How many people run in the Disney Marathon?
How many people run in the Disney Marathon? Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. The Walt Disney World Marathon is a 26.2-mile race with a course that takes runners through all four Disney theme parks. This is a very popular race with 20,000+ registered participants every year.
Is Disney Marathon worth it?
Love the Disney Marathon It really is an awesome race. I have also learned that you don't need to get there as early as they say you do. I typically get there 1 hour before the race starts and then I walk to the start. There are so many rolling starts that sometimes I get into a different corral, but it is fine.
How do you qualify for Disney marathon?
- All participants for a 5K distance must be at least 5 years of age or older on race day to participate and must be able to complete the 5K on their own.
- Participants for a 10K distance must be 10 years of age or older.
- Participants for a half marathon must be 14 years of age or older.
Can you ride rides during Disney marathon?
Riding attractions during the race Something fun about the longer distance runs is the parks may open while you are running through them. This may be the case if you start out in a later corral. If this happens, you are allowed to get on an attraction and ride it, which is pretty cool!
Do people walk the Disney marathon?
Yes, walkers are welcome in a runDisney event. Just be sure to maintain the minimum-pacing requirement for the race you're participating in when walking. If you fall short, no worries! Our shuttle will be along to pick you up at a safe location along the course.
Is Disney busy during the marathon?
Crowd Information The Walt Disney World Marathon brings a significant amount of people to the resort, but it really doesn't significantly increase the wait times on any of the attractions.
Is the Disney marathon flat?
Hills: 2 gradual hills of ~20 feet from miles 10.5-13 and miles 15-16.5. Otherwise, very flat course with minimal elevation change.
When was Disney World least crowded 2023?
- January 17-31 (light to moderate crowds, cool temps)
- February 1-9 (light to moderate crowds, cool temps)
- May 1-5 (light to moderate crowds)
- May 8-25 (light to moderate crowds)
- August 14-18 (light crowds)
- August 21-31 (light crowds)
Can I walk a runDisney race?
Anyone not able to maintain the pace may be picked up and transported to the Family Reunion Area at any point along the course. Is this race walker-friendly? Yes, walkers are welcome in a runDisney event. Just be sure to maintain the minimum-pacing requirement for the race you're participating in when walking.