Big news for runDisney® and the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend! That’s because 2027 will mark the 30th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Half Marathon! In celebration, inaugural mascot Donald Duck will be the star of the show at every race on every course over the January 6–10 weekend, inviting athletes, fans and his Disney pals to join in his antics.
So come join Pluto for a doggone fun 5K. Enjoy a nutty 10K with Chip ’n’ Dale. Embark on the half marathon starring Donald and Daisy. Take on the full marathon featuring Mickey and Minnie. Run the side-splitting Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge (made up of both the half marathon and marathon). Or go for the ultimate feat by conquering the Dopey Challenge consisting of all four races. With Donald being part of it all! As always, magic and one-of-a-kind medals are included.
Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge
- January 9, 2027 | Start Time: 5:00 AM Eastern Time
- January 10, 2027 | Start Time: 4:30 AM Eastern Time
- Location: Walt Disney World Resort, Florida
Runners who register for this challenge (made up of both the half marathon and marathon for a total of 39.3 miles) will receive a special medal featuring Goofy sharing the limelight with his buddy, Donald Duck (who thinks the limelight is all his). Is light even ever lime?
Complete both the Half Marathon and the Marathon races on pace and earn:
- Walt Disney World Half Marathon Medal
- Walt Disney World Marathon Medal
- Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge Medal
That’s a grand total of 3 Medals and 39.3 miles in one weekend!
Club runDisney Gold and Platinum Registration begins March 10, 2026.
General Registration opens March 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
Registration fee varies based on the date of purchase:
- March 17, 2026 - September 14, 2026: $495.00
- Beginning September 15, 2026: $505.00
Prices include a 6.6% platform service fee.
During race weekends, we may implement health and safety measures, such as face coverings, physical distancing and other requirements if they are deemed appropriate. Please take a moment to review the latest health and safety measures, policies and operational guidelines for Walt Disney World Resort.
Dopey Challenge
- January 7 & 10, 2027 | Start Time: 4:30 AM Eastern Time
- January 8 - 9, 2027 | Start Time: 5:00 AM Eastern Time
- Location: Walt Disney World Resort, Florida
For a feat that dwarfs all others, register for this challenge made up of all four races for a total of 48.6 miles. You’ll earn SIX medals, including a highly coveted piece of bling featuring Dopey, for your efforts.
Complete all 4 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend races on pace and earn:
- 4 Individual Event Medals
- Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge Medal
- Dopey Challenge Medal
That’s a grand total of 6 Medals and 48.6 miles in one weekend!
Club runDisney Gold and Platinum Registration begins March 10, 2026.
General Registration opens March 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET.
Registration fee varies based on the date of purchase:
- March 17, 2026 - September 14, 2026: $769.00
- Beginning September 15, 2026: $779.00
The first group of runners for the 2027 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 5K will start at 4:30 a.m., 30 minutes earlier than before. Participants’ start times will range from 4:30 a.m. to 7:30 a.m., based on assigned start groups. Arrival times will vary depending on your start time.
Updated details coming soon—stay tuned for more information!
Prices include a 6.6% platform service fee.
During race weekends, we may implement health and safety measures, such as face coverings, physical distancing and other requirements if they are deemed appropriate. Please take a moment to review the latest health and safety measures, policies and operational guidelines for Walt Disney World Resort.
Dopey and Goofy Challenge Participants Receive
- 6 Finisher Medals (Dopey) or 3 Finisher Medals (Goofy)
- 6 Participant shirts (Dopey) or 3 participant shirts (Goofy) - view size chart
- On-course and post race refreshments
- Digital Expo & Event Guide
- Downloadable Finisher Certificate
Proof of Time Guidelines
If you believe you will finish the Half Marathon in 2 hours and 30 minutes (2:30) or less or the Marathon in 5 hours (5:00) or less, proof of time is required for start group placement. If you believe you will finish the Half Marathon in over 2 hours and 30 minutes or the Marathon in over 5 hours, proof of time is not required. Start group placement is based on your anticipated finish time and start group capacities. Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge and Dopey Challenge participants should adhere to Full Marathon proof of time requirements. Proof of time is not required for the 5K and 10K races.
Please note that if you submit a proof of time from an alternate race distance, an industry standard calculation will be applied to equate your finish time. You must have a half marathon finish time of 2 hours 22 minutes (2:22) or less to qualify for the Marathon proof of time of 5 hours (5:00) or less.
- Proof of time must be provided from an officially timed race on a USATF certified course reflecting results between January 1, 2024 and August 3, 2026, and must be one of the below listed distances.
- Participants will be placed in the last start group if appropriate race distance is not submitted for proof of time or if the data provided is incomplete or cannot be verified.
Full Marathon Proof of Time: Results for a 10-Mile, Half Marathon or Marathon
Half Marathon Proof of Time: Results for a 10K, 10-Mile, Half Marathon or Marathon
Please note: We cannot accept relays, trail runs, self-timed, training or Virtual Runs as proof of time.
When you register, a valid proof of time must include all of the following:
- Name of Race
- Distance
- City
- State
- Date (see acceptable date range above)
- Finish Time (in Hours: Minutes: Seconds)
- Website Link to Results
Example: Walt Disney World Marathon; 26.2 miles; Orlando, FL; January 12, 2024—3:45:00
- For start group placement, proof of time must be submitted by the participant for each individual race. If someone else registered you, your proof of time must be submitted by the person who registered you and must adhere to the Proof of Time Guidelines.
- Proof of Time must be submitted at the time of registration. You may change your proof of time until the deadline of August 3, 2026. No changes can be made after August 3, 2026. If data provided is incomplete or cannot be verified, you will be placed in the last start group.
- No changes to your starting group will be made after August 3, 2026.
- If you register after the proof of time deadline you are still able to submit a valid proof of time at the point of registration. After you conclude the registration process, you will not be able to add or edit proof of time.
- Past runDisney races may be used as proof of time; however, you will need to submit them with your race registration.
- Proof of time submissions must be made within your participant account and cannot be accepted via email. If someone else registered you, your proof of time submissions must be made to your registration within the account for the person who registered you and cannot be accepted via email.
- Update your proof of time in your participant account.
For any questions regarding proof of time, please email disneysports@trackshack.com.
Important Information
All races are subject to age eligibility requirements and capacity limits.
Prior to participating in any exercise program or activity, you should seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care professional. It is your responsibility to immediately stop any activity or exercise if you feel discomfort or pain and seek medical assistance as appropriate.
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.
Please visit our Race Weekend Policies page for the latest information.
