2026 - RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE!
2026 distances
Running
RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE 10k
Join us for a meaningful and memorable morning at 10am 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 corn dogs 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 10am 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 corn dogs 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 10am 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 corn dogs 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 10am 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 corn dogs 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 10am 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 corn dogs 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 10am 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 corn dogs 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!
Race date Weather
Conditions on June 14, 2026 — historical Open-Meteo data.
About Salem
RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE! takes place in Salem, Oregon, United States. The local timezone is America/Los_Angeles.
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