2024 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend Returns After a Long Break
Peter Banks from Henderson, Nevada, had dreams of racing at Disneyland Resort, and his debut at The Happiest Place on Earth proved to be a storybook ending. In the Disneyland Half Marathon, Banks, 38, showcased his racing prowess by narrowly defeating Pasadena’s Brandon Wolfe, 32, in a thrilling finish. Although trailing for a significant portion of the race, Banks surged ahead at the last moment, securing his victory with a time of 1:15:02. This marked a four-second lead over defending champion Wolfe (1:15:06) and a 52-second advantage over the third-place finisher, Peter Siess from Dover, New Hampshire (1:15:54).
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Adding to the triumph of the day, Jennifer Masamitsu, 2017 Avengers Super Heroes Half Marathon women’s titleholder from Denver, Colorado, crossed the finish line with a stellar time of 1:23:38. Masamitsu demonstrated her enduring excellence, finishing over a minute and 19 seconds ahead of Jamie Weglarz from Fort Myers, Florida (1:24:57), and Brittney Kingsley from Fargo, North Dakota (1:29:19).
Participants hailing from various corners of the nation and around the world navigated a scenic 13.1-mile course, passing iconic Disneyland Resort locations like Cars Land, Pixar Pal-A-Round, Sleeping Beauty Castle, and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. This race weekend marked the triumphant return after a seven-year hiatus, creating a memorable experience filled with Disney entertainment, beloved characters, and a sense of camaraderie among runners of diverse ages and skill levels.
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The event wasn’t just about the half marathon; it encompassed a range of activities, including yoga, a 5K, a 10K, kids’ races, and a health and fitness expo. As the perfect culmination of the weekend, runners reveled in the magic of Disneyland Resort, setting the stage for upcoming events like the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend (Feb. 22-26) at Walt Disney World Resort, the runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend (Apr. 18–21), and the Disneyland Halloween Half Marathon Weekend (Sept. 5-8). These races, catering to runners of all fitness levels, offer the unique opportunity to traverse Disney theme parks, enjoy world-class entertainment, and earn coveted Disney-themed medals.
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