Walt Disney World Marathon

Sunday, January 9, 2011

The final race of the weekend, you will complete the most magical 26.2 miles on Earth. The course takes you through all four Walt Disney World® Theme Parks starting at Epcot®, continuing on to the Magic Kingdom® Park, Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park and Disney's Hollywood Studios™ and then back to Epcot® for an exhilarating finish.

Each participant's $135 registration in the Walt Disney World® Marathon will include:

• Race Registration
• Official Race Handbook
• Commemorative Champion® Race Tech Shirt
• Goody Bag
• Disney's Health & Fitness Expo including our world-class Speaker Series
• Event Weekend Transportation for ALL Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels
• Personalized Bibs (Register by 11/1/10)
• On Course Refreshments
• On Course Disney Entertainment
• Post-Race Refreshments
• Family Reunion Area with live entertainment and characters
• Post-Race web site with direct access to your race photos, results and custom finisher certificate
• Finishers receive Mickey Mouse medal
• Disney magic you won't find anywhere else!

**Dates, times and prices subject to change. All races are subject to capacity limits and may close at any time.**

Marathon Monday

In 2011, the all-new Mickey Medal won't be the only thing Walt Disney World Marathon participants will be running for. To reward all of the hard work, commitment and sacrifice that goes into training for a full marathon, we'll be celebrating Marathon Monday at the Walt Disney World Resort! All registered participants who complete the 26.2-mile Walt Disney World Marathon on Sunday, January 9 will receive complimentary entry into a Walt Disney World Theme Park the day after the race – Monday, January 10. In addition, there will be special opportunities for Marathon participants to be recognized in the parks all day long! Stay tuned for more details on Marathon Monday as the 2011 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend approaches.

You must be 18 years of age or older to register for and participate in the 2011 Walt Disney World Marathon. Advance registration is required. Registration is subject to availability. Complimentary theme park entry is valid for entry into one of the following Walt Disney World Theme Parks on Monday, January 10, 2011 only: Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®, Disney's Hollywood Studios™, or Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park. Complimentary entry is not refundable or transferable.

See Marathon Monday Terms & Conditions.

Walt Disney World Half Marathon

Saturday, January 8, 2011

It's runners to your mark on Saturday morning for the 13.1 mile course of the Walt Disney World® Half Marathon. Taking you to the Magic Kingdom® Park and then to an exhilarating finish in Epcot®, this race is perfect if you are a first timer or a veteran.

Each participant's $135 registration in the Walt Disney World® Half Marathon will include:

• Race Registration
• Official Race Handbook
• Commemorative Champion® Race Tech Shirt
• Goody Bag
• Disney's Health & Fitness Expo including our world-class Speaker Series
• Event Weekend Transportation for ALL Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels
• Personalized Bibs (Register by 11/1/10)
• On Course Refreshments
• On Course Disney Entertainment
• Post-Race Refreshments
• Family Reunion Area with live entertainment and characters
• Post-Race web site with direct access to your race photos, results and custom finisher certificate
• Finishers receive Donald Duck medal
• Disney magic you won't find anywhere else!

**Dates, times and prices subject to change. All races are subject to capacity limits and may close at any time.**

Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge

Saturday, January 8, 2011 and Sunday, January 9, 2011

Sign up for Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge with 7500 of your closest friends!

Are you looking for the ultimate test of endurance? Then compete in Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge where you will run the Half Marathon on Saturday and then the Marathon on Sunday. If you finish both races in the time limit you will be awarded the coveted Goofy medal.

You must register for Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge to receive the Goofy medal upon completion of both races within the pacing requirements.

Each participant's $310 registration in Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge will include:

• Race Registration for both the Half Marathon and Marathon
• Official Race Handbook
• Commemorative Champion® Race Tech Shirt for Marathon, Half Marathon and Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge
• Goody Bag
• Disney's Health & Fitness Expo including our world-class Speaker Series
• Event Weekend Transportation for ALL Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels
• Special Goofy Personalized Bibs (Register by 11/1/10)
• On Course Refreshments
• On Course Disney Entertainment
• Post-Race Refreshments
• Family Reunion Area with live entertainment and characters
• Post-Race web site with direct access to your race photos, results and custom finisher certificate
• All runners who complete both the Half Marathon and Marathon will receive the special Goofy medal in addition to the Mickey and Donald medals from the individual events!
• Disney magic you won't find anywhere else!

**Dates, times and prices subject to change. All races are subject to capacity limits and may close at any time.**

Disney Family Fun Run 5K

Friday, January 7, 2011

Adults, teens and tweens will enjoy a fun-filled and exciting 5K. Everyone in the family can be a part of this official Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend event. Experience a 5K course that winds through Epcot® with an unforgettable finish!

