RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE!
About this race
Haley's Heroes Foundation presents the 7th 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 14, 2026. 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 1 pm.
Cost is $45 for adults and $35 for children.
Registration fee includes: a food coupon for corndogs and ice cream, a photo booth, and a t-shirt
June 13 - Early packet pick-up is 2 pm-4 pm at Gallagher's Fitness | 135 Commercial St NE, Salem, OR 97301
June 14 - 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 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.
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 Haley’s Hero.
Don’t forget to share your journey—post a selfie and tag it with #RUNFORTHERARE so we can celebrate with you!
Pick your distance
Running
Can't attend? Be a Hero — Run/Walk where you are!
Join us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! We’ll kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate together—then 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! Don’t forget to post your selfie and tag it #RUNFORTHERARE so we can share in the moment with you!
RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE 10k
Join us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! We’ll kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate together—then 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! Don’t forget to post your selfie and tag it #RUNFORTHERARE so we can share in the moment with you!
RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE 5k
Join us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! We’ll kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate together—then 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! Don’t 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
Join us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! We’ll kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate together—then 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! Don’t 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
Join us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! We’ll kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate together—then 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! Don’t 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
Join us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! We’ll kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate together—then 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! Don’t 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
Join us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10 am at Riverfront City Park (200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301)! We’ll kick things off and wrap up by the pavilion in the North Meadow. Come run, walk, and celebrate together—then 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! Don’t forget to post your selfie and tag it #RUNFORTHERARE so we can share in the moment with you!
Typical race-day weather
Based on 9 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Salem, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 5:25 AM and sets at 8:59 PM local time (PDT) in Salem on June 13, 2027 — 15h 34m of daylight.
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