Bastos Reclaims Crown at 20th Annual Walt Disney World Marathon

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Perennial champion wages another fierce battle with countryman and two-time champ Fredison Costa down the stretch; Victory is Bastos’ eighth at Disney; Virginia’s Renee High repeats as women’s champion; Record 65,000-plus participate in weekend’s events LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Jan. 13, 2013) – Perhaps it was fitting that at the 20th annual Walt Disney World … Continue reading "Bastos Reclaims Crown at 20th Annual Walt Disney World Marathon"
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NEW 10K RACE ADDED TO DISNEYLAND HALF MARATHON WEEKEND

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Runners Can Double Their Effort With Dumbo Double Dare; Race Registration Opens Next Month LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla (Dec. 19, 2012) — The Happiest Race on Earth is getting a little happier starting next year. The Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend is expanding to include the Disneyland 10K at Disneyland Resort in California, Aug. 30 – … Continue reading "NEW 10K RACE ADDED TO DISNEYLAND HALF MARATHON WEEKEND"
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Carey, Marini, Hoover, Astin, Zohn and Morasca Join Celebrity-Filled 20th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend

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Hollywood personalities are latest celebrities to join star-packed marathon weekend; The Biggest Loser host Alison Sweeney and ESPN radio personality Colin Cowherd already in the field; uniquely-designed commemorative race medal for every finisher LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Aug. 16, 2012) – Several additional celebrities are joining in the fun of the 20th anniversary Walt Disney … Continue reading "Carey, Marini, Hoover, Astin, Zohn and Morasca Join Celebrity-Filled 20th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend"
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20th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Medal Unveiled

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runDisney revealed the much anticipated commemorative 20th anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon medal giving runners extra incentive to finish the 26.2 mile course. The medals unique design features a classic circular shape and two spinning elements, including a medallion with classic and modern images of Mickey Mouse, and two inspirational quotes from Walt Disney himself.
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New Twists and Turns Coming to 20th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Course

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The WDW Marathon will be celebrating 20 years with special entertainment along the 20th mile. The race is also taking some new paths which will include, for the first time, running in the WDW Speedway as well as the EPSN WWOS Stadium! If you want to get in on the fun, just sign up at … Continue reading "New Twists and Turns Coming to 20th Anniversary Walt Disney World Marathon Course"
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My Disney’s Princess Half Marathon Weekend with Hidden Mickeys

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My wife Vickie and I planned a full schedule for the Run Disney Weekend in late February, 2012. First up was the 1000th podcast for the WDWToday.com crew. We relaxed in the audience in the Atlantic Dance Hall on the BoardWalk as Mike, Matt, Annette, Len and Mike sat on stage and recorded their 1000th … Continue reading "My Disney’s Princess Half Marathon Weekend with Hidden Mickeys"
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Tinker Bell Half Marathon by the Numbers

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1 – The inaugural Tinker Bell Half Marathon at Disneyland Resort 10 – Countries represented in the inaugural Tinker Bell Half Marathon; majority of international participants are from Canada. 14 – Age of the youngest participant in the 1/2 marathon 48 – US States represented in the half marathon; no runners from Maine or New … Continue reading "Tinker Bell Half Marathon by the Numbers"
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Inaugural Tinker Bell Half Marathon Takes “Flight” at Disneyland Resort

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TV sitcom star to be among the more than 17,000 runners inwomen-focused weekend of events centered on health, fitness and active lifestyles ANAHEIM, Ca. (January 19, 2012) – Pixie dust and fairy wings will overtake Disneyland Resort and the streets of Anaheim this weekend as thousands of runners participate in the inaugural Tinker Bell Half … Continue reading "Inaugural Tinker Bell Half Marathon Takes “Flight” at Disneyland Resort"
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Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend – Jan, 2012

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One gorgeous Sunday morning, my wife Vickie and I drove to the BoardWalk area to join Deb Wills and other All Ears folks to encourage the Disney marathoners as they struggled toward the finish line. We staked out a spot near the bridge from the Swan and Dolphin Resorts to the Yacht Club promenade. This … Continue reading "Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend – Jan, 2012"
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Celebrities and Wounded Veterans Join Record Disney Marathon Weekend

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19th annual runDisney event to include new marathon relay option and commemorative 15th anniversary half marathon medal; weekend field to top 56,000 Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Jan. 3, 2012) – Reality TV stars and wounded military soldiers are expected to be part of the more than 56,000 runners participating in the Walt Disney World Marathon … Continue reading "Celebrities and Wounded Veterans Join Record Disney Marathon Weekend"
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