Make Your runDisney Virtual 12Ks of Christmas Miles Merry at Walt Disney World Resort!

From dashing through the snow, running in a winter wonderland or having a holly jolly jog, the runDisney Virtual 12Ks of Christmas in full swing! Planning to enjoy the holiday season at Walt Disney World Resort this year? We’ve put together a few ways to add some extra merry to your virtual miles while enjoying the festive fun around every corner. Take a look:

Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll presented by AdventHealth

Starting things off, make plans to go walking around the Christmas trees at Disney Springs, all while getting your 4K steps in! The Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll presented by AdventHealth has returned this year with 19 festively trimmed trees inspired by some Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Super Hero favorites – including the new film from Disney Animation Studios, “Wish.”

Pick up a complimentary map from City Works Eatery & Pour House, Crystal Arts by Arribas Brothers, Joffrey’s Coffee and Tea Company, The LEGO Store or Planet Hollywood. As you stroll by each tree, match the corresponding sticker to the location on your map. After you’ve found all the trees, bring your map to one of the locations listed above for a special surprise!

Speaking of specialty items, did you know that you can also celebrate your 12Ks accomplishments in a few fun ways at Disney Springs? First, stop by Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Company® to customize your favorite beverage with artwork commemorating the runDisney Virtual 12Ks of Christmas. Next, take your finisher medal (which doubles as an ornament!) to Disney’s Days of Christmas for personalization. Oh what FUN!

Gingerbread Displays atWalt Disney WorldResort Hotels

For a little sugar and spice and 4K miles that are nice, make your way to the Walt Disney World Resort hotels for a look at all the magnificent gingerbread displays. A true staple this time of year, with some of the displays returning every holiday season for more than 20 years, the incredibly talented culinary teams have created delicious works of art that are well worth the visit to see.

Available to view now through January 1, 2024, rack up your 4K steps by going on one of two festive adventures between some of the Walt Disney World Resort hotels featuring these beautiful gingerbread displays. Take a look at the above to guide where your miles take you and don't forget to pick-up a freshly baked treat while you're out!

EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth

Wrap up your festively fun runDisney 12Ks of Christmas fun by taking in the sights, sounds and TASTES of the holidays while at the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth. Serving up delights and excitement now through December 30, 2023, the festival features over 15 holiday kitchens filled with delicious bites and sips inspired by traditions from around the world.

Making your foodie checklist and checking it twice? You’ll be able to sleigh those 4K miles by strolling between each food and beverage destination.

There’s still time to join in the festive virtual fun! Head over to runDisney.com to register today. Where will your runDIsney Virtual 12Ks of Christmas miles take you? Share with us in social using #runDisneyVirtual.