disney parks

Jan 231 min read

Person in a purple Rapunzel-themed Disney shirt with "No Short Cuts, 13.1 Miles" text, standing in front of a castle at night.

Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend Merchandise

The merchandise for the upcoming runDisney weekend has been revealed!

runDisney

Jan 221 min read

Afternoon tea set on a marble table with floral china. A three-tier stand holds colorful pastries. Sunny, with green leaves in view.

Garden View Lounge Reopening Date Set!

Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa to reopen the Garden View Lounge March 19th

Jan 212 min read

A couple smiles under a rainbow painted by a purple dragon holding a candy bucket. Nighttime setting with a glowing dome in the background.

EPCOT International Festival Of The Arts Magic Shots!

Capture your own masterpiece with these new Magic Shots!

Photo Pass

Jan 162 min read

There's A NEW "Secret" Drink At La Cava del Tequila In EPCOT!

The Festival of the Arts brings Tequila and Artistry Together.

Michele

Jan 161 min read

Mannequins display vibrant Disney costumes under "Disney on Broadway" sign. Warm lighting, theater-like setting, stage decor in background.

New EPCOT Exhibit Featuring Disney On Broadway

Give Your Regards To Broadway!

Epcot

Jan 161 min read

White platter with sliced pork belly, lettuce, kimchi, and rice on a wooden table. Chopsticks, sauce, and glass enhance the setting.

Celebrate A Decade Of Morimoto Asia

Cheers to 10 years at Disney Springs!

Jan 161 min read

Purple T-shirt and pouch with "EPCOT Festival of the Arts" design on chalk-decorated pavement. Pastel chalks scattered around.

EPCOT International Festival Of The Arts Merch

A preview of the passholder merch for the FARTs Festival has been revealed.

Disney Merch

Jan 151 min read

Purple dragon statue holding a glowing paintbrush, seated on a pedestal in an art gallery with colorful paintings in the background.

It's Not Your Imagination, There Is A New Figment Popcorn Bucket!

Exclusive to the International Festival of the Arts, it's the Figment Artist Popcorn Bucket!

Disney Merch

Jan 151 min read

Yellow candy apple with bear ears, red sugar coating, and bee decoration on a white plate. Set against a plain white background.

Goofy's Candy Co. Added New Menu Items. It's Pooh, And Tigger Too!

Disney Springs adds new Winnie the Pooh themed treats!

Jan 151 min read

Hand holds waffle cone with bacon at Disney Springs. Blurred snack sign in background. Clear, blue sky. Joyful atmosphere.

New Savory Waffles At Marketplace Snacks In Disney Springs

Loaded waffles are the best snack for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

Haley

Jan 141 min read

Silhouettes of animals dance under colorful lights with confetti. Text: "New Passholder Magnet Coming Soon" in bold purple. Festive mood.

Attention Passholders: A New Magnet Is Coming!

We are way ZOO excited for this WILD new magnet!

Annual Passholder

Haley

Jan 141 min read

Hand holding a Joffrey's coffee cup with whipped cream and sprinkles, against a leafy background. Cup has purple branding label.

Returning: Fairytale Love Latte At Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea Co.

Cupid crafted this coffee himself with a whole LATTE of LOVE!

Haley

Jan 121 min read

More Miles Of Magic Coming Next Year With runDisney!

More 5K registrations will be available during the next race year.

runDisney

Jan 101 min read

Colorful dessert with yellow icing and candies on a white plate with black rim. Polka dot napkin in background adds contrast.

2026 International Festival Of The Arts Foodie Guide

Enjoy artfully crafted menus with fun foodie finds all over EPCOT!

Jan 73 min read

Disney character in orange and yellow costume pulls ears playfully. Green hat, colorful flowers, and building in background. Sunlit scene.

The Cool Kids' Summer To Have Special Character Experiences

From GoofyCore, to Bluey, to Resort Apperances, Disney Characters will be having a great summer!

Disney Parks

Jan 51 min read

Two people sit and stand near The Diamond Horseshoe building. Blue sky, ornate facade, brown sign, and greenery enhance the calm setting.

Walt Disney World Brings New Entertainment To The Diamond Horseshoe At Magic Kingdom.

Toy Story favorites Jessie, Woody, and friends are saddling up to bring a rootin’ tootin’ western revue packed with interactive fun this summer!

Michele

Jan 52 min read

Water park scene with a winding waterslide, clear blue pool, and tropical plants. Bright, sunny day with palm trees in the background.

Splash At Both Typhoon Lagoon & Blizzard Beach This Summer

As part of the 2026 Cool Kids' Summer, both Walt Disney World Waterparks will be open!

Disney Water Parks

Jan 51 min read

Spacecraft cockpit view with three people witnessing a space battle. Explosions, ships in sky. Child points excitedly. Dynamic and adventurous.

The Mandalorian & Grogu Joining Smugglers Run In May

The Mandalorian & Grogu Joining Smugglers Run In May.

Hollywood Studios

Jan 51 min read

An official runDisney event calendar for 2026 and 2027. The left side lists Walt Disney World Resort races including the Wine & Dine Half Marathon (Oct 2026), Marathon Weekend (Jan 2027), Princess Half Marathon (Feb 2027), and Springtime Surprise (April 2027). The right side lists 2026 Virtual Races including the Virtual Series, Spooktacular, and 12Ks of Christmas.

runDisney Calendar for the 2026-2027 Season Releases

Ready to log some magical miles? The runDisney 2026-2027 race calendar is officially here! From the fan-favorite Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend in October to the challenge of the 2027 Marathon Weekend, it’s time to mark your calendars and prep for registration. Whether you’re looking to run through the Disney Parks in person or join the fun from home with three different virtual series, we’ve got the full breakdown of dates and registration windows to help you plan your pe

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