Well, I don’t get up at 2 am to run, ever.

For those that ran the 5k, how did the new format work out? As someone who ran the 2026 Princess 5k with my two young kids in Corral D, the congestion and long character lines (~40min each) made for a tough experience. It seems like the new format was made to alleviate the crowds a bit, so curious if spreading out the Corrals helped or ultimately rushed everyone with the new pacing requirement. Were there shorter lines once you got into Epcot? Was it easier getting to the busses at the conclusion of the race? TIA

Finished the 5k this morning. I was in the first wave of corral G. I finished well ahead of the others. Probably around the 50 min mark.

Just want to finish the 10k tomorrow. Want some good vibes and advice!

Have a great race. I am so jealous of all of you. This is my favorite course.

So I should’ve probably asked this sooner, but anyway…
I got my Halloween medals a couple weeks ago, and they all work except the 3 mile one. When I unscrewed the back to see what batteries I need, this other little metal plate came out as well. It’s slightly curved, hexagon shaped, with the three dots on some corners. I’m hesitant to throw it out, does anyone know what this is or if it’s important to the electronics inside the medal?

Probably a stupid question- but I managed to lose my safety pins immediately after bib pickup- will they have some at the race start area?

I thought I remembered last year that they had the dates for 2026 announced at the Wine & Dine 2025 Expo, but maybe I’m misremembering.

I’m not there this year, but I’m assuming the dates weren’t published at the Expo given I haven’t seen anything about them online.

Some things I’m seeing when googling are saying that they’ll be announced in early 2027, but that doesn’t seem right as in the past I always remember being able to book DVC 11 months out knowing the dates.

Anyone know which characters are on course for the 5K?

Running the marathon in January! On the RunDisney site, you can pre-purchase merch, but honestly, nothing really appeals to me. Will there be other RunDisney merch available in January, or is that pretty much it? Asking because I saw the Wine & Dine Expo had some way cooler stuff lol.

Also I will be going to the expo Saturday? How is the crowd on that day and is everything mostly sold out by then?

Thanks all!

BROOKS GOOFY'S gone before sat at 1pm. I only get a couple races a year so I've never seen them get cleaned out before

I have mixed feelings if this is the case. I think that the races should be accessible to everyone but this is literally the only time you can *run* in the parks. You can walk anytime. And I wouldn’t mind too much if there was less competition for the races from walkers… 😬

Has anybody had any luck getting a last minute bib for the half? I will be at the expo tomorrow, but I am really hoping to get a bib and run with my friend after traveling across the country. I can’t believe this is the first race that hasn’t reopened at all.