Get Ready to go the Distance During the runDisney 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend!
The time has come for you to gear up to go the distance during the 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend! The unforgettable race weekend features courses full of character and encouragement as you earn every mile in a weekend filled with four different races, two challenges, and inspiration at every turn. Make every mile worth your while with these helpful race weekend tips:
Race Weekend Tips
Make your race weekend an adventure in the great wide somewhere! Start things off by visiting the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Taking place over four days beginning this Wednesday, the expo is your headquarters for everything you need for the race weekend. Plan to stop by during the following hours of operations:
- Wednesday, January 3: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.
- Thursday, January 4: 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- Friday, January 5: 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.
- Saturday, January 6: 11 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Prior to heading to the expo, all participants of #WDWMarathon Weekend events will need to have completed their waiver and have either a screenshot or a print of their Expo Check-in Pass to be able to pick-up their race bib.
Celebrate your weekend accomplishments by bringing home official commemorative merchandise! Visit AdventHealth Arena at ESPN Wide World of Sports during the Expo for race weekend performance apparel, drinkware and more! Visit here for a sneak peek of what’s going to be offered! Access the first day of the runDisney Merchandise Shop from the comfort of your Walt Disney World Resort Hotel or home by joining our virtual queue. Keep in mind, the virtual queue will be the only way to access the shop on the first day of the expo. For more information on the virtual queue process, please visit here.
What would the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo be without specialty food & beverage? Available in various locations throughout the expo, you’ll find a variety of delectable items ranging from tasty meals to a craft beer brewed specifically for the event!
Picture perfect runDisney memories! Capturing those magical on-course moments are extremely important for many of our runners. Be prepared for getting great race day photos with these tips from our friends at Disney PhotoPass.
Bring the magic of weekend event theme films to your ears and stay motivated throughout your races with this playlist from our friends at Walt Disney Records. Add a touch of character to your race weekend story with these specially designed Giphy stickers, perfect for sharing “I Did It!”
Race, then RELAX! After a race weekend of long miles, enjoy the tropical waters at the Disney Water Parks. #WDWMarathon Weekend participants and up to 3 Guests can enjoy 50% off 1-Day Water Park Ticket, available to purchase January 3 – 9, 2024 (with a 7-day usage window once purchased.) To get your tickets, show a valid race bib either during the hours of the run Disney Health & Fitness Expo or at the main entrance of the Disney Water Parks!
It’s now time to lace up for the 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend! Share your execiting #WDWMarathon Weekend experience with us in social and be sure to visit www.runDisney.com to stay up-to-date on the latest event information and news.