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Rare Disease Fun Run

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calendar_today 28 Feb, 2026

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About the Event

Join us for the 2nd UAB Undiagnosed Disease 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run! Whether you're a runner, walker, rucker, stroller-pusher, cyclist, or wheelchair racer, this inclusive event welcomes participants of all kinds. Our goal is to raise awareness for the UAB Undiagnosed Disease Program and to increase global knowledge about rare diseases. This event will bring the community together to support the search for answers for individuals living with rare and undiagnosed diseases. It’s more than just a race—it's a celebration of hope and discovery. 

Let’s help raise awareness, foster community, and support those with rare conditions. Mark your calendars, bring your friends and family, and come make a difference with us!

This race will be run with chipped bibs, so race results will be available after the race is complete.

Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
Time: 8:00 am 
Location: Railroad Park-1600 1st Avenue South, Birmingham, Al 35233
Timing Company: The Right Time

 

All 5K participants will receive a finisher medal

Races Offered

5K

Feb 28, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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Type — Road running

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59 days remaining

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for February in Birmingham.

Temp (°C)
Feels Like (°C)
thermostat 6.3° / 17.0°
wb_sunny 2.5° / 14.1°
Wind (km/h)
Humidity (%)
air 13.5 /
water_drop 71.3%

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Birmingham is the largest city in Alabama, and its cultural and economic nucleus. While it's best remembered as the site of protest, bombings, and other racial tumult during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, visitors to the Birmingham of today will find a pleasant green city of ridges, valleys, attractive views, and friendly, hospitable people.

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