Each participant's $45 registration in the Disney Family Fun Run 5K will include:

• Disney theme t-shirt
• Personalized bib (Register by 11/1/10)
• Disney's Health & Fitness Expo including our world-class Speaker Series
• Goody bag
• Post-race refreshments
• Finisher medallion
• Event Weekend Transportation for ALL Walt Disney World® Resort Hotels
• Disney entertainment
• Disney magic you won't find anywhere else!

**Dates, times and prices subject to change. All races are subject to capacity limits and may close at any time.**

Mickey's Marathon Kids' Fest

Friday, January 7, 2011

Saturday, January 8, 2011

Mickey's Marathon Kids' Fest will get your little one warmed up for the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend.  Sign up for the Kids' Races to participate in this festival of fun! Children ages 13 and under can participate in these races and earn their very own finisher medal. Space is limited.

Disney's Kids' Races Age Groups

• 12 months and under - Diaper Dash for crawlers
• 1-3 years old - 100m dash
• 4-6 years old - 200m dash
• 7-8 years old - 400m dash
• Open to all children 13 years old & under - Mickey Mile (Friday, January 7 only)

Each participant's $10 registration in the Diaper Dash, 100m, 200m and 400m will include:

• Disney theme t-shirt
• Personalized Disney theme bib (Register by 11/1/10)
• Goody bag
• Finisher Medallion

Each participant's $25 registration in the Mickey Mile will include:

• Disney theme t-shirt
• Personalized Disney theme bib (Register by 11/1/10)
• Goody bag
• Finisher Medallion
• Certificate
• Timed Event

**Dates, times and prices subject to change. All races are subject to capacity limits and may close at any time.**

Disney's Health & Fitness Expo

Disney's Health & Fitness Expo is a three-day celebration focused on health and fitness, located at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. While picking up your official race number and packet, enjoy seminars on training, nutrition and racing from experts and legendary runners, and see the latest in running products from manufacturers from around the world.

Thursday, January 6
12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday, January 7
9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday, January 8
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

**Hours subject to change**

SPEAKER SERIES
Disney's Health & Fitness Expo features celebrity runner appearances and seminars on training, racing, and nutrition. Each seminar will last approximately 45 minutes and will include Q and A and autograph sessions. TV and Radio commentator Creigh Kelley will host.

PACKET PICK-UP
All runners must attend the Expo for race number and packet pick-up. If you are planning to arrive at Walt Disney World® Resort before Thursday, we highly recommend that you attend packet pick-up early in the day on Thursday, Friday or Saturday to avoid longer lines later in the day.

OFFICIAL RACE MERCHANDISE
A variety of Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend merchandise will be available for purchase at Disney's Health & Fitness Expo.

EXHIBITOR CONTACT INFO
If you are interested in becoming an exhibitor at Disney's Health & Fitness Expo, please contact wdw.sports.marathon.expo@disneysports.com

**Dates, times and prices subject to change. All races are subject to capacity limits and may close at any time.**

Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend presented by CIGNA

Entries are still available for all the 2011 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend events – Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K, Kids' Races, and Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge! Thousands have signed up already, and as we head into summer, races will begin to approach capacity limits. Don't wait any longer to secure your spot - register now!

• Marathon - 65% Full
• Half Marathon - 77% Full
• Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge - 70% Full
• Disney Family Fun Run 5K - 50% Full
• Mickey's Marathon Kids' Fest

ENTRY FEES
Walt Disney World® Marathon - $135
Walt Disney World® Half Marathon - $135
Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge - $310
Disney Family Fun Run 5K - $45
Mickey's Marathon Kids' Fest - $10
Mickey Mile - $25

CANCELLATION & TRANSFER POLICY
Registration fees are non-refundable. No exceptions will be made.

If you are currently registered for the 2011 Walt Disney World Half Marathon, Walt Disney World Marathon or Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge, you may transfer your registration to one of the other two races, subject to availability, on or before July 15, 2010. Transfer requests received after July 15, 2010 will be assessed a $25 processing fee. Transfers are not allowed for the Family Fun Run 5K, Mickey Mile or Mickey's Marathon Kids' Fest events.  A 2011 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend race entry cannot be transferred to a 2012 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend race or any other Disney's Endurance Series event.  Race entries cannot be transferred to another person.

To transfer your race registration between Marathon Weekend races, please complete the following steps:

1. REGISTER ONLINE at disneyworldmarathon.com for the race you want to transfer your entry to in 2011 (you will need to pay registration fees for the race that you will transfer your race entry to for 2011).

