runDisney Events to Include in Your Family Vacation to Disney!

Walt Disney World in Florida and Disneyland in California are all about having great experiences no matter what type of trip you are planning or who you are visiting with– even if you plan to go solo. The runDisney events that are hosted throughout the year follow the same idea, and many of them have been created to be all encompassing when it comes to who they are suited for. Still, some of the runDisney events are geared more towards the family than others and include kid races, kid friendly parties and special character greetings. runDisney unfortunately does not permit strollers during the races so be sure to visit Run Stroller Run for stroller friendly races all across the United States.

If you want to combine a runDisney event into your family vacation, these are some of the best options that runDisney offers for families.

Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend

While the half marathon is the highlight event of the weekend, there are many race choices to choose from including a 10K, 5K, and a kids race at Walt Disney World. This event is designed specifically for women and girls, making it a great bonding experience for moms and daughters, aunts and grandmas and sisters. Everyone is encouraged to dress up for the race and family and guests are entertained at different points all along the race routes. Wrap up the end of your race with the entire family at the after party in Downtown Disney where you will get special princess treatment, can dance the night away and get the chance to mingle with your favorite Disney princesses.

Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend

Taking place at Disneyland, the Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend is a fun way to run through the park and part of Anaheim, California. This event is designed for women, but has plenty of family fun potential and participation available. While the half marathon is the big event, the kid races get a lot of attention because of the excitement and enthusiasm the kids bring to events. This event in particular is fun for family members to run because you are allowed to participate as a team of at least two runners.

Expedition Everest Challenge

This race event is part race part obstacle course, and is perfect for families vacationing together at Walt Disney World. While your individual time is important, so is your team score, so you are racing for yourself, racing within your team and racing as a team. This is a great event for the competitive family that wants to participate in an event together during their vacation stay.

Avengers Half Marathon Weekend

The Avengers Half Marathon Weekend is a celebration if superheroes and meant to bring out the hero in us all. Held at Disneyland, this race event fits into the Disney magic that your family is planning, with a 5K, 10K, Infinity Gauntlet Challenge and kids races in addition to the half marathon event. The event starts with a party and ends in the family reunion area with a celebration filled with characters, music, entertainment, characters and food.

Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend

Star Wars events at Disney venues are some of the most popular and well attended events, and the Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend is no different. Held at Disneyland, this race event is meant for all ages and is filled with elements of the cult favorite films everywhere. Jedis, storm troopers and other characters are out in full force, making this a fun event for family members whether they are running or not.