There were so many exciting announcements and things going on at Disney. You can read about all of them in our weekly wrap up, Around the Mouse.
One of my most favorite announcements was about the new Star Wars Half Marathon coming to Disney World. Disney marathons are so popular and the Star Wars Half Marathon is sure to be a crowd pleaser.
The Star Wars Half Marathon – the Dark Side enters the galaxy April 14-17, 2016 at Walt Disney World Resort and pays homage to the dark side forces of the Star Wars universe. This new race follows the debut of the popular Star Wars-themed race weekend at Disneyland Resort, which will return in January as the Star Wars Half Marathon – the Light Side. The new Star Wars race at Walt Disney World Resort will be an intergalactic experience involving kids’ races, a 5K and a 10K in addition to the half marathon, plus a variety of Star Wars experiences, medals, events and merchandise inspired by a galaxy far, far away. Among its many features will be a unique 13.1-mile course that propels runners through Epcot, Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios and finishes at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. As part of the race weekend, runners can also participate in two new challenges. The Kessel Run Challenge is a coast-to-coast challenge for those who participate in both Star Wars Half Marathons – The Light Side and The Dark Side. Runners who participate in the Kessel Run Challenge will earn a commemorative medal inspired by the Millennium Falcon spacecraft. The Star Wars Dark Side Challenge will be for those running the 10K and the half marathon at Walt Disney World Resort, offering each finisher a Death Star-theme medal.
Don’t forget to check out this weeks Around the Mouse for this news and more. You can click on the link to read all about all of the exciting Disney World news we have for you.
Written by Lori Wall: Lori is a lifelong fan and visitor of Walt Disney World! Her love of Disney World has grown through visits with her own family as well as through planning magical vacations for others! Lori is an expert in maximizing vacations while sticking to a travel budget. Contact her about saving an extra 5% off your Disney vacation with an insider tip! Book your vacation with Lori at (845) 698- 0102 or request a price online.