2. COMPLETE & SUBMIT this 2011 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Transfer Request Form to have your original race registration fees refunded upon completion of transfer.

Once your transfer request form is received, you will be issued a refund for the registration fees for the race you transferred from. The refund will only include the race registration fees and will not include any registration processing fees charged by Active.com. If you request a registration transfer to a race with registration fees less than your original race registration fees, the difference between the race registration fees will not be refunded.

Please allow two weeks from when you submit your transfer request for your refund to process and post to your account. If, after two weeks, your refund has not posted, please contact us.

ELIGIBILITY

Walt Disney World Marathon and Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge

• To compete you must be 18 years of age or older.

Walt Disney World Half Marathon

• To compete you must be 14 years of age or older.

Disney Family Fun Run 5K

• All ages are welcome to compete. Each participant must be able to complete the 5K on their own.

Mickey's Marathon Kids' Fest

• Children 13 and under can participate in the Mickey Mile and other race distances are determined by age group.

PROOF OF TIME

If you believe you will finish the Half Marathon in less than 2:45 hours or the Marathon in less than 5:00 hours, proof of time is required for start corral placement.

Please provide proof of time at the point of registration.

Proof of time should include name of race, year, distance and time finished (i.e. 2009 Boston Marathon - 3:35 OR 2009 Disneyland® Half Marathon - 2:25).  If you do not have a proof of time to submit, list N/A at the point of registration.    Proof of time must be provided from a race 10K or longer. All forms of proof of time must be from a race after July 1, 2008. If you do not provide proof of time you will be placed in the last start corral.

If you do not provide proof of time at the point of registration or acquire it after you have registered, then email this information to disneysports@trackshack.com before November 1, 2010.  After November 1, 2010 you will need to bring proof of your estimated finish time to the Runner Relations booth at the Expo if you wish to have your start corral placement changed. If you listed a race result as proof of time when registering online, then you do not have to do anything further.

**Dates, times and prices subject to change. All races are subject to capacity limits and may close at any time.**

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Travel Operators
The Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend events may sell out, but you still have the opportunity to get in and run through one of our official travel groups!

If you are traveling, either domestically or internationally, and would like to secure race entry and travel packages, please contact one of the Tour Operators or Travel Agents below to learn more.

Please remember: Each organization has their own guidelines and stipulations, and some may already be sold out. Please contact the organizations directly for more information.

US - Domestic Tour Operators
Anthony Travel
Marathon Tours & Travel

Africa
Falcon Africa Safaris

Brazil
Agaxtur Turismo
Kaluah Tours
Kamel Turismo (Servicing: Brazil, Peru, Argentina)
RENT A TOUR
Tam Viagens

Canada
Dream Travel

Mexico
SporTravel

United Kingdom
Sports Tours International

Travel Operator Program Application
If you are interested in participating in the 2011 WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon Weekend as an official travel/tour operator, please complete the form below. Fields marked with an * are required, and once you have completed the form, you will be returned to disneyworldmarathon.com. A team member of Disney's Endurance Series will contact you shortly.

Complete the Travel Operator Program Application

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Charity Groups
The Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend events may sell out, but you still have the opportunity to get in and run through one of our official charity groups!

If you are interested in running for a great cause, please contact one of the charities below for fundraising minimums, and more information.

Please remember: Each organization has their own guidelines and stipulations, and some may already be sold out. Please contact the organizations directly for more information. More groups will be posted as they become available.

Charitable Organizations

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society - *Marathon Weekend Beneficiary*

A-T Children's Project
Autism Speaks
Caleb's Crusade Against Childhood Cancer
Children's Tumor Foundation
Distance 4 Dreams
Lazarex Cancer Foundation
NACOA Run for the Children®
National MS Society – Mid Florida Chapter
Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy:Run For Our Sons
Team ASK (Athletes for Special Kids)
TEAM TSA, Tourette Syndrome Association

Charity Group Program Application
If you are interested in participating in the 2011 WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon Weekend as an official charity group, please complete the form below. Fields marked with an * are required, and once you have completed the form, you will be returned to disneyworldmarathon.com.  A team member of Disney's Endurance Series will contact you shortly.

Complete the Charity Group Program Application

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Running Clubs
There are great opportunities for Running Clubs to participate as a group in the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend events.  Your Running Club must complete the application below, and once you are accepted as an Official Running Club a Disney's Endurance Series team member will contact you with more detailed information about registration, travel and other social activities available during race weekend.

