runDisney Issues Warning to Princess Athletes Ahead of 10K Event
runDisney has just notified athletes of potential impacts to tomorrow's 10K event. Find out what the athletes need to know.
2026 Princess Half Marathon Weekend
The 2026 Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend runs from February 26th through March 2nd. This weekend includes a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, Challenge (10K and Half Marathon), and yoga.
Themes for the 2026 celebrate princesses on their unique journeys. Princesses will include Merida, Moana, Rapunzel, and Belle.
Be sure to see the race courses and the need-to-know race weekend information HERE.
Disney World Road Closures and Operational Changes
Guests staying at Disney World Resort Hotels received a handout informing them of Race Weekend Impacts. Disney is strongly encouraging Guests to use Walt Disney World Transportation, and allow for extra travel time.
Road closures will occur on both Saturday and Sunday.
Resort Guests could also be impacted by noise on race mornings (Friday through Sunday). You can read more about the impacts of race weekend HERE.
Email Notification
Tonight, heavy rain and potential storms are moving into Central Florida. runDisney is making sure all athletes and race crew stay safe. Tonight, they emailed the Princess 10K athletes notifying them of possible changes for tomorrow's event. The email reads:
"At this time, the Disney Princess 10K will proceed as scheduled with potential entertainment modifications. Transportation begins at 3:00 a.m. Any updates will be shared via the Digital Expo & Event Guide and runDisney social media channels."
If it is raining during the event, athletes can expect minimal characters on the course and other entertainment modifications. At this time, all other aspects of the race are as planned with Event Transportation beginning at 3 AM. Athletes should continue to check the Digital Expo & Event Guide along with the runDisney social media channels for updates.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Heather loves all things Disney! She loves visiting her "home" as a Disney Vacation Club Member or participating in a runDisney event!
