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
Join us for the exhilarating Rare Disease Fun Run on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Railroad Park in Birmingham, Jefferson! This inclusive event features both a 5K and a 1-Mile Fun Run, welcoming everyone from seasoned runners to families with strollers. It's a fantastic opportunity to unite the community in support of the UAB Undiagnosed Disease Program while raising awareness about rare and undiagnosed diseases.
Participants can look forward to a day filled with energy and excitement, all while contributing to a noble cause. The event kicks off at 8:00 am, and every 5K participant will receive a finisher medal! Bring your friends and family, lace up those running shoes, and join us for a celebration of hope, discovery, and community spirit. Let’s make a difference together and help shine a light on the challenges faced by those living with rare conditions!
Participants can look forward to a day filled with energy and excitement, all while contributing to a noble cause. The event kicks off at 8:00 am, and every 5K participant will receive a finisher medal! Bring your friends and family, lace up those running shoes, and join us for a celebration of hope, discovery, and community spirit. Let’s make a difference together and help shine a light on the challenges faced by those living with rare conditions!
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 race will be run with chipped bibs, 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
All 5K participants will receive a FINISHER MEDAL.
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 race will be run with chipped bibs, 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
All 5K participants will receive a FINISHER MEDAL.
Races
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1 Mile Fun Run
Sat 28th February 2026 (8:15AM CST)
Free
OPENS 12 DEC- 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
OPENS 12 DEC- Strollers are welcome! -All participants will receive a finisher medal.
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