If you are interested in running for a cause, please contact one of the charities listed under the Official Charity Groups section of the website. Contact those groups for fundraising minimums and more information.

Running Club Program Application
If you are interested in participating in the 2011 WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon Weekend as an official running club, please complete the form below. Fields marked with an * are required, and once you have completed the form, you will be returned to disneyworldmarathon.com. A team member of Disney's Endurance Series will contact you shortly.

Complete the Running Club Program Application

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Verify Your Registration
Confirm your registration by entering the email address you used to register for the race. A new registration confirmation will be emailed to you from Active.com.

Confirm registration for Walt Disney World® Marathon

Confirm registration for Walt Disney World Half Marathon

Confirm registration for Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge

Confirm registration for Disney Family Fun Run 5K

Confirm registration for Mickey's Marathon Kids' Fest

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Schedule

PACKET PICK-UP

All runners must attend the Expo for race number and packet pick-up. If you are planning to arrive at Walt Disney World® Resort before Thursday, we highly recommend that you attend packet pick-up early in the day on Thursday, Friday or Saturday to avoid expected long lines. You will need to download your personalized race number pick-up card/waiver form online and bring it with you to packet pick-up at the Expo when it becomes available online in December.

If you cannot attend the race packet pick-up, then shirts, race packets and goody bags will not be mailed.  Absentee packet pick-up is available if you provide a signed waiver and copy of your driver's license to a friend, then your friend will be able to pick up your race packet on your behalf. 

EXPO
Thursday, January 6, 2011 from 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday, January 7, 2011 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 8, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

RACES

Disney Family Fun Run 5K
Friday, January 7, 2011 at 7:00 a.m.
Epcot®

Mickey Mile
Friday, January 7, 2011 at 12:30 p.m.
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

Mickey's Marathon Kids' Fest
Friday, January 7, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.
Saturday, January 8, 2011 at 11:00 a.m.
ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

Walt Disney World Half Marathon presented by CIGNA
Saturday, January 8, 2011 at 5:40 a.m.
Epcot®

Walt Disney World Marathon presented by CIGNA
Sunday, January 9, 2011 at 5:40 a.m.
Epcot®

All event information is subject to change.

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Event Details

2010 COMMEMORATIVE PROGRAM GUIDE

View the 2010 Marathon Weekend Program online today for a look back at  the weekend!

Race Instructions
Check back later for the final race instructions. 

Baggage Claim  
There will be a baggage drop off location at the race start for participants. Attach the bottom tear tag of your bib number to your bag when you drop it off at Baggage Claim. Your race bib number will be used to verify your bag when you pick it up at Baggage Claim. You must use the bag you were given at Packet Pick-up to check your baggage. We will not accept any items that are not in the provided bag. Please do not check any valuable items. Event Staff are not responsible for any lost or stolen items.

Bib Numbers 
Each runner will be issued a bib number at packet pick-up. It is the responsibility of each runner to wear the bib during the race. If a runner is seen without their bib number while running on the course, they will be removed from the course for security and safety reasons.

A ChronoTrack D-Tag timing device will be located on the back of the race bib.

Timing & Results
The Marathon, Half Marathon and Mickey Mile are timed events.

The ChronoTrack timing system will be used for the Marathon, Half Marathon and Mickey Mile. A ChronoTrack timing D-Tag will be located on the back of each runner's race bib. The disposable D-Tag should be peeled off and attached to the participant's shoe before the race.

Online results will be posted after race conclusion at disneyworldmarathon.com


If you are picked up and transported to the finish line for any reason you will not receive a finisher medal.

All event information is subject to change.

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Safety

SAFETY REMINDER

For the safety of yourself and the other participants, baby joggers, strollers, baby carriers, baby backpacks, inline skates, motorized scooters, bicycles, skateboards, and animals of any kind are prohibited from the course. If you are seen in violation of one of these you will be removed from the course and transported to the finish line area.

Headphones are discouraged due to audio messages that are placed throughout the course to ensure your safety.

You are allowed to and even encouraged to wear a costume while running the event, however, your costume cannot include a face mask for security and safety reasons.  Anyone seen in violation of this will be removed from the course. If your costume is questionable or offensive to others, we reserve the right to either have you change into something more appropriate or remove you from the event.

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MAPS

Course maps for the 2011 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend events are now available:

Walt Disney World® Marathon

Walt Disney World® Half Marathon

3D COURSE MAPS

Explore the Marathon and Half Marathon courses of the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend in Google Earth 3D*

*This feature requires the Google Earth Plugin.

