to purchase something new the night or the week before. Find some veteran walkers and pick their brains. Then, relax and enjoy the event. It’s 60 miles whether you walk the whole way or ride in the sweep vans a bit. There is no judgement on the 3-Day. 

What’s a fun fact about you? 

My fun fact is that I learned to ice skate at the ripe old age of 44 and earned a gold medal in a senior competition. 

Jennifer’s team, Pink Soles in Motion, provided a brief testimonial about her: 

“Everyone knows Jennifer because she is a cheerleader, a motivator, and a supporter and because Pink Soles in Motion has named her our unofficial 3-Day ambassador. Jennifer’s dedication to the 3-Day and Pink Soles in Motion has helped raise awareness for the cause and made the Pink Bubble an even better place to be. We wouldn’t be surprised if she bleeds pink! So, for a good time…walk with Jennifer!! Congratulations Jennifer! We love you.” 

Congratulations, Jennifer, on receiving this award, and for all of the accomplishments you’ve achieved from funds raised to the amount of years participated in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day! Stay tuned for our last 2022 Milestone Award Winner Blog for the San Diego 3-Day and read about our other Milestone Award Winners here.