Brazil runners are the top male and female finishers at fourth annual event; 13.1-mile course took runners through Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot The Force was strong with the Brazilian runners Sunday at Walt Disney World Resort as Dicson Falcao and Aline Freitas, both from Fortaleza, Brazil, were the male and female…
Orlando Boy’s Love of Star Wars Draws Him to Participate in Star Wars Rival Run Weekend at Walt Disney World Resort This Weekend Daniel Roberts, an 11-year-old from Orlando, is one of the many inspiring runners taking part in the Star Wars Rival Run Weekend presented by OtterBox this weekend at Walt Disney World Resort,…
Ron Wertley took on the Walt Disney World Marathon’s Dopey Challenge – running the 5K, 10K, half marathon and full marathon – in successive days and that would be impressive on its own if that were all there was to his story. But it’s not. There’s so much more. Wertley completed the Dopey Challenge –…
Returning Brazilian champions are the first male and female competitors across the finish line at the 26th annual 26.2-mile race through Walt Disney World Resort Fredison Costa and Giovanna Martins, past champions of the Walt Disney World Marathon presented by Cigna, took their thrones again Sunday, easily winning the male and female divisions of the…
When you consider everything that Eric Donoho has been through – the head, neck and brain injuries, the suicides of his close friends and the cancer diagnosis and multiple miscarriages suffered by his wife – it’s almost a miracle that he is still standing. Yet this resilient Army veteran is not just standing, but thriving…
The 26th annual Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by Cigna ranks among the nation’s most popular destination races, growing from 8,200 runners in 1994 to more than 100,000 athletes and spectators expected this year. Among them are thousands of runners participating on behalf of a cause, as a triumph over adversity, or simply as…
Disney and Chiquita Team Up to Implement Banana Peel Recycling Program as Part of Commitment to Sustainability Chiquita Brands International, is proud to announce its continued support for the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend. As the official banana sponsor of the race weekend, Chiquita will donate more than 100,000 bananas to runners and spectators…
Are you ready to run? The official runDisney 2019-20 Event calendar is here! It is important to note the change in on-sale time. On Sale All event registrations will now start at 10 am EST. Mark your dates now! Tip: Mark your calendar for the registration date and be ready to register as soon as it opens….
2020 Olympic Trial Qualifier Wins Female Division of 3rd Annual Star Wars Dark Side Half Marathon at Walt Disney World Resort Brazilian runner wins Star Wars Dark Side Half Marathon; Olympic hopeful Brittany Charboneau of Colorado wins women’s division; More than 17,000 registered runners compete in the 13.1-mile Star Wars-themed race 2020 Olympic Trial qualifier…
Runners Will Channel The Force This Weekend at the 3rd Annual Star Wars Half Marathon – The Dark Side at Walt Disney World Resort More than 16,000 runners from Florida are expected to be among the 43,500 runners participating in race weekend events Runners will get a chance to embrace their ‘’dark side’’ this weekend…
In case you missed this update from runDisney, registration for remaining runDisney races has been POSTPONED until June. From their site: UPDATE REGARDING REGISTRATION DATES. We are working to create a more streamlined race registration experience for runDisney participants. As a result, registration for the 2018-19 Walt Disney World race event weekends will be temporarily…
Are you ready to run? Registration for runDisney races begins in March! Here is the information we have so far: Tip: Mark your calendar for the registration date and be ready to register as soon as it opens. Some races sell out almost immediately so don’t wait! Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend: November…
On the 25th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Marathon, Nick Hilton ushered in a new era, ending Brazil’s recent dominance after becoming the first American to win the popular race since 2004. Hilton, 28, is only the fourth American runner to win the 26.2-mile race that stretches through all four Disney theme parks…
Are you ready to run? The official runDisney 2018-19 Event calendar is here! If you missed it, there will be no Disneyland races this year. Mark your dates now! Tip: Mark your calendar for the registration date and be ready to register as soon as it opens. Some races sell out almost immediately so don’t…
Hayley Brown (San Diego, Calif.), survivor of a plane crash, will participate in the Disney Two-Course Challenge at the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend presented by MISFIT™ (Nov. 4-5) at Walt Disney World Resort. In June 2012, Brown, who was age 18 at the time, was traveling to volunteer at a medical clinic in…
runDisney has released the following statement on their blog regarding runDisney races at Disneyland. We all have heard the rumors of an indefinite cancellation of events, and unfortunately, they are true. There is no mention of when the races could be returning, citing construction as the main reason. I am curious to see what…
Disneyland Paris Half Marathon Weekend Celebrates 2nd Annual Event with Over 20,000 Runners This past weekend, Disneyland Paris Resort welcomed more than 20,000 runners for the Disneyland Paris Half Marathon Weekend. The event marked the second annual race weekend to take place at Disneyland Paris Resort bringing out a crowd of dedicated participants that…
runDisney Training Consultant Jeff Galloway Shares Hydration Tips for Runners on National Hydration Day June 23 is National Hydration Day, and as the weather heats up, it’s important to remember to replace fluids lost to sweat and activity. Disney Sports caught up with Olympian and official runDisney training consultant Jeff Galloway for an exclusive…
The second annual Disneyland Paris – Val d’Europe Half Marathon Weekend will take place September 21-24 and this year’s race weekend features exciting new offerings for runners, including an all-new 5K experience, a 10K and challenge opportunity. The 5K race will take place at night this year, giving runners the chance to experience the…
New Hampshire Native Kate Farrell Flies to Victory at the 6th Annual Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend presented by PANDORA Jewelry Kate Farrell of Windham, New Hampshire won the 6th annual Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend presented by PANDORA Jewelry. A long-time runner and cross country veteran, Farrell channeled her inner pixie power to…