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Pacing Requirements

MARATHON EVENTS: All athletes entering the Half Marathon and/or Marathon must maintain a 16-minute per mile pace or faster throughout the race.

Disney Family Fun Run 5K: All athletes entering the Disney Family Fun Run 5K must maintain a 16-minute per mile pace or faster in order to receive the finisher medallion.

Anyone not able to maintain the respective paces will be picked up and transported to the finish. You can be picked up at any point along the course for not maintaining pace.

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Official Sponsors

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Official Sports Apparel of ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex For more information go to www.championusa.com

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Clif Bar Official Energy Bar of the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend - "Clif Bar, "Nutrition for Sustained Energy!" To find out more go to www.clifbar.com

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Dasani Official Water Provider of the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend - "Dasani, make your mouth water" To find out more go to www.dasani.com

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Florida Hospital Official Medical Provider of the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend. Physical fitness is an important aspect of overall wellness, and part of Florida Hospital's mission is to promote a healthy lifestyle as we care for the whole person - mind, body, and spirit. To find out more go to www.celebrationhealth.com

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Official Writing Instrument for ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex For more information go to www.sharpie.com

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Spira Official Performance Shoe of Disney's Endurance Series To find out more go to www.spirafootwear.com

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iFitness Official Running Belt of Disney's Endurance Series. To find out more go to www.iFitnessInc.com

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Awards

Overall Half Marathon male and female winners and wheelchair winners receive their awards at a presentation in the Family Reunion area at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday. On Sunday, the Overall Marathon male and female winners and wheelchair winners will receive their awards at a presentation to be held in the Family Reunion area at 9:30 a.m. Please note, overall awards are based on Gun Time.

Individual Awards

The following awards for both the Half Marathon and the Marathon will be distributed by mail after the event. Because of the number of people who participate in both the Marathon and Half Marathon, it can often take several minutes to cross the start line. In the interest of fairness, masters and age group award winners will be based on Net Time. Masters (40 and over) that place in the overall division, will receive that overall award only. A runner will not receive two awards for the same race result.

Male Masters Champion
Female Masters Champion

Age Groups (Male and Female) Top 5
14 - 17 (Half Marathon Only)
18 - 24
25 - 29
30 - 34
35 - 39
40 - 44
45 - 49
50 - 54
55 - 59
60 - 64
65 - 69
70 - 74
75 - 79
80 & Over

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FAQs

REGISTRATION

What is included in the registration fee?
For information on what is included in your registration fee, please refer to the 'Event Overview' tab at www.disneyworldmarathon.com.

Is there a Cast Member, DVC member or Annual Passholder discount?
No Cast Member, DVC Member or Annual Passholder discount is available for the 2011 Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend.

How do I know that I'm registered?
Once your registration has been processed, you will receive a confirmation email from Active.com. This email will serve as your only confirmation of registration.

Can I get an additional registration confirmation emailed to me?
 To receive an additional registration confirmation, visit www.disneyworldmarathon.com and select the 'Registration' link and then the 'Confirmation' link. Enter the email address you used to register for the race and an additional confirmation email will be sent to you.

Is there a minimum age to register for the race?
To view the age requirements for each race, please view the 'Registration' link at www.disneyworldmarathon.com.

Is a theme park ticket included in my registration?
No. Theme park tickets must be purchased separately from your race registration.

Do I need to purchase a theme park ticket to participate in the race? A theme park ticket is not needed to participate in any of the races during the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend.

What is included on my personalized bib?
Your personalized bib will include your first name and your race number.

If the race is sold out, can I still get in?
Guaranteed registrations may be available through our Groups & Charities program. Please refer to the Groups & Charities link under the 'Registration' link at www.disneyworldmarathon.com.

Do you have a waiting list?
A waiting list is not available for any of the races during the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend. Please see the question above for more information about guaranteed registrations.

 

REFUNDS, CANCELLATIONS AND TRANSFERS

If I am injured, pregnant or no longer able to attend the event, can I get a refund?
Entry fees are non-refundable. The only exception made is for active military who are deployed for service.

Can I get a refund on my race entry or transfer it to next year?
Entry fees are non-refundable. If your registration for the 2011 event is confirmed and you are unable to participate, you will receive guaranteed entry into the 2012 race if you notify us in writing postmarked by November 13, 2010. You are still required to register for the 2011 race and your entry fee for the 2010 race WILL NOT transfer to the 2011 race.

If I am already registered for a 2011 WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon Weekend race, can I transfer my registration to a different race?
If you are currently registered for the 2011 WALT DISNEY WORLD® Half Marathon, WALT DISNEY WORLD® Marathon or Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge, you may transfer your registration to one of the other two races, subject to availability. See transfer policy for details. Transfers are not allowed for the 5K, Kids' Races or Mickey Mile events.

