Delaware Dash for Rare
- Date Sun 4th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Wilmington, Delaware
- Price $11.60 - $38.10
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fitness and community at the Delaware Dash for Rare on Sunday, October 4th, 2026, located in the beautiful Wilmington area of New Castle. This vibrant event features a timed 5K run and a 1-mile walk, perfect for participants of all ages and abilities. Join us at 9 AM for a memorable morning filled with fun, camaraderie, and the opportunity to raise awareness for MPS and ML diseases.
Whether you choose to run or walk, you can enjoy the picturesque route while supporting a great cause. The day kicks off with registration and packet pickup starting at 7:30 AM, followed by the race at 9 AM, and concludes with a delightful family picnic for all attendees and volunteers. If you can't join in person, don’t worry! You can participate virtually by completing the 5K at your own pace and location. Let's come together to make a difference while having a fantastic time! Don't forget to share your journey on social media using #MPSAwareness to spread the word and connect with fellow participants.
Whether you choose to run or walk, you can enjoy the picturesque route while supporting a great cause. The day kicks off with registration and packet pickup starting at 7:30 AM, followed by the race at 9 AM, and concludes with a delightful family picnic for all attendees and volunteers. If you can't join in person, don’t worry! You can participate virtually by completing the 5K at your own pace and location. Let's come together to make a difference while having a fantastic time! Don't forget to share your journey on social media using #MPSAwareness to spread the word and connect with fellow participants.
Organiser's Description
2025 DELAWARE DASH FOR RARE 5K & 1 MILE WALK
The National MPS Society will host a timed 5K run and 1 mile walk, beginning at 9 AM on Saturday, September 27. Packet pickup and day of registration will open at 7:30 AM. A picnic for attendees and volunteers will be held after the race!
This event is open to individuals of all ages and abilities. Once you register, either as an individual or as part of a team, you are set. We would love to see the posts of pictures participants on their 5K route. This is completely optional but since our goal is to bring awareness to MPS and ML, we want to do just that. And by using #MPSAwareness on your social media posts, we will be able to keep up with the fun.
NOT ABLE TO JOIN IN PERSON? PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY!
It is just like any other 5K, except there is no official race location. You get to choose where, with whom, and even how you want to complete the 5K. by participating virtually, you can run the 5K at any time leading up to September 27th. It can even be done in increments, keep track of your distance until you hit the 5K!
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
PLATINUM CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP - $1,500 (Platinum Sponsorship includes corporate name and logo on back of t-shirt, website recognition, banner at the event and up to 20 participants)
GOLD CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP - $1,000 (Gold Sponsorship includes corporate name and logo on back of t-shirt, website recognition, small sign at the event and up to 15 participants)
TEAM SPONSORSHIP LEVEL 1 - $500 (Team Level 1 sponsorship includes corporate name and logo on back of t-shirt, website recognition, and up to 10 participants)
TEAM SPONSORSHIP LEVEL 2 - $300 (Team Level 2 sponsorship includes corporate name and logo on back of t-shirt, website recognition, and up to 5 participants)
Please reach out to Bethany Greene at bethany@mpssociety.org or 919-806-0101 if you are interested in sponsoring the event.
INFORMATION ON T-SHIRTS
In-person runners: Shirts guaranteed if you register by August 10th or for the first 200 registrants.
Virtual runners: Register by August 10th to receive your shirt in time!
RACE DETAILS
7:30 AM: Onsite registration and packet pick-up
9:00 AM: 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk
10:00 AM: Awards
10:25 AM: Family Picnic
START YOUR TEAM FUNDRAISER!
At the top, hover over "Donate"
Select "become a fundraiser"
Create your team page - Choose your photo, team name, bio and fundraising goal!
Share the link for people to donate directly to your fundraiser!
You can do this before or after you register
WANT TO VOLUNTEER?
Please fill out this form and we will be in touch! Volunteer Form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLycPqm8XjUXn7FSVD6WGE7H7iw0HfT3D2fW1BzvGjL48k_Q/viewform?usp=sharing]
The National MPS Society will host a timed 5K run and 1 mile walk, beginning at 9 AM on Saturday, September 27. Packet pickup and day of registration will open at 7:30 AM. A picnic for attendees and volunteers will be held after the race!
This event is open to individuals of all ages and abilities. Once you register, either as an individual or as part of a team, you are set. We would love to see the posts of pictures participants on their 5K route. This is completely optional but since our goal is to bring awareness to MPS and ML, we want to do just that. And by using #MPSAwareness on your social media posts, we will be able to keep up with the fun.
NOT ABLE TO JOIN IN PERSON? PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY!
It is just like any other 5K, except there is no official race location. You get to choose where, with whom, and even how you want to complete the 5K. by participating virtually, you can run the 5K at any time leading up to September 27th. It can even be done in increments, keep track of your distance until you hit the 5K!
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
PLATINUM CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP - $1,500 (Platinum Sponsorship includes corporate name and logo on back of t-shirt, website recognition, banner at the event and up to 20 participants)
GOLD CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP - $1,000 (Gold Sponsorship includes corporate name and logo on back of t-shirt, website recognition, small sign at the event and up to 15 participants)
TEAM SPONSORSHIP LEVEL 1 - $500 (Team Level 1 sponsorship includes corporate name and logo on back of t-shirt, website recognition, and up to 10 participants)
TEAM SPONSORSHIP LEVEL 2 - $300 (Team Level 2 sponsorship includes corporate name and logo on back of t-shirt, website recognition, and up to 5 participants)
Please reach out to Bethany Greene at bethany@mpssociety.org or 919-806-0101 if you are interested in sponsoring the event.
INFORMATION ON T-SHIRTS
In-person runners: Shirts guaranteed if you register by August 10th or for the first 200 registrants.
Virtual runners: Register by August 10th to receive your shirt in time!
RACE DETAILS
7:30 AM: Onsite registration and packet pick-up
9:00 AM: 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk
10:00 AM: Awards
10:25 AM: Family Picnic
START YOUR TEAM FUNDRAISER!
At the top, hover over "Donate"
Select "become a fundraiser"
Create your team page - Choose your photo, team name, bio and fundraising goal!
Share the link for people to donate directly to your fundraiser!
You can do this before or after you register
WANT TO VOLUNTEER?
Please fill out this form and we will be in touch! Volunteer Form [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLycPqm8XjUXn7FSVD6WGE7H7iw0HfT3D2fW1BzvGjL48k_Q/viewform?usp=sharing]
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