Disney Confirms Initial Details for 2026-27 runDisney Season
Published September 24, 2026
On Monday, September 21, Disney announced the first details for the 2026-27 runDisney season at Walt Disney World, beginning with the 2026 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend. As of Thursday, September 24, the initial confirmation focuses on race inclusions, updated finisher medals, and an expanded 5K event at EPCOT.
The upcoming season will feature four distinct race weekends at Walt Disney World, supplemented by virtual races throughout the year. For on-site events, registration provides runners with a race bib, a themed participant shirt, and a finisher medal.
Runners will experience courses routed through the theme parks before regular guest entry. On-course entertainment will include Disney characters like Mickey Mouse, live choirs, and DJs to encourage participants along the route.
What we know
- 2026 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend — This will be the first race weekend of the 2026-27 season.
- Disney Wine & Dine 5K — The event will feature an expanded experience, accompanied by a dedicated Health & Fitness Expo.
- Finisher Medals — The Wine & Dine collection designs will highlight iconic destinations around EPCOT’s World Showcase.
- Park Admission — Theme park tickets are not included with race registration and must be purchased separately to enter the parks after crossing the finish line.
What’s not confirmed
Disney has not confirmed the exact dates for the remaining three Walt Disney World race weekends, registration windows, or pricing for the 2026-27 season. The specifics of what the expanded experience for the 5K actually entails were also not included in the coverage available.
What it means for your trip
- Race weekends bring significant, concentrated crowds to Walt Disney World, frequently filling up nearby resort hotels and driving up wait times at the theme parks.
- If you plan to celebrate inside a park after your run, ensure you purchase a standard date-based theme park ticket in advance.
- If you are visiting during a scheduled race weekend, use SupaPark’s best-time-to-ride forecaster to navigate the elevated crowd levels and optimize your Lightning Lane selections.
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