 

PROOF OF TIME/CORRAL PLACEMENT

Do I need to submit proof of time?
Corral placement is based on your anticipated finish time. If you believe you will complete the half marathon in under 2:45 hours or the full marathon in under 5 hours you must submit a proof of time that supports your anticipated finish time. If your finish time will be after 2:45/5:00 hours, you do not need to submit proof of time.

I submitted my proof of time when I registered. Do I need to do anything else?
If you submitted proof of time during registration, you do not need to provide any other information or documentation.

What is considered an acceptable proof of time?
Proof of time must be from a race 10K or longer completed after July 1, 2008. Proof of time should include name of race, year, distance and time finished (i.e. 2009 Disneyland® Half Marathon - 2:25). 

How do I submit my proof of time?
Please submit proof of time at the point of registration. If you need to submit proof of time after registration, please email it to disneysports@trackshack.com.

I submitted my proof of time, but now I have a better time.  What do I do?
If you have an improved time that you want to submit, please email your updated proof of time to disneysports@trackshack.com.

What happens if I do not submit proof of time?
If you do not provide proof of time you will be placed in the last start corral.

 

PACING REQUIREMENTS & RESTRICTIONS

Is there a pacing requirement for the race?
Yes. Participants in the Family Fun Run 5K, Half Marathon and Full Marathon must maintain a 16-minute per mile pace throughout the race.

Is this race walker friendly?
Both runners and walkers who can maintain a 16-minute per mile pace are welcome to participate in the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend.

What happens if I can't keep up with the pacing requirement?
Anyone not able to maintain the pace will be picked up and transported to the finish. You may be picked up at any point along the course for not maintaining pace. If you are transported to the finish line for any reason you will not receive a finisher medal.

Are there any other restrictions I should know about?
For the safety of yourself and the other participants, baby joggers, strollers, baby carriers, baby backpacks, inline skates, motorized scooters, bicycles, skateboards and animals of any kind are prohibited from the course. If you are seen in violation of one these you will be removed from the course and transported to the finish line.

Can I use my ipod, MP3 player or headphones?
Headphones can be worn but are discouraged due to audio messages that are placed throughout the course to ensure your safety.

 

EXPO & PACKET PICK-UP

Where do I pick up my race packet?
You must attend Disney's Health & Fitness Expo to pick up your packet. Please refer to the 'Schedule' link at www.disneyworldmarathon.com for Expo hours.

Is there race morning packet pick-up?
Race morning packet pick-up is not available for the Marathon, Half Marathon or Goofy's Challenge.

Do I have to attend the Expo?
You are required to attend the Expo to pick up your race packet, race shirt and goody bag.

What are the hours of the Expo?
Please refer to the 'Schedule' link at www.disneyworldmarathon.com for Expo hours.

Where is the Expo located?
Disney's Health & Fitness Expo will be held at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

Do I need to bring anything with me to Packet Pick-up?
To pick up your race packet, you must bring a photo ID and your signed waiver. A waiver must be completed and signed by each participant. If the participant is under 18 years old, the waiver must be completed and signed by a parent or legal guardian. No exceptions will be made.

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?
Yes. If you are not able to attend Packet Pick-Up, the individual picking up on your behalf must provide the following items as well as his/her picture ID: written authorization signed by the participant, a copy of the participant's picture ID, and the event waiver signed by the participant. No exceptions will be made.

If I can't attend the race, can my race packet be mailed to me?
Unfortunately, we are unable to mail race packets, goody bags and race shirts.

Can I bring my stroller to the Expo?
Strollers are not allowed inside Jostens® Center or The Milkhouse at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

 

CONTACTING US

What is the best way to contact the Endurance Team?
Members of Disney's Endurance Series team are available via phone and email to answer your questions. Please allow at least 2 business days for us to return your email or phone call. Send email to wdw.sports.marathon.endurance@disneysports.com or call 407-938-3398.

I left a message or sent an email and haven't heard back from you. What should I do?
If you have contacted us right before or right after an event or during a holiday, please expect a delayed response time. The same Endurance Team who answers your calls is the same team who is busy planning your magical event! During other times of the year, if you have not heard back from us and it has been over 2 business days, please feel free to call us again.

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Spectator Resources

Marathon Weekend Spectator Online Tool
Do you want to know all of the best places to see your runner along the course? The online spectator tool will help you plan your customized route based on your runner's pace or estimated finish time. You can even plan a route to see your runner go through Cinderella Castle!

