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​If you are interested in running and theme parks, this is the place for you. Below is a run-down or all races from RunDisney to Cedar Fair and everything in-between. Be sure to check out the updates below, we try to update this a few times a year. 

Be sure to check out our original runDisney article to see some of our thoughts on the race series. Reviews of individual races are also listed below. 

The information below is current as of February 12, 2018

runDisney Races

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Disney Races are listed in date order, starting in January. We'll update these dates as they become available. 

If you have a Disneyland or Walt Disney World Annual Pass, are a member of DVC or go through a variety of Travel Partners you can get early registration. Go to the RunDisney Home Page to learn more. 

RunDisney has made some enhancements to their races, you can read all about them here. Be sure to check out the highlights below: 
  • Digital Event Guides
  • "Metal" medals for all races 

Note: ALL RunDisney races on the West Coast have been cancelled until further notice, reportedly due to Star Wars Land construction. You can read more of our thoughts on this here. ​
Star Wars Virtual Half Marathon
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  • Registration Dates – January 3 – February 28, 2018
  • Completion Timeframe – January 3 – March 31, 2018

Registration Now Open
Registration Fees: 
Star Wars Virtual Half Marathon - ONLY
  • $59
runDisney Kessel Run Challenge* - ONLY
  • $69
runDisney Kessel Run Challenge Bundles
  • $399 - Star Wars First Order Challenge PLUS runDisney Kessel Run Challenge
  • $254 - Star Wars Dark Side Half Marathon PLUS runDisney Kessel Run Challenge
*In order to participate in the runDisney Kessel Run Challenge, runners must be registered for either the Star Wars First Order Challenge OR Star Wars Dark Side Half Marathon PLUS the runDisney Kessel Run Challenge. The Star Wars First Order Challenge and Star Wars Dark Side Half Marathon are subject to a separate registration fee, eligibility requirements and capacity limits.
Virtual Running Shorts Series
Registration Fees:
Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend (Walt Disney World)
2019 Registration Fees: (Prices not listed yet) 
Tip: The Dopey Challenge, Half Marathon, 5k and 10k sell out VERY soon so be sure to register as soon as it opens. 
Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend - The Light Side (Disneyland)
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CANCELLED

Star Wars Half Marathon Updates: 
​2015 Star Wars Half Marathon
Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend (Walt Disney World)
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​February 22-25, 2018

2018 Races SOLD OUT
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Princess Half Marathon Updates: 
2014 Princess Half Marathon
2016 Princess Half Marathon
Star Wars Half Marathon Weekend: The Dark Side (Walt Disney World)
Registration Fees: 
Star Wars Dark Side ™ Half Marathon
  • $185
Star Wars™ First Order Challenge
  • $330
Star Wars™ Dark Side 10K 
  • Sold Out
Star Wars™ Dark Side 5K
  • $80
runDisney Kids Races presented by GoGo squeeZ® Applesauce on the Go
  • Dashes - $20
  • Mile - $30
Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend (Disneyland)
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CANCELLED
Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend (Disneyland)
Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend (Walt Disney World)
Registration Fees: (Prices not listed yet) 
Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon presented by MISFIT™
Disney Two Course Challenge presented by MISFIT™
Disney Wine & Dine 10K presented by MISFIT™
Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon presented by MISFIT™
Disney Two Course Challenge presented by MISFIT™
Disney Wine & Dine 10K presented by MISFIT™
Super Heroes Half Marathon Weekend (Disneyland)
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CANCELLED
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Super Heroes Half Marathon Reviews: 
2014 Avengers Super Hero Half Marathon 
​2016 Super Heroes Half Marathon  

Other Theme Park Races

​So what if you don't live near a Disney park or a runDisney race is out of your budget or you just refuse to pay that much? Never fear, because other theme parks have actually caught on and are now offering races of their own.
The Coaster Run
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We have unfortunately received word that The Coaster Run has been Cancelled for 2018

The Coaster Run Updates: 
​2014 Knott's Coaster Run
2015 Knott's Coaster Run
Run for the Fund 5k (Busch Gardens Tampa Bay)
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May 19, 2018
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Registration Now Open

Registration includes one voucher to purchase a $25 + tax Busch Gardens Tampa Bay admission, valid for one visit through Labor Day, September 3, 2018. Participants also receive a dri-fit (uni-sex) race shirt, finisher’s medal, race bib with timing chip, and light refreshments at the finish line.
Registration Fees: 
General Registration = $25 (before April 15) 
Employee Registration = $15
Pole to Pole 5k (Sea World San Diego)
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No 2018 Date announced 
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Cedar Fair "Run and Ride" Race Series
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​Various Dates (See below)
Registration now open
Below is the schedule for the Run and Ride series at Cedar Fair parks. These are the only dates so far for 2018 be we are sure more races will be added in the near future. 

Dream Big 5k at Sea World Orlando 
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April 21, 2018

Registration now open

Dream Big 5k Updates: 
2014 Dream Big 5k ​
Brick Dash 5k - Legoland Florida
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April 14, 2018

Registration now open
Registration Fees: 
Brick Dash = $35
Kids Fun Run = $25
Virtual 5k = $35
If there are any races missing from this list or you are hosting a theme park race you'd like us to feature please send us an email or comment below
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