RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE!

  • Date Sun 14th June 2026
  • Time 10:00AM PDT
  • Location Salem, Oregon
  • Price $38.10 - $48.70
  • Races 6 races
  • Distances 10km, 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready to lace up your running shoes for the 7th Annual RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE on Sunday, June 14, 2026, in beautiful Salem, Marion! This exciting event features a 10k, 5k, and a family-friendly 1-mile run/walk, all aimed at raising awareness for International Batten Disease Awareness Day. Did you know that 1 in 10 people are affected by a rare disease, with children making up 50% of those diagnosed? Join us as we come together to support the over 350 million people globally facing these challenges, with 95% of rare diseases lacking FDA-approved treatments or cures.

The race kicks off at 10 AM, starting and finishing outside the Pavilion in the North Meadow, with all participants wrapping up by 1 PM. Registration is just $45 for adults and $35 for children, which includes a food coupon for delicious snacks and ice cream to enjoy post-race. Early packet pick-up will be available on June 13 from 2 PM to 4 PM at Gallagher's Fitness. Don’t miss out on this meaningful opportunity to make a differenceβ€”join us and share your journey using #RUNWALKFORTHERARE!

Organiser's Description

Haley's Heroes Foundation presents 7th Annual RUN 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 14, 2026. 1 in 10 people have a rare disease and 50% of those are children. There are more than 7000 known rare diseases and an estimated 350 million people globally diagnosed with a rare disease. YET, 95% of all rare diseases don't have a FDA approved treatment or cure. Let's run (or walk) to change the course of the lives for all those with rare disease. Post pictures at #RUNWALKFORTHERARE!

The race will start and finish outside of the Pavilion in the North Meadow. STARTING TIME IS 10AM AND ALL PARTICIPANTS SHOULD BE FINISHED BY 1PM.

Cost is $45 for adults and $35 for children.

Registration fee includes a food coupon for snacks and ice cream.

June 13 - Early packet pick up is 2pm-4pm at Gallagher's Fitness | 135 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301
June 14 - Packet pick up beginning at 9am at the run

Races

  • RUN/WALK for the RARE 10k

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 14th June 2026 (10:00AM PDT)

    $48.70

    Join us at 10am at Riverfront City Park 200 Water ST NE Salem, OR 97301 We will be starting and finishing by the Pavilion in the North Meadow. Post your selfie #RUNFORTHERARE
  • RUN/WALK for the RARE 5k

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 14th June 2026 (10:00AM PDT)

    $48.70

    Join us at 10am at Riverfront City Park 200 Water ST NE Salem, OR 97301 We will be starting and finishing by the Pavilion in the North Meadow. Post your selfie #RUNFORTHERARE
  • RUN?WALK for the RARE 1 Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 14th June 2026 (10:00AM PDT)

    $48.70

    Join us at 10am at Riverfront City Park 200 Water ST NE Salem, OR 97301 We will be starting and finishing by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Post your selfie #RUNFORTHERARE
  • RUN?WALK for the RARE 10k Race - Child Under 12

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 14th June 2026 (10:00AM PDT)

    $38.10

    Join us at 10am at Riverfront City Park 200 Water ST NE Salem, OR 97301 We will be starting and finishing by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Post your selfie #RUNFORTHERARE
  • RUN?WALK for the RARE 5k Race - Child Under 12

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 14th June 2026 (10:00AM PDT)

    $38.10

    Join us at 10am at Riverfront City Park 200 Water ST NE Salem, OR 97301 We will be starting and finishing by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Post your selfie #RUNFORTHERARE
  • RUN?WALK for the RARE 1 Mile Fun Run - Children Under 12

    Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sun 14th June 2026 (10:00AM PDT)

    $38.10

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200 Water ST NE, Salem, 97301, OR, United States

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