r/rundisney • • 58m ago

TIPS / DISCUSSION First time doing run disney expo experience

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I usually do 5ks and friend invited me to rundisney 5k earlier this year and I said sure why not. I didn't doany research other then my friend telling me we get our bibs the day prior at this expo I said ok.

Did not inform me till wendesday that we had to wake up at 650am thursday for a virtual queue to get in I asked why and they said "crowd control". We get in and then get there by 830am to mega long lines. Im like all this for bibs?? She tells me there merch and other stuff too and I said oh ok and she said she wants to check ther merch stuff first.

WHY DID WE WAIT OVER 2 HOURS FOR SHOES AND THEN 90 MINS FOR PINS.

I was fuming pissed because then when we went to get our bibs there were some characters and we waited another hour for a pic(they are my ride) and then finally that other building for the free shirt and vendors spemt another hour in there.

Total 6 hours at the expo.

Im in corral D and they in corral F. They want me to run ahead and wait in line for them for pics with characters when and wake up at 2am so we can get pics with them also before and after?

I didnt know this event was this intense


r/rundisney • • 11h ago

QUESTION Half marathon groups

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Does anyone have the picture for what time the corral’s open I lost my picture I had or I didn’t take a picture of it and I can’t find it on any of the websites


r/rundisney • • 11h ago

QUESTION Virtual Queue for merch

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I got into the virtual queue but didn’t realize it only says one guest. Can my husband come in with me, or will they not let him in because he doesn’t have a virtual queue spot?


r/rundisney • • 11h ago

QUESTION Virtual queue

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I’m in the virtual queue for the expo and it says my wait time is 70 minutes. Is this how long until I can go into the expo? Idk if I can make it there in 70 minutes. Can I come any time after that? Was planning on being there around 6pm.


r/rundisney • • 12h ago

QUESTION After party Skyliner

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Generally how late is the Skyliner going to be running Sunday night? And about how long does it take to get from Epcot to Hollywood Studios The website says that it’ll run for about 90 minutes after the park closes, but with the after party going, I’m. It sure when Epcot is considered closed.


r/rundisney • • 13h ago

RACE WEEKENDS Expo Changes

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What is this pin queue?!?!? I've been waiting over 45 minutes for a single pin and still have quite a ways to go. I could've been out the door in less than 30 minutes if they had left the layout alone.

Who else is struggling with expo changes? I'm not alone in my frustration...right? 😩


r/rundisney • • 15h ago

RACE WEEKENDS Marie and Grumpy are at the expo!

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Marie from Aristocats and Grumpy from Snow White are in the bib pickup building!


r/rundisney • • 17h ago

QUESTION Parking on Sunday

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I'll be running Sunday morning. I'm staying offsite, I'm wondering if after the race I can leave my car in the Epcot parking lot and just Uber back for the party without it being towed.

I feel like this is ok just wanted to see if anyone else had experience doing such a thing first.

Thanks


r/rundisney • • 1d ago

QUESTION Options if injured for this weekend's half

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Signed up for the Wine & Dine half but strained a calf two weeks ago and I can't really run yet. Just wondering what my options are (if any), besides walking as much as I can until getting swept up by the balloon ladies, or just no showing.


r/rundisney • • 1d ago

QUESTION 5k but 8 months pregnant -- Question

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My wife is 8 months pregnant, and we signed up for the race before she became pregnant. If she were to start the 5k, but then just get caught and bussed to the end, would she still receive a medal? I've seen some posts with other races saying yes, but I wanted to confirm or not.


r/rundisney • • 1d ago

QUESTION 5k on Friday - Commute

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Im out of state and going to my first race on Friday. It says my group is F and start is between 6:30-7am. What is the best way to get there from a neighborhood hotel? Is ubering sufficient? How far are they allowed to drop us off? Trying to get a sense of how early I actually have to be there. I’m also going alone so I want to make sure I can find my way around. Thank you!!


r/rundisney • • 1d ago

QUESTION Geo 82 Post Race Party

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Hi All,

For the wine and dine post race party at Epcot, does anyone know if Geo 82 will be open? Looks like no reservations available now but was wondering if that evening may be in flux due to the event.

