Can't attend? Be a Hero — Run/Walk where you are!, RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE 10k, RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE 5k, RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE 1 Mile Fun Run, RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE 10k Race - Child under 12, RUN/WALK FOR THE RARE 5k Race - Child under 12
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 |
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 14.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Salem, OR.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