The Spectator Online Tool will be available in late fall.

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Travel Details

Walt Disney World® MARATHON WEEKEND TRAVEL

This is a race where the fun doesn't have to end when you cross the finish line. There's never been a better time to bring the whole family to help celebrate your achievement! Book a Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend Package and stay right in the middle of the magic.

MAGIC YOUR WAY PACKAGE

The Magic Your Way base package is a starter package that lets you experience the magic of a Walt Disney World vacation at an affordable rate. Just pick your favorite themed Disney Resort hotel then pick the number of days for your Theme Park ticket. Create your perfect vacation with customizable Magic Your Way Tickets.

BOOK 2011 TRAVEL ONLINE

PACKAGE DETAILS

Call Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Reservations at 407-WDW-IRUN (939-4786) for additional package options.

Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Dine Plan Packages will be available in August to be added to your travel package! If you book your travel before August, then you can call 407-WDW-IRUN to modify your package once dine plans are available and add on this great value!

See what's included in the Magic Your Way Package such as accommodation choices and Theme Park ticket options. Learn about Disney Resort Guest benefits like complimentary transportation and extended Park hours. With the Magic Your Way Package, you can enjoy:

DISNEY RESORT HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH MANY HOTELS TO CHOOSE FROM

When you book this package, you can choose a hotel category to fit your budget and party size:

• Value
• Moderate
• Deluxe
• Deluxe Villa
• Cabins & Campgrounds

Plus, you'll enjoy all the benefits of staying at a Disney Resort hotel (see "Resort Guest benefits").

THEME PARK TICKETS FOR ONE PARK PER DAY THAT YOU CAN CUSTOMIZE

This package includes the Magic Your Way Base Ticket. Choose the number of days (from 1 to 10) of your ticket, which provides admission to one of the four Theme Parks each day. The more days you add to your ticket, the less you pay per day!

UPGRADE YOUR TICKET TO MAXIMIZE YOUR FUN

Purchase these ticket options to enjoy the ultimate in fun and flexibility:

Park Hopper® Option

• Come and go as you please through all four Walt Disney World Theme Parks on the same day for each day of your ticket.

Water Park Fun & More* Option

• Add more Disney fun beyond the Theme Parks. This option provides a certain number of visits based on the length of your ticket. For each visit, you can choose one of the following: Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park, DisneyQuest® Indoor Interactive Theme Park, Downtown Disney® or Disney's Wide World of Sports® Complex.

No Expiration Option

*Water Parks subject to seasonal or weather closures. Age restrictions may apply for access to certain facilities.

Tickets and options must be used within 14 days of first use unless the No Expiration Option is purchased. All tickets and options are nontransferable and exclude activities/events separately priced.

RESORT GUEST BENEFITS LIKE COMPLIMENTARY TRANSPORTATION AND EXTENDED PARK HOURS

As a Guest at select Walt Disney World® Resort hotels, a variety of valuable benefits are included to help you save money and make your Disney vacation more relaxing and carefree.

AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION AND LUGGAGE DELIVERY

Disney's Magical Express transportation is a complimentary service that provides transportation and luggage delivery upon arrival at Orlando International airport, and convenient return service to Orlando International airport at the end of your stay.

Bypass Baggage Claim

• When you arrive at Orlando International Airport, you won't even have to think about your luggage, which will "magically" be delivered to your room.

Save on Transportation Costs

• At Orlando International Airport you'll board deluxe air-conditioned motor coaches to your Walt Disney World Resort hotel. You can relax and forget about paying tolls, the service is complimentary!

Enjoy Airport Return Service

• At the end of your stay, from your Disney Resort hotel you and your luggage are returned to the Orlando International Airport aboard deluxe air-conditioned motor coaches.

Bypass Airport Check-in

• When traveling on a participating airline (domestic flights only), you can obtain your return airline boarding passes and check your luggage at your Disney Resort hotel.

RESORT-WIDE TRANSPORTATION

As part of your vacation package, you can let Disney do the driving for you with easy, convenient transportation between Disney Resort hotels, Theme Parks, Water Parks, the Downtown Disney area and other recreation spots throughout the Walt Disney World® Resort.
Resort-wide transportation includes:

• Monorail
• Water taxis
• Motor coaches

Enjoy door-to-door service that delivers you just steps from the Theme Park gates!

MORE TIME IN THE THEME PARKS

With the Extra Magic Hours benefit, as a Resort hotel Guest you'll enjoy additional time to play at a select Theme Park each day of your Park ticket.