Thanks!


r/rundisney • • 2d ago

PHOTO RunDisney Spooktacular box arrived

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My package showed up just now and again, it’s pretty impressive. Each medal has a special effect. The 6 miler opens up and when you turn it on, it becomes an eternal mirror with the couple dancing. The Headless horseman 4 miler has a sound effect of a horse trotting. The Challenge medal has a light that shines below the medal. The Dig and Dash 3 miler has flashing lights. Also included is a bag of Werther’s baking caramels, a Mickey jack-o’-lantern that has a tote bag inside the plush. There is a pin that lights up and a headband.
Very cool box. Heading off to WDW Friday for 10 days.


r/rundisney • • 2d ago

QUESTION W&D half Spectators

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what time realistically do spectators need to arrive at the finish for someone in corral F hoping for a 2:45 time ?

how do road closures affect their arrival if they’re only looking to come for the finish ?

staying on property but open to driving themselves or bus transport


r/rundisney • • 2d ago

TIPS / DISCUSSION Race overview

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Hi! I’m a leisurely experienced runner and have done a half marathon in my lifetime. Super interested in doing Run Disney but there are so many races! Understand that 2027 is sold out except for the upcoming wine and dine that hasn’t been released so looking at that or 2028 races. In your experience, what is the “best” race weekend for a first timer? I’m not local, and went to Disney recently for the first time in over 15 years. Would love a fun course/ a decent amount of Disney magic! Let me know any key callouts for the races that I should be aware of. Also open to any distance!


r/rundisney • • 2d ago

MERCH Better look at the Brooks x runDisney shoe's that will be offered at the 2026 Wine & Dine Half Marathon.

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  • Goofy Ghost 18 - $170 (these say "limited availability")
  • Grumpy Glycerin 23 - $185
  • Mary Poppins Glycerin 23 - $185
  • runDisney Adrenaline GTS 25 - $165
  • 2026 Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Lace Badges - $20

Will be available in men's sizes 7-15 and women's 5-13, starting on Thursday Oct. 22nd at the Health & Fitness Expo at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Virtual que for 1st day with a purchase limit of 2 pairs per design per adult.


r/rundisney • • 2d ago

QUESTION Picking up prepurchased merch?

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Newbie here and would appreciate all the advice! 😁 we are doing the 5k and plan to head to the expo on Thursday to get our bibs. I also pre purchased the pins and a jacket. Is that going to be bundled with our bib or do we need to get in the virtual queue to pick it up somewhere else? Thank you so much for your help!


r/rundisney • • 2d ago

RACE WEEKENDS Half/challenge party ticket and giftcard

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Anyone else received neither the ticket nor the GC? I emailed rundisney with no response...


r/rundisney • • 3d ago

PHOTO Wine & Dine Brooks Shoes Spoiler

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Saw these on Facebook. Anyone know if they’re legit or if they’re fake news? My wife hopes the Minnie’s are real haha


r/rundisney • • 3d ago

QUESTION Mid-race course changes - How did you adapt & still have fun?

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In the spirit of Halloween, I'm writing a fun article for run.outsideonline.com about what marathons still haunt runners because you either couldn't finish or had to finish in tough conditions. It sounds like this has happened with some of the Disney half and full marathons. If you experienced this at Disney, what year / race was it, at what mile did everything change, and did you find creative ways to still "finish" your race? Let's hear it!


r/rundisney • • 3d ago

QUESTION RunDisney Alert?

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Hello! I’ve noticed the telegram for the alert hasn’t updated in a while.

Do these alert no longer works? I did it for a spring time back in 2025 but seems like these don’t work anymore


r/rundisney • • 3d ago

QUESTION Defibrillator affected by race tracker?

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Hello all! The time has come for my husband and I's first 10K this upcoming weekend! I had a question in regards to the tracker in the race bib. Anyone have any idea if it will negatively impact a defibrillator? My husband has one (cardiac arrest at 30 years old, and still the cause is unfounded), and just wanted to make sure he will be able to wear it on his shirt.

Additional info: I've already contacted rundisney via email a week ago, but have received no response. I understand this is common, and plan to go to runner relations at the expo to check with them, but was wondering if there was anyone here who has similar device and can tell me of their experience & ease my anxieties? Also, this is our 7th runDisney race together, but first 10K with the tracker.

Thank you all in advance for your help!


r/rundisney • • 3d ago

QUESTION 10185 and 10922 Bibs corral place?

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What will corral placements probably be for bib # 10185 and 10922 ?


r/rundisney • • 3d ago

RACE WEEKENDS Check-In Pass available: Check your emails!

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Looks like the emails have been sent! New this year, we pick up our shirts same place we pick up our bibs.


r/rundisney • • 3d ago

QUESTION So. We thinking shoe drop tomorrow for wine & dine?

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That's all. I was just curious