This will give you a feel for what it’s like to get on a Disney bus at 3 a.m., arrive at Epcot, and line up in a corral at 4:30 a.m. for the marathon or 5 a.m. for the other races.

My favorite race at Disney World is the runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend, where the themes change every year. One year, I participated in throwback races, complete with a duo 5K and scavenger ...

Plan to Take a Ride Once the parks open (the times vary from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m.), some runners quickly get on lines for rides—if they pace the race right and Disney employees can get them on quickly.

For example, at the Disney Princess Half, one group runs 4 minutes and walks 30 seconds, aiming to finish in 1:45 (equivalent to an 8-minute-mile pace), while other groups run 15 seconds and walk ...

Each race weekend features a 5K, 10K, 10-miler or half marathon, challenge events and a health and fitness expo. The Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend in January also offers a full 26.2-mile ...

Additionally, a health and fitness expo, yoga, races for kids, and post-race parties at select race weekends. Every January, the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend hosts the full 26.2-mile marathon.