Rare Disease Day
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Rare Disease Day - Plano, TX
Rare Disease Day takes place on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Red Tail Pavilion, 2801 E. Spring Creek Pkwy., Plano, TX 75074. The event is presented by Run Different and includes in-person and virtual options. Registration pricing is listed for each event and some fees increase after December 31, 2025. Virtual registrants receive shipped items the week of the race.
Events, awards and charity
- Kid's Dash
- 5K
- 1 Mile
- Virtual Option
The Kid's Dash is a short 100–200 meter sprint and is offered free; dashers may purchase a t-shirt or finisher medal as add-ons. The 1 Mile is an untimed event with no age group awards; participants still receive finisher medals and participation shirts. The 5K includes eligibility for age group awards and overall awards. Registration for the 5K and 1 Mile includes an event-themed participation t-shirt (5K & 1M) and a custom finisher medal; registrants who register by 02/14 are guaranteed t-shirt size.
Age group awards are given three deep across male and female divisions from 0-4 through 80+. Overall male and female, masters (40+), and grand masters (60+) receive platinum medals. Awards are distributed at the event and will not be shipped. Run Different donates 100% of all profits and donations to the National Organization of Rare Disorders (NORD). Volunteers receive a code for a free future race entry. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.