Every day, one of the Theme Parks opens an hour early or stays open up to three hours after regular Park closing so Disney Resort hotel Guests can enjoy access to select attractions during the cooler parts of the day, while experiencing all the magic at an easy, more comfortable pace. And magic is never more sparkling than at night in the Theme Parks!

Even better, Disney Water Parks offer Extra Magic Hours every morning - and what better place to cool off than at one of the Water Parks or the pool at your Resort hotel! You can then take advantage of the Extra Magic Hours Benefit at the Theme Parks at night.

YOUR PURCHASES ON ONE BILL

Your Key to the World card acts as your hotel room key and Theme Park ticket. But that's not all.

For easy tracking and convenience, your card also lets you dine and shop throughout the Walt Disney World® Resort and charge meals, goods and services directly to your room. You can then view your vacation purchases on one consolidated statement!

• Use the card during your vacation to pay for meals at over 100 select locations throughout Walt Disney World® Resort.
• Use the card to charge gifts and souvenirs throughout theWalt Disney World® Resort.
• Present your card to select Disney Cast Members to take advantage of the Extra Magic Hours benefit.

YOUR PURCHASE DELIVERED TO YOUR ROOM

Shop at select Disney stores throughout the Walt Disney World® Resort and have your purchases delivered right to your room so you can be free to play without lugging packages and souvenirs around!

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THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society®(LLS), headquartered in White Plains, NY, with 68 chapters in the United States and Canada, is the world's largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research and providing education and patient services. The LLS mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. Since its founding in 1949, LLS has invested more than $550 million in research specifically targeting leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Last year alone, LLS made 5.1 million contacts with patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals.  To learn more, visit www.lls.org.

The Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend benefits The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society®(LLS), an organization dedicated to the fight against blood cancers. With the support of thousands of volunteers and participants in LLS's Team In Training program, the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend will help blood cancer patients live better, longer lives.

LLS uses the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend as a platform to create awareness of this life saving cause, as well as to raise much needed funds for research.  Participants and volunteers have the opportunity to make donations to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society directly at the point of registration or by visiting our website at www.disneyworldmarathon.com.  Each year, roughly $7 million is raised through participant and volunteer donations along with the Team in Training fundraising program. 

How Can I Get Involved? Your gift can help find cures for leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma. Make a donation now!

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Congratulations to everyone who participated in the Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend presented by CIGNA! Thank you for making the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend a tradition.

2010 RACE RESULTS

View the 2010 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Results Online

Print Your Race Certificate
Visit your personalized post-race Half Marathon, Marathon or Goofy Challenge website mydisneymarathon.com/DisneyWorld where you can view your race results and photo and download a custom finisher certificate. We will not be mailing out certificates. By printing yours at home you can celebrate your achievement as soon as possible. You can use the Search for Runners function to find your finish times! Share your magical journey with others through the photos and video of the race.

ASI PHOTOGRAPHY

ASI photographed you throughout your magical journey to the finish line. Please visit www.asiphoto.com today for more information.

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Commemorative Items

Celebrate your Walt Disney World® Marathon Weekend achievement with special commemorative items that will preserve your race memories for years to come.

2011 Items

COMMEMORATIVE PINS

As a participant, you have the opportunity to purchase a Commemorative Pin! Pins can be purchased during registration or you can purchase them now!

*Pins will ONLY be distributed at Packet Pick-up. Pins not picked up at Packet Pick-up will not be mailed and will not be refunded. Quantities are limited.

Select your event below:
Marathon
Half Marathon
Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge
Disney Family Fun Run 5K

COMMEMORATIVE EARS
Mickey's Marathon Kids' Fest

2010 Items

OFFICIAL RACE PHOTOS

ASI photographers will be on the course and at the finish line taking your picture during the race. Remember to smile and keep your race number uncovered and in clear view. Race photos will be posted approximately one week following the event. ASI will email you your photograph proofs or you can visit www.asiorders.com after the race to view your race photos.

OFFICIAL LICENSEES

DoubleTake Images is doing another in its series of collectible posters that could feature your running picture. View this year's poster. Any runner who orders the poster is guaranteed to appear in it. But there is limited space, so order as soon as possible.

Lasting Commemoratives  will be offering limited edition fine art prints and a family of personalized commemorative items based on original Walt Disney World Marathon artwork. View their full line of products and shop on-line now.

Fond Memories Graphics preserves the memory of your achievement forever with a personalized shadow box or certificate plaque engraved with your name and chip time. Engrave your medal at the finish-line booth, chip times will be available! For more information, visit www.fondmemoriesgraphics.com.