Rare Disease Fun Run

FEB
28
2026
Run or walk for a cause at Railroad Park in Birmingham on February 28 supporting the UAB Undiagnosed Disease Program. Choose a 5K or 1 mile fun run walk or roll with timed 5K action and finisher medals.
Sat 28 Feb 2026
5 kilometers

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Event overview

The Rare Disease Fun Run takes place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, in Birmingham, Alabama. The event is presented as the 2nd UAB Undiagnosed Disease 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run and is located at Railroad Park, 1600 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233. The event aims to raise awareness for the UAB Undiagnosed Disease Program and to increase knowledge about rare and undiagnosed diseases.

Distances and participation

  • 1 Mile Fun Run
  • 5K Run/Walk

The event welcomes runners, walkers, ruckers, stroller-pushers, cyclists, and wheelchair racers. Both listed events show no registration fee. Registration closes February 15, 2026.

Race format and logistics

The 5K offers chipped bib timing for participants who choose to be timed, and race results will be available after the event. All 5K participants will receive a finisher medal. The listed timing company is The Right Time. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

5 km
5k Run/walk
1 Mile Fun Run