Run Disney Participant Discounts at Disney Springs

From October 31 to November 3, special offers and discounts will be available to all race participants in celebration of the Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend.

*25% off purchase at the following location:

•Tommy Bahama (one item only)

*20% off purchases at the following locations:

ALEX AND ANI (exclusions apply)

Chef Art Smith’s Homecomin’ (food and non-alcoholic beverages)

Columbia Sportswear

Cookes of Dublin

Häagen-Dazs (exclusions apply)

havaianas

Joffrey’s Coffee & Tea (exclusions apply)

JOHNNY WAS (one full price item only)

Luxury of Time by Diamonds International (jewelry only)

Paddlefish (food only)

Paradiso 37,  Taste of the Americas

Raglan Road Irish Pub and Restaurant

SANUK

