42.195 km
Distance
145 m
Elevation Gain
4:45:00
Average Finish Time
21,500
Total Finishers
2008
Established
Flat
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Course & Elevation
The Walt Disney World Marathon is a unique point-to-point course that winds through all four Disney parks—Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Hollywood Studios, and Animal Kingdom—plus resort areas and ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The course is predominantly flat with magical scenery changes at nearly every mile, featuring character appearances, live entertainment, and the most whimsical marathon experience in America. The finish line is located at Epcot's front entrance.
🌤️ Weather
Early January brings mild Florida weather with cool mornings and pleasant afternoons. Conditions are ideal for running with lower humidity compared to summer months, though occasional rain showers are possible.
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🎯 Fun Facts
- ▸ Runners pass through all four Walt Disney World theme parks in a single marathon, making it the only major marathon to feature this unique park-to-park experience.
- ▸ The course includes over 25 character meet-and-greet opportunities, with Mickey, Cinderella, and other Disney favorites positioned throughout the race.
- ▸ First-time marathoners make up approximately 45% of the field, making it one of the most popular debut marathons in North America.
- ▸ The race generates over $100 million in direct spending for the Orlando economy annually, making it one of the largest sporting events in central Florida.
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