runDisney In-Person Marathons are returning to Walt Disney World this fall. Event dates and themes have been released for the rest of 2021 and 2022! Plus a brand new race coming in Spring 2022! Check out the NEW runDisney events for in-person marathons coming to Walt Disney World this fall!
While we love our Virtual runDisney marathon featuring the Lion King this summer, there’s nothing like an in-person event at Walt Disney World. Made for families, and runners alike, taking part in these events is a great way to add a little exercise to your vacation. This year runDisney events are returning to Walt Disney World with the Fall event, Disney’s Wine and Dine Half Marathon.
runDisney Wine and Dine Half Marathon | November 4-7, 2021
This Wickedly Delicious 2021 Disney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend is Disney Villains-themed and can be experienced virtually or in person at Walt Disney World Resort from November 4-7, 2021.
Race Events at the Wine and Dine Marathon: 5K, 10K, Half-Marathon, Challenge, Post Race Party, and Virtual Races.
Registration Opens:
- Club runDisney Gold and Platinum: July 6, 2021, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time
- General Public: July 13, 2021, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
Ages: 5 and Up
Race Time: 5 AM Eastern Time
Location: Walt Disney World Resort
runDisney Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend | January 5-9, 2022
Experience Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary with this annual race. The runDisney Walt Disney World Marathon features multiple race options for the whole family, new merchandise, and commemorative medals! By far the most popular runDisney Marathon at Walt Disney World, this one fills up fast! Take note of registration dates and plan for a virtual queue!
Race Events at the Wine and Dine Marathon: 5K, 10K, Half-Marathon, Marathon, Dopey Challenge, Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge, Post Race Party, and Virtual Races.
Registration Opens:
- Club runDisney Gold and Platinum: July 20, 2021, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time
- General Public: July 27, 2021, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
Ages: 5 and Up
Race Time: 5 AM Eastern Time
Location: Walt Disney World Resort
runDisney Princess Half Marathon Weekend | February 24- 27, 2022
Join the Disney Princesses in the runDisney Princess Half Marathon at Walt Disney World. Taking place during the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World you can count on even more magic across the parks. This race is open to princes and princesses everywhere!
Race Events at the Wine and Dine Marathon: Disney Princess Sunrise Yoga, 5K, 10K, Half-Marathon, Fairytale Challenge, Post Race Party, and Virtual Races.
Registration Opens:
- Club runDisney Gold and Platinum: August 17, 2021, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time
- General Public: August 24, 2021, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
Ages: 5 and Up
Race Time: 5 AM Eastern Time
Location: Walt Disney World Resort
runDisney Springtime Surprise Marathon Weekend | March 31- April 3, 2022
This brand new runDisney event will debut in 2022, and promises a new theme every year! A wonderful way to keep up with the times, this new event has dates, but limited information. Check the runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend for all the latest details! In 2022, this special weekend’s theme is Celebrates Yestermorrow.
- Expedition Everest 5K (April 1, 2022) – The race will once again feature a nighttime 5K combined with a scavenger hunt, but this time the hunt will be conducted during the 5K.
- Race for the Taste 10K (April 2, 2022) – The event will mirror the 10K from the past, but now the race will celebrate the newest attraction at Walt Disney World Resort, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT.
- The Tower of Terror 10-Miler (April 3, 2022) – The race will still be a 10-miler, but will be run in the morning instead of at night.
Registration Opens:
- Club runDisney Gold and Platinum: December 7, 2021, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time
- General Public: December 9, 2021, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
- Virtual Registration: December 14, 2021 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
Ages: 5 and Up
Race Time: 5 AM Eastern Time
Location: Walt Disney World Resort
runDisney Know Before you Go!
While runDisney has released these dates, themes, and details, know that due to the unpredictable nature of the pandemic, they have also shared a disclosure, below.
We may not be quite ready to bring back every element of a runDisney race weekend as COVID-19 guidelines may change before our return to in-person running. Please visit our runDisney Return to In-Person Running page for the latest information.
While across businesses and communities COVID-19 guidelines are trending in a direction that could allow for a more familiar runDisney race experience, during the race weekend we may implement health and safety measures, such as face coverings, physical distancing and other requirements, if they are deemed appropriate.
runDisney Registration Tips
If you’re hoping to snag a spot in any of these runDisney in-person marathons, be prepared for a virtual queue. Plan to have both your phone and computer or other devices available for registration. And if you’re trying to register for other people you’ll want a designated device for each person if possible. runDisney events tend to sell out fast so be prepared with your credit card already attached to your Disney account and your correct address on your account. This will save time during registration and will ensure you claim a spot.
Rochelle Mariah is a writer, designer and photographer with an MLIS in Information Science and a B.S. in Arch and Design. Determined to make Planning a DIY Disney Vacation easier she makes lots of lists and drinks lots of coffee. When not designing apparel at Polka Dot Pixie Shop, she's watching old movies and planning the holidays. She has been traveling to Disney destinations since 2010.
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