Nordstrom and JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) are teaming up again to host the 35th Annual Nordstrom Beat the Bridge to Beat Diabetes event and fundraiser at Husky Stadium. More than 10,000 participants are expected to participate to help raise $2.2 million for the Northwest Chapter of JDRF to support their work in finding a cure for Type One Diabetes.
Beat the Bridge consists of a competitive 8K run and wheelchair race, a non-competitive 3-mile family walk, a 1-mile fun run, and a Diaper Derby for toddlers. Following the race, there will be an awards ceremony, vendors and food trucks located on the stadium field and concourse. Proceeds from the event, including registration fees and donations, benefit the Northwest chapter of JDRF and Type One Diabetes.
REGISTRATION INFO:
Participants are encouraged to register prior to the event. To register online and get more information about Nordstrom Beat the Bridge, click here.
* Online Registration: $30 Regular Registration from Wednesday, now through close of online registration (11:59PM) on Wednesday, May 17
* On-site Registration: $40 on-site at Registration Saturday, May 20th & Sunday, May 21
* Diaper Derby Registration: No Fee (there will be a Diaper Derby sign up tent on the field)
SCHEDULE: (Please arrive early as Montlake Boulevard closes to vehicle traffic at 7:30 a.m.)
* 8:00 a.m. 3-Mile Family Walk
* 8:15 a.m. 1-Mile Fun Run
* 8:30 a.m. Start of 8K Race
* 9:00 a.m. University Bridge goes up (time is approximate). Bridge will go up 20 minutes after the last runner crosses the start line
* 9:30 a.m. Race End and Awards Ceremony (located in Husky Stadium)
* 9:50 a.m. Diaper Derby (on field)
* Fun on the Husky Stadium Field to follow including local food trucks
ROAD CLOSURE DETAILS:
Montlake Boulevard E north of NE Pacific Street will be closed for the duration of the event. Throughout the event, two-way traffic along NE Pacific Street will be controlled by Seattle Police, with only one lane available in each direction. On Thursday, May 18, ‘No Parking’ signs will be posted along 22nd Avenue E, E Roanoke St, Montlake Place E, 19th Avenue E, E Lynn Street, Boyer Avenue E, Fuhrman Avenue E, and NE Campus Parkway to alert drivers of street closures during the event. Participants are encouraged to carpool, take the bus or the U-Link lightrail.
