You do not need to run the Castaway Cay 5K; you can absolutely walk it! I have done this course a couple of times, I have the medals to prove it, and I certainly walked more than I ran!
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Yes, walkers are welcome in a runDisney event. Just be sure to maintain the minimum-pacing requirement for the race you're participating in when walking. If you fall short, no worries! Our shuttle will be along to pick you up at a safe location along the course.
Yes, walkers are welcome in a runDisney event. Just be sure to maintain the minimum-pacing requirement for the race you're participating in when walking. If you fall short, no worries! Our shuttle will be along to pick you up at a safe location along the course.
Of course, your family and friends are welcome to join you at the Expo too! Your Check-in Pass will be available to you beginning October 30, 2023 through your runDisney account. We will provide the latest updates to transportation leading up to our race weekend.
A runDisney 5k is a 5k race that is hosted on the grounds of Walt Disney World, or virtually at home. RunDisney is the marathon race providers of the Walt Disney Company, where runners typically race through the theme parks, looking to see their favorite characters cheering them on.
Disney Princess 5K Highlights: 3.1-mile Course Through Walt Disney World Resort. An Array of Disney Character Sightings and Entertainment Throughout the Race.
Generally speaking, some of the more popular race weekends such as the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend and Princess Half Marathon Weekend tend to sell out within minutes or hours of registration opening.
The average Walt Disney World guest walks 7-10 miles PER DAY during their vacation. For some guests, this is great – you want to get those steps in as your form of vacation exercise (gotta work off all those cupcake and turkey leg calories).