RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE!

Event Overview

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.

• Date: June 13, 2027
• Location: 200 Water St NE, Salem, OR
• Statistics: 1 in 10 people have a rare disease, and 50% of those are children.
• Global Impact: There are more than 7,000 known rare diseases, affecting an estimated 350 million people.

Race Details

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.

• Race Types: 10k, 5k, and 1-mile run/walk
• Cost: $45 for adults and $35 for children
• Registration Fee Includes: food coupon, ice cream coupon, photo booth, and a t-shirt
• Post Pictures: Use #RUNWALKFORTHERARE!

Packet Pick-Up

• June 12: Early packet pick-up from 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

Virtual Participation

Can't attend? Be a hero from wherever you are—run/walk in place, in your neighborhood, on your favorite trail, or even on your treadmill. Every step helps us move closer to a cure.

• Registration: Join as a virtual participant for a $45 donation.
• Inclusions: Official event t-shirt shipped to you.
• Impact: Move with purpose, make an impact, and be a Haley's Hero.
• Share Your Journey: Post a selfie and tag it with #RUNFORTHERARE.

More Information

For more details or to register for the event, visit the official page at RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE.