If you’re intimidated by trying a runDisney event or love earning medals, then you don’t want to miss details and dates to sign up.
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runDisney hosts FOUR race weekends at Walt Disney World and will soon bring races back to Disneyland. These races bring huge crowds of runners excited to participate. Whether athletes are participating in a 5K or half-marathon, there’s one thing for sure, they can be so much fun!
Whether you like earning medals, meeting unique characters, or completing challenges, runDisney events are extremely popular. Take a look at Heather’s post HERE to see things all things runDisney participants need to know.
Easing into Running
What if you’re a not a runner but would like a way to ease into a runDisney event without the pressure of other participants and the clock. Now, for the 100th Celebration, Disney gives us a chance to do just that!
I (Susan) plan to participate in a runDisney Virtual Race to “get my feet wet.” Then, I can judge whether or not this is a good fit for me. If you’ve considered doing this, check out the all the info below.
Details
During a year filled with the biggest celebration yet, Disney’s 100th anniversary, runDisney is joining in the festivities. This summer, invite your your friends and family to run one of three unique 5Ks or go the extra mile and take on the challenge by completing all three!
Kicking off the runDisney Virtual Series is a throwback tribute to Mickey Mouse’s debut role in 1928. Whistle your way through 3.1 miles during the Steamboat Willie 5K shown above.
Next, conjure up some magic during your virtual miles! The Sorcerer’s Apprentice 5K pays tribute to Mickey Mouse’s most magical role in the Disney animated classic, “Fantasia.”
Hang onto your sneakers as you zip away on a zany virtual race adventure! The Runaway Railway 5K is inspired by the exciting attraction starring both Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse at Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort.
Go the extra mile this summer and take on the Disney100 Challenge by completing all three 5K events! Challenge participants can look forward to earning this extra-special finisher medal featuring the mice that started it all – Mickey and Minnie!
Challenge participants can look forward to earning this extra-special finisher medal featuring the mice that started it all – Mickey and Minnie!
This year’s medal comes with some hidden magic – pop off the front part of the medal to reveal a magnet you can use to showcase your achievement on your fridge, office whiteboard or location of your choice AND still have a keepsake medal for your wall.
Registration for the 2023 runDisney Virtual Series opens on April 25.
What do you think of these runDisney virtual races? Are you wanting to give them a try? If so, which medal is your favorite? Please share your thoughts in the comments below.
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