Running is a lot more fun when it’s in Walt Disney World! From 8,200 runners in 1994 to now more than 100,000 athletes and spectators, the 25th annual Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by Cigna is one of the most popular destination races. The four-day race weekend is Central
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RunDisney Virtual Shorts Races Return
Last year, RunDisney offered a set of Mickey-themed Virtual Races where you could sign up and run a 5k (or multiple 5k’s) wherever you wanted and then a medal was mailed to you after completion. It was very fun to take part in, and we’re excited that runDisney has announced
NFL Pro Bowl Players Announced
The pro bowl is about a month away, and we have finally gotten word from the NFL and Disney about the players we can expect to see around the parks this year. Among the Pro Bowl players recently announced are New England quarterback Tom Brady, Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers,
Early Run Disney Registration for Disney Vacation Club Members
Being a Disney Vacation Club Member sure does have its perks, and one of DVC Member favorites is the ability to register early for RunDisney races. Being a DVC member allows you early access to the runDisney registration for all of the races, and Disney has announced the early registration
RunDisney to undergo some Magical Enhancements for the upcoming Race Season
Disney announced yesterday that they will be undergoing some magical enhancements in the RunDisney racing department for the upcoming Race Season. One of the biggest changes that runners will see is that finishers of the 5k races as well as the kids races will no longer be receiving rubber medals,
Run Disney Offering a Virtual 5K Running Shorts Series
Good news if you’ve always wanted to run a Disney 5K, but haven’t ever been able to get to the parks to participate in one. Run Disney is now offering a new series of virtual 5k’s that allow you to join in on the Run Disney Magic! The races are
Inaugural Castaway Cay Challenge 5K Race on Disney Cruise Line Private Island
More than 700 runners cruised over the finish line during the inaugural Castaway Cay Challenge, a brand-new 5K event hosted by runDisney and Disney Cruise Line on Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay. The event was the first of its kind to be held amid the lush palm
Do or do not, there is no try – runDisney Star Wars medals sneak peek
I am so excited that the inaugural Star Wars 10K is my first runDisney race! January 15-18, 2015 brings the first Star Wars runDisney races to Anaheim. There will be Kids Races, a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Rebel Challenge (both 10K and Half Marathon). These ARE the medals you
Do You Wanna Run a 5k?
The day before registration opens to the general public for the Princess Half Marathon weekend, runDisney announced a change to their races. So, do you wanna run a 5k? The previous Princess 5k, has been re-themed along with the kids races and The Academy Award Winning animated feature will now
2014 Walt Disney World Marathon presented by Cigna
Get your run on January 8-12 at the 2014 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by Cigna. This race is sure to be the most magical experience as it takes you through all 4 theme parks beginning at Epcot, onto Magic Kingdom Park, then heading to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park,
Fun Facts about the 2013 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend
Here are some fun facts about the 2013 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend, August 30- September 1, 2013: Registration There are a total of 17, 800 Runners are registered for the half marathon- 5,300 are registered for Dumbo Double Dare 8,400 are registered for the 10K (includes 5,300 in Dumbo Double
