Rare Disease Fun Run
- Date Sat 28th February 2026
- Time 8:00AM CST
- Location Birmingham, Alabama
- Price Free
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Get ready for an inspiring and inclusive experience at the Rare Disease Fun Run taking place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in the heart of Birmingham, Alabama! This exciting event features a 5K race and a 1-Mile Fun Run, welcoming everyone from seasoned runners to casual walkers, strollers, and wheelchair racers. It's a fantastic opportunity to join the community in raising awareness for the UAB Undiagnosed Disease Program and to support those living with rare and undiagnosed diseases.
Starting at 8:00 AM at Railroad Park, participants can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with hope and determination. All 5K racers will receive a finisher medal, and those opting for timed results will have chipped bibs to track their performance. Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and be part of a meaningful celebration that fosters community spirit and supports the quest for answers in the realm of rare diseases. Don't miss this chance to make a difference while having fun!
Starting at 8:00 AM at Railroad Park, participants can enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with hope and determination. All 5K racers will receive a finisher medal, and those opting for timed results will have chipped bibs to track their performance. Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and be part of a meaningful celebration that fosters community spirit and supports the quest for answers in the realm of rare diseases. Don't miss this chance to make a difference while having fun!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the 2nd UAB Undiagnosed Disease 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run! Whether you're a runner, walker, rucker, stroller-pusher, cyclist, or wheelchair racer, this inclusive event welcomes participants of all kinds. Our goal is to raise awareness for the UAB Undiagnosed Disease Program and to increase global knowledge about rare diseases. This event will bring the community together to support the search for answers for individuals living with rare and undiagnosed diseases. Its more than just a raceit's a celebration of hope and discovery.
Lets help raise awareness, foster community, and support those with rare conditions. Mark your calendars, bring your friends and family, and come make a difference with us!
This 5K race will be run with chipped bibs for participants who select to be timed, so race results will be available after the race is complete.
DATE: Saturday, February 28, 2026
TIME: 8:00 am
LOCATION: Railroad Park-1600 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, Al 35233
TIMING COMPANY: The Right Time
Click here for the course map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6681043958/]
All 5K participants will receive a FINISHER MEDAL.
****IMPORTANT****: PACKET PICK UP LOCATIONS!
We will be offering multiple options for packet pick up to make pick up convenient for participants. There will be the following pick up options:
* Tuesday, February 17th from 11am-12:30pm at Railroad Park 1600 1st Ave, S. Birmingham, AL 35233 (right across from HERO)
* Thursday, February 19th from 10:30am-3:30pm at UAB Ryals School of Public Health Building 1665 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35294
* Thursday, February 19th from 11am-1pm at Railroad Park 1600 1st Ave, S. Birmingham, AL 35233 (right across from HERO)
* Saturday, February 21st from 1pm-3pm at the Railroad Park 1600 1st Ave, S. Birmingham, AL 35233 (right across from HERO)
* Monday, February 23rd from 11am-1:00pm at UAB Ryals School of Public Health Building 1665 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35294
* Tuesday, February 24th from 10am-1pm at Railroad Park 1600 1st Ave, S. Birmingham, AL 35233 (right across from HERO)
PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
Lets help raise awareness, foster community, and support those with rare conditions. Mark your calendars, bring your friends and family, and come make a difference with us!
This 5K race will be run with chipped bibs for participants who select to be timed, so race results will be available after the race is complete.
DATE: Saturday, February 28, 2026
TIME: 8:00 am
LOCATION: Railroad Park-1600 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, Al 35233
TIMING COMPANY: The Right Time
Click here for the course map [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6681043958/]
All 5K participants will receive a FINISHER MEDAL.
****IMPORTANT****: PACKET PICK UP LOCATIONS!
We will be offering multiple options for packet pick up to make pick up convenient for participants. There will be the following pick up options:
* Tuesday, February 17th from 11am-12:30pm at Railroad Park 1600 1st Ave, S. Birmingham, AL 35233 (right across from HERO)
* Thursday, February 19th from 10:30am-3:30pm at UAB Ryals School of Public Health Building 1665 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35294
* Thursday, February 19th from 11am-1pm at Railroad Park 1600 1st Ave, S. Birmingham, AL 35233 (right across from HERO)
* Saturday, February 21st from 1pm-3pm at the Railroad Park 1600 1st Ave, S. Birmingham, AL 35233 (right across from HERO)
* Monday, February 23rd from 11am-1:00pm at UAB Ryals School of Public Health Building 1665 University Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35294
* Tuesday, February 24th from 10am-1pm at Railroad Park 1600 1st Ave, S. Birmingham, AL 35233 (right across from HERO)
PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
Races
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1 Mile Fun Run
Sat 28th February 2026 (8:15AM CST)
Free
CLOSED- Parents and guardians are encouraged to walk with children who are registered for the walk. - Strollers are welcome! -All participants will receive a finisher medal. -
5K Run/Walk
Sat 28th February 2026 (8:00AM CST)
Free
CLOSED- Strollers are welcome! -All participants will receive a finisher medal.
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