Registration is now open for the 2024 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend, taking place April 18-21, 2024, at Walt Disney World Resort. This year’s theme, Embrace the Adventure, draws inspiration from Peter Pan, Up, The Lion King, and Lilo & Stitch.
Race Weekend Highlights
The event features a variety of race offerings:
- Springtime Surprise Yoga at Disney’s Hollywood Studios (April 18)
- Neverland 5K (April 19)
- Adventure Is Out There 10K (April 20)
- Hakuna Matata 10-Miler (April 21)
- Stitch’s ‘Ohana Challenge (April 19–21): Complete all three races to earn four medals
Runners can also explore the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, with official runDisney gear and the latest running equipment.
New This Year: Springtime Surprise Splash
A brand-new addition for 2024 is the Springtime Surprise Splash, a ticketed post-race event held at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park on the evening of April 21. Guests will enjoy character meet-and-greets, entertainment, dance parties, complimentary treats, and access to water attractions under the stars.
Virtual Race Option
For runners who can’t make it to Walt Disney World, registration opens August 25, 2023, for the 2024 Virtual runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend. Participants can complete the races from anywhere and earn the same medals as in-person runners.
This event wraps up the 2023-2024 runDisney season, following:
- Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend (Nov. 2–5, 2023)
- Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend (Jan. 3–7, 2024)
- Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend (Feb. 22–26, 2024)
Ready to race? Register now for in-person and virtual events at rundisney.com.
Runners can register for both the in-person races and virtual races at www.rundisney.com.
