Awareness DaysRare Disease Day
Rare Disease Day
Rare Disease Day is an annual awareness day observed worldwide to promote awareness, participation, and positive public action.
Date28 Feb 2026
Duration1 day
MuhuratTo be announced
Meaning and celebration
About Rare Disease Day
Rare Disease Day brings people, institutions, and communities together around its annual theme. Activities may include education, public programmes, campaigns, community events, and calls for practical action.
CategoryAwareness Days
TraditionInternational
Festival typeAwareness Day
Observed inWorldwide
Published festival timing
Date, Day and Muhurat
February282026
Saturday
28 February 2026, Saturday
Muhurat will be updated when published
Fixed Gregorian calendar observance in 2026.
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Rare Disease Day FAQ
When is Rare Disease Day?+
Rare Disease Day is observed on 28 February 2026, Saturday.
Why is Rare Disease Day celebrated?+
Rare Disease Day is an annual awareness day observed worldwide to promote awareness, participation, and positive public action.
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