Rare Disease Day
- Date Sat 28th February 2026
- Time 7:50AM CST
- Location Plano, Texas
- Price Free - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Rare Disease Day 5K on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in Plano, Collin! This exciting event aims to raise awareness for the 300 million people around the globe living with rare diseases. Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking for a fun way to support a worthy cause, this 5K and 1-mile event is perfect for participants of all ages and abilities.
Every finisher will receive a custom event-themed medal, while the top four runners in each age group will earn an additional award medal! With age divisions ranging from 0-4 to 80+, there's a chance for everyone to shine. Plus, all registrants will receive an event-themed participation t-shirt, so be sure to register by February 14 to guarantee your size. Come out to make a difference, enjoy a great day of running, and help us shine a light on rare diseases!
Every finisher will receive a custom event-themed medal, while the top four runners in each age group will earn an additional award medal! With age divisions ranging from 0-4 to 80+, there's a chance for everyone to shine. Plus, all registrants will receive an event-themed participation t-shirt, so be sure to register by February 14 to guarantee your size. Come out to make a difference, enjoy a great day of running, and help us shine a light on rare diseases!
Organiser's Description
Run Different is honored to present our first ever RARE DISEASE DAY 5K! Rare Disease Day is observed on February 28th each year to raise awareness for the 300 million people worldwide living with rare diseases. Help us bring attention to this often-overlooked cause! Finishers will receive a CUSTOM EVENT-THEMED MEDAL! Those who place top FOUR in their age group will win an _ADDITIONAL AWARD MEDAL_!
Registration Includes:
- Event-themed participation t-shirt _(5K & 1M)_ _**REGISTER BY 02/14 TO GAURANTEE YOUR T-SHIRT SIZE**_
- Custom Finisher Medal _(5K & 1M)_
- Eligibility for Age Group Awards _(5K ONLY)_
AGE GROUPS WILL BE AWARDED 3 DEEP IN THE FOLLOWING DIVISIONS: M/F 0-4, M/F 5-9, M/F 10-14, M/F 15-19, M/F 20-24, M/F 25-29, M/F 30-34, M/F 35-39, M/F 40-44, M/F45-49, M/F 50-54, M/F 55-59, M/F 60-64, M/F 65-69, M/F 70-74, M/F 75-79, M/F 80+. OUR OVERALL MALE, OVERALL FEMALE, MALE MASTERS (40+), FEMALE MASTERS (40+), MALE GRAND MASTERS (60+), & FEMALE GRAND MASTERS (60+) WILL RECEIVE _PLATINUM MEDALS_!
**AWARDS WILL BE DISTRIPUTED AT THE EVENT. WE WILL NOT SHIP AWARDS. PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK ON YOUR RESULTS PRIOR TO LEAVING THE EVENT.**
Registration Includes:
- Event-themed participation t-shirt _(5K & 1M)_ _**REGISTER BY 02/14 TO GAURANTEE YOUR T-SHIRT SIZE**_
- Custom Finisher Medal _(5K & 1M)_
- Eligibility for Age Group Awards _(5K ONLY)_
AGE GROUPS WILL BE AWARDED 3 DEEP IN THE FOLLOWING DIVISIONS: M/F 0-4, M/F 5-9, M/F 10-14, M/F 15-19, M/F 20-24, M/F 25-29, M/F 30-34, M/F 35-39, M/F 40-44, M/F45-49, M/F 50-54, M/F 55-59, M/F 60-64, M/F 65-69, M/F 70-74, M/F 75-79, M/F 80+. OUR OVERALL MALE, OVERALL FEMALE, MALE MASTERS (40+), FEMALE MASTERS (40+), MALE GRAND MASTERS (60+), & FEMALE GRAND MASTERS (60+) WILL RECEIVE _PLATINUM MEDALS_!
**AWARDS WILL BE DISTRIPUTED AT THE EVENT. WE WILL NOT SHIP AWARDS. PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK ON YOUR RESULTS PRIOR TO LEAVING THE EVENT.**
Rare Disease Day
