RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE!
- Date Sun 13th June 2027
- Time 12:01AM PDT
- Location Salem, Oregon
- Price $38.10 - $48.70
- Races 7 races
- Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the 8th Annual RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE on Sunday, June 13, 2027, in beautiful Salem, Marion! This vibrant event features a 10k, 5k, and 1-mile run/walk, all dedicated to raising awareness for International Batten Disease Awareness Day. With an estimated 350 million people worldwide affected by rare diseases, this is your chance to make a difference. The race kicks off at 10 am outside the Pavilion in the North Meadow, and we invite participants of all ages to join us in this inspiring journey.
Registration fees are just $45 for adults and $35 for children, which includes a food and ice cream coupon, a fun photo booth experience, and a stylish event t-shirt. Can’t make it in person? No worries! You can still participate as a virtual runner/walker from anywhere, and we’ll send you an official event t-shirt. Don’t forget to capture your journey and share your support by posting selfies with #RUNWALKFORTHERARE. Let’s come together to change the lives of those with rare diseases and show the world that together, we can make an impact!
Registration fees are just $45 for adults and $35 for children, which includes a food and ice cream coupon, a fun photo booth experience, and a stylish event t-shirt. Can’t make it in person? No worries! You can still participate as a virtual runner/walker from anywhere, and we’ll send you an official event t-shirt. Don’t forget to capture your journey and share your support by posting selfies with #RUNWALKFORTHERARE. Let’s come together to change the lives of those with rare diseases and show the world that together, we can make an impact!
Organiser's Description
Haley's Heroes Foundation presents the 8th Annual RUN/Walk FOR THE RARE, a 10k, 5k, and 1-mile run/walk to support International Batten Disease Awareness Day. Did you know that Rare is everywhere? Join us as we run on Sunday, June 13, 2027. 1 in 10 people have a rare disease, and 50% of those are children. There are more than 7,000 known rare diseases, and an estimated 350 million people globally are diagnosed with a rare disease. YET, 95% of all rare diseases don't have an FDA-approved treatment or cure. Let's run (or walk) to change the course of the lives of all those with rare diseases. Post pictures at #RUNWALKFORTHERARE!
The race will start and finish outside of the Pavilion in the North Meadow. The starting time is 10 am, and all participants should be finished by 12 pm.
Cost is $45 for adults and $35 for children.
Registration fee includes: a food coupon and ice cream coupon, a photo booth, and a t-shirt
June 12 - Early packet pick-up is 2 pm-4 pm at Gallagher's Fitness | 135 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301
June 13 - Packet pick up begins at 9 am at the run
CAN'T ATTEND? BE A HERO RUN/WALK WHERE YOU ARE!
Be a hero from wherever you arerun/walk in place, in your neighborhood, on your favorite trail, or even on your treadmill. Every step helps us move closer to a cure.
Register to join the movement as a virtual participant. Your $45 donation includes an official event t-shirt (shipped right to you!) so you can show your support wherever you are.
Move with purpose. Make an impact. Be a Haleys Hero.
Dont forget to share your journeypost a selfie and tag it with #RUNFORTHERARE so we can celebrate with you!
The race will start and finish outside of the Pavilion in the North Meadow. The starting time is 10 am, and all participants should be finished by 12 pm.
Cost is $45 for adults and $35 for children.
Registration fee includes: a food coupon and ice cream coupon, a photo booth, and a t-shirt
June 12 - Early packet pick-up is 2 pm-4 pm at Gallagher's Fitness | 135 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301
June 13 - Packet pick up begins at 9 am at the run
CAN'T ATTEND? BE A HERO RUN/WALK WHERE YOU ARE!
Be a hero from wherever you arerun/walk in place, in your neighborhood, on your favorite trail, or even on your treadmill. Every step helps us move closer to a cure.
Register to join the movement as a virtual participant. Your $45 donation includes an official event t-shirt (shipped right to you!) so you can show your support wherever you are.
Move with purpose. Make an impact. Be a Haleys Hero.
Dont forget to share your journeypost a selfie and tag it with #RUNFORTHERARE so we can celebrate with you!
Races
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Can't Attend? Be a Hero Run/Walk Where You Are!
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th June 2027 (12:01AM PDT)
$48.70
OPENS 01 DECJoin us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! Well kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate togetherthen stick around for some fun! Enjoy classic favorites like food and ice cream, snap some memories at our photo booth, and grab your event t-shirt as part of the experience. Bring your friends, your energy, and your heart for the cause! Dont forget to post your selfie and tag it #RUNFORTHERARE so we can share in the moment with you! -
RUN/WALK for the RARE 10k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th June 2027 (10:00AM PDT)
$48.70
OPENS 01 DECJoin us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! Well kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate togetherthen stick around for some fun! Enjoy classic favorites like food and ice cream, snap some memories at our photo booth, and grab your event t-shirt as part of the experience. Bring your friends, your energy, and your heart for the cause! Dont forget to post your selfie and tag it #RUNFORTHERARE so we can share in the moment with you! -
RUN/WALK for the RARE 5k
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th June 2027 (10:00AM PDT)
$48.70
OPENS 01 DECJoin us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! Well kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate togetherthen stick around for some fun! Enjoy classic favorites; food and ice cream, snap some memories at our photo booth, and grab your event t-shirt as part of the experience. Bring your friends, your energy, and your heart for the cause! Dont forget to post your selfie and tag it #RUNFORTHERARE so we can share in the moment with you! -
RUN/WALK for the RARE 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th June 2027 (10:00AM PDT)
$48.70
OPENS 01 DECJoin us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! Well kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate togetherthen stick around for some fun! Enjoy classic favorites like food and ice cream, snap some memories at our photo booth, and grab your event t-shirt as part of the experience. Bring your friends, your energy, and your heart for the cause! Dont forget to post your selfie and tag it #RUNFORTHERARE so we can share in the moment with you! -
RUN/WALK for the RARE 10k Race - Child Under 12
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th June 2027 (10:00AM PDT)
$38.10
OPENS 01 DECJoin us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! Well kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate togetherthen stick around for some fun! Enjoy classic favorites like food and ice cream, snap some memories at our photo booth, and grab your event t-shirt as part of the experience. Bring your friends, your energy, and your heart for the cause! Dont forget to post your selfie and tag it #RUNFORTHERARE so we can share in the moment with you! -
RUN/WALK for the RARE 5k Race - Child Under 12
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th June 2027 (10:00AM PDT)
$38.10
OPENS 01 DECJoin us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! Well kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate togetherthen stick around for some fun! Enjoy classic favorites like food and ice cream, snap some memories at our photo booth, and grab your event t-shirt as part of the experience. Bring your friends, your energy, and your heart for the cause! Dont forget to post your selfie and tag it #RUNFORTHERARE so we can share in the moment with you! -
RUN/WALK for the RARE 1 Mile Fun Run - Children Under 12
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 13th June 2027 (10:00AM PDT)
$38.10
OPENS 01 DECJoin us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! Well kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate togetherthen stick around for some fun! Enjoy classic favorites like food and ice cream, snap some memories at our photo booth, and grab your event t-shirt as part of the experience. Bring your friends, your energy, and your heart for the cause! Dont forget to post your selfie and tag it #RUNFORTHERARE so we can share in the moment with you!
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