2027 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend
- Date
- January 7–9, 2027
- Distance
- Walt Disney World® 5K · Walt Disney World® 10K · Walt Disney World® Half Marathon
From the Organizer
Big news for runDisney® and the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend! That’s because 2027 will mark the 30th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Half Marathon! In celebration, inaugural mascot Donald Duck will be the star of the show at every race on every course over the January 6–10 weekend, inviting athletes, fans and his Disney pals to join in his antics.
So come join Pluto for a doggone fun 5K. Enjoy a nutty 10K with Chip ’n’ Dale. Embark on the half marathon starring Donald and Daisy. Take on the full marathon featuring Mickey and Minnie. Run the side-splitting Goofy’s Race and a Half Challenge (made up of both the half marathon and marathon). Or go for the ultimate feat by conquering the Dopey Challenge consisting of all four races. With Donald being part of it all! As always, magic and one-of-a-kind medals are included.
Participants must attend the runDisney® Health & Fitness Expo at least one day prior to their first event to pick up their race bib, participant shirt and pre-purchased merchandise. The Expo takes place Wednesday, January 6 – Saturday, January 9.
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Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
71°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Orlando Executive Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Orlando, FL
Population
311,732
as of 2023
Elevation
110 ft
Nearest Airport
MCO
Orlando International Airport · 6 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 2027 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
- Race
- 2027 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend
- Date
- January 7–9, 2027
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The half marathon is the distance where you find out what you're actually made of. Long enough to demand real preparation. Short enough that it doesn't consume your life to train for it. Most people who run their first half describe it as the race that changed their relationship with what they're capable of. Once you cross this finish line, the bar moves. That's not a warning — that's the point.
Race day energy varies by event size, but the finish line feeling is the same regardless. Big races keep the noise going the whole way. Smaller races give you stretches where it's just you and the miles — and that solitude becomes its own kind of fuel.
The half marathon rewards people who show up for the boring training miles.
How long to train: 10–14 weeks. If you're already running consistently, 10 weeks of structured buildup is enough. If you're building from a casual base, give yourself 14.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the 2027 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend?
- 2027 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend is a running race held in Orlando, Florida on January 7, 2027. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the 2027 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend?
- Thursday, January 7, 2027 in Orlando, Florida at Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, FL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the 2027 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
2027 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend
Jan 7, 2027