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Disney World Guests Are Walking Into a Nightmare This Sunday and Most Have No Idea

This is a warning. Not a suggestion. Not a general heads up for guests who like to plan ahead. A warning for anyone who has Walt Disney World plans this Sunday, April 19, and has not yet thought carefully about what is actually happening on the property that day. The runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend is underway at Walt Disney World right now, and Sunday is the day that turns a busy resort wee

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The runDisney Legend Who Helped Thousands of Beginners Just Died at 80

Jeff Galloway, the official runDisney Training Consultant, has passed away at age 80 following a hemorrhagic stroke in Pensacola, Florida. His death is a significant loss for the runDisney community, where he inspired countless people to complete 5Ks, half marathons, and full marathons, making running accessible to beginners. Galloway's run-walk-run method became a foundation for many new runners,

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Disney World to Shut Down Large Portions of Property February 27–March 2

Late February at Walt Disney World has a reputation for being one of the calmer stretches of the year. Smaller crowds, shorter waits, a little more breathing room. That reputation is accurate most of the time — but not this weekend. From February 26 through March 2, 2026, the resort is hosting the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend, one of runDisney's most popular and most completely sold-out e

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ICE Rumored To Target Disneyland From January 29 to February 1

runDisney participants are warning others about potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity during Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend, scheduled for January 29 through February 1. Experienced runners say the event could become a target for immigration enforcement, coming just days after ICE established a new detention facility near Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Summer 2025 ICE Pres

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Disney World Lockdown? Resort Largely Closed as Traffic Rerouted All Weekend

Walt Disney World prepares to host its largest runDisney event of the year this weekend, with the Walt Disney World Marathon bringing more than 30,000 participants to the resort for races on Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11. The event creates substantial operational impacts that extend far beyond the runners themselves, affecting regular park guests attempting to navigate between hotels

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runDisney Is About to Take Over Both Coasts and Here’s What You Need to Know

The runDisney season is officially here, and it's happening on both coasts, essentially at the same time. Marathon Weekend at Disney World kicks off January 7-11, and then Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend follows January 29-February 1, 2026. That's less than three weeks between major race events, which is intense for anyone trying to do both. Disney just dropped the course map for the Disneyland H

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runDisney Brings Big Revenue But Also Big Disruptions to Disney World This March

runDisney events have become major revenue generators for Disney Parks, attracting thousands of participants who are willing to pay premium prices for the opportunity to run through Disney World while enjoying themed entertainment, character interactions, and special commemorative medals that set these races apart from typical road running events. The Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend, schedul

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Planning on Dressing up as Winnie the Pooh? Disney Just Enacted a Restriction…

As the eagerly awaited runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend approaches, a quirky note about the dress code for the 10K race themed around Winnie the Pooh and Tigger has quickly captured the attention of Disney fans. The official event page has a surprising stipulation for anyone planning to participate in the race dressed as the iconic bear: “If bounding as Pooh, please wear pants.” T

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Thousands of People Won’t Be Eligible for runDisney Races Starting in 2026

Disneyland Resort has announced that all runDisney races will be placed on indefinite hiatus beginning in 2026, following the conclusion of the 2026 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend. This move is attributed to the upcoming construction impacts associated with the DisneylandForward expansion project.​ The Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend, scheduled from January 29 to February 1, 2026, will be the f

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Crowd Mass Overtakes Disney World Florida, Thousands Flee Parks

As any seasoned Disney Parks fan knows, certain times of the year bring much larger crowds than others. If you’re planning a trip to Central Florida, understanding when the parks will be at their busiest can help you make the most of your visit. Here are the most crowded events at Walt Disney World Resort and tips on navigating them. EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival The EPCOT International

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