Awareness Health
Rare Disease Day
A global day on the last day of February that raises awareness of rare diseases and the people living with them.
- UK
- USA
- Ireland (not marked)
- Canada
- Australia
- New Zealand (not marked)
- International
OrganiserEURORDIS Rare Diseases Europe
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked19 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
Rare Disease Day is coordinated by EURORDIS with national alliances around the world. About 300 million people live with a rare disease. The organisers have set 28 February 2027 and 29 February 2028.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday 28 February 2027 | UK, USA, International, Canada, Australia | Confirmed by the organiser |
| 2028 | Tuesday 29 February 2028 | UK, USA, International, Canada, Australia | Confirmed by the organiser |
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