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Events Archive Scientific Meetings

Events Archive Scientific Meetings

Upcoming Events

The MRF convenes various scientific meetings each year either in response to an unmet need, as designated by our Scientific Advisory Committee (SAC) or to further the CURE OM, MRFBC, and/or MRF Scientific Initiatives. Often held in conjunction with larger conferences like the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the Society for Melanoma Research, these bring together leading physicians and researchers from around the world to share the latest progress in melanoma science, identify new collaboration opportunities and work towards new breakthroughs in melanoma research, prevention, treatment and survivorship.


Miles for Melanoma San Francisco

November 16, 2025

San Francisco, California San Francisco Zoo 11-16-2025



Miles for Melanoma Atlanta

November 2, 2025

Atlanta, Georgia Brook Run Park 11-2-2025



Miles for Melanoma San Diego

October 18, 2025

San Diego, California De Anza Cove Park 10-18-2025



Miles for Melanoma Los Angeles

October 5, 2025

Los Angeles, California October 5th, 2025 Griffith Park



Miles for Melanoma Seattle

October 4, 2025

Seattle, Washington Marymoor Park 10-4-2025



Miles for Melanoma New York City

September 20, 2025

New York City, New York Pier 45 9-20-2025



Miles for Melanoma Philadelphia

August 23, 2025

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Philadelphia Zoo 8-23-2025



Miles for Melanoma Twin Cities

August 13, 2025

Twin Cities, Minnesota Lake Phalen Park 8-16-2025



Miles for Melanoma Cleveland

August 3, 2025

Cleveland, Ohio Edgewater Park 8-3-2025



Miles for Melanoma Chicago

July 20, 2025

Chicago, Illinois Montrose Beach 7-20-2025



Miles for Melanoma Denver

June 14, 2025

Denver, Colorado Sloan Lake Park 7-14-2025



Miles for Melanoma New England

May 10, 2025

Memphis, Massachusetts Franklin Park Zoo 5-10-2025



Miles for Melanoma Washington

May 3, 2025

Washington, DC Yards Park 5-3-2025



2025 Advocacy Days

March 2, 2025

Join melanoma patients, caregivers, supporters and advocates from across the country on March 2-4, 2025, in Washington, DC to learn about issues facing the melanoma community, our community’s key legislative priorities and then share your story with la …



Pediatric Melanoma Family Retreat Weekend

February 21, 2025

Join Us for the 2025 Pediatric Melanoma Family Retreat Weekend!  The Melanoma Research Foundation is excited to announce its 2025 Pediatric Melanoma Family Retreat, taking place at Camp Boggy Creek in Florida from February 21st to 23rd. This retreat is …




Past Events


Miles for Melanoma Morristown

December 21, 2024

Morristown, New Jersey Ginty Field Park 9-21-2025



Ask the Expert: Understanding Uveal Melanoma: Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment Options

December 16, 2024

Join the Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) on Monday, December 16th at 7:30 PM ET for a discussion about uveal melanoma (UM) and the importance of annual screenings, including dilated eye exams. The webinar will explore current diagnosis challenges, t …



Miles for Melanoma Fort Myers

December 14, 2024

Fort Myers, FL Jet Blue Park 12-14-2024



Miles for Melanoma Fort Myers

December 14, 2024

Fort Myers, FL Jet Blue Park 12-13-2025



Ask the Expert: MRD Testing for Melanoma – The Next Step in Recurrence Prevention

December 12, 2024

Discover how MRD testing is changing the landscape of melanoma care, offering new hope for early detection of recurrence and improved outcomes during our next Ask the Expert webinar. In this session, Dr. Vincent Ma, MD, from the University of Wisconsin …



Webinar – Melanoma Matters: Our Drive for Rural Health Equity “Insurance Barriers to Care”

November 21, 2024

When: Thursday, November 21 from 6:30-8pm ET In a continuation of our Melanoma Matters: Our Drive for Rural Health Equity series, this webinar explores how existing insurances barriers makes accessing melanoma care that much more challenging for rural …



Info Session: 2025 Pediatric Melanoma Family Retreat Weekend

November 13, 2024

The Melanoma Research Foundation is excited to announce its 2025 Pediatric Melanoma Family Retreat, taking place at Camp Boggy Creek in Florida from February 21st to 23rd. This retreat is designed to provide support, education, and fun for families aff …



Miles for Melanoma San Francisco

November 10, 2024

San Francisco, California San Francisco Zoo 11-10-2024



Ask the Expert: Understanding the TIL Cell Therapy Patient Journey

November 7, 2024

Join us for an Ask the Expert webinar featuring Dr. Jose Lutzky, Director of the Cutaneous Oncology Program at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and Gary Alan Klevens, a patient guest, who will share his personal experience with TIL Ce …



Miles for Melanoma Atlanta

November 3, 2024

Atlanta, Georgia Brook Run Park 11-3-2024



Providence Saint John’s Cancer Center Patient and Caregiver Symposium

October 26, 2024

Register Today! Join us for our in-person and virtual cutaneous melanoma patient symposium in partnership with Saint John Cancer Institute & Disney Family Cancer Center to learn the latest in diagnosis, treatment and supportive care surrounding cut …



Annual New York City Gala

October 24, 2024

Attend the New York City Gala! The 23rd annual New York City Gala will take place Thursday, October 24th, 2024 at the Plaza Hotel. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are now available – purchase yours today!  



Miles for Melanoma San Diego

October 20, 2024

San Diego, California De Anza Cove Park 10-20-2024



4th Annual #GetNakedJax Beach Bash

October 17, 2024

IMPORTANT UPDATE: Due to the anticipated impacts of Hurricane Milton, the 4th annual #GetNakedJax event has been rescheduled to Thursday, October 17th. For any questions, please reach out to [email protected]. Support melanoma research Join us i …



13th Annual CURE OM Global Science Meeting

October 9, 2024

Register Today! The Melanoma Research Foundation’s CURE OM initiative is excited to announce that we will be hosting our 13th Annual CURE OM Global Science Meeting held in conjunction with the Society for Melanoma Research Congress! Each year the MRF h …