JUST IN: 2023 runDisney Marathon Weekend Medals Reveal
We’ve got some awesome news from runDisney enthusiasts! Disney surprised us this morning with a first look at the medals for the 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend and it is a flashback to the 90s!
2023 marks the 30th Anniversary of the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend with events running January 4 – 8, 2023. The weekend will consist of six races and three challenges. Let’s take a look at the medals for each:
Walt Disney World 5K
Pluto joins runners for a “pawsitively exciting 5k! This 3.1 mile course is perfect for the entire family to enjoy. The medal features bright neon-colored details. The official Disney World logo appears on all the medals along with the race-type and date.
Walt Disney World 10K
Gracing the front of the 10K is the dynamic duo of Chip ‘n’ Dale! The medal shows psyching themselves to hit the finish line with the help of an acorn on a string!
Walt Disney World Half Marathon
The Half Marathon Medal is wonderfully retro. It features a fun geometric design with multicolored accents and an image of Donald Duck and Daisy Duck running side-by-side.
Walt Disney World Marathon
Since it has been 30 years since the first Walt Disney World Marathon, what better way to celebrate than with this medal featuring a giant 30! Again we’ve got those bold neon colors and images of Mickey and Minnie racing to the finish line. Its the perfect way to celebrate completing the 26.2 mile course!
Goofy Race and a Half Challenge
Now for those feeling super motivated! Runners taking place in both the Walt Disney World Half and Full Marathons can get this Goofy’s Challenge Medal celebrating your 39.3 mile journey.
Dopey Challenge
Thinking of running all four races!? Then you’ll be bringing home this Dopey Challenge medal! Celebrating 10 years of this incredible feat, its some awesome bling for those daring to brave the 48.6 mile run!
Also don’t forget that you can also experience all of the fun of runDisney marathon weekend from the comfort of home with the Virtual Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend even. You can find out more about the events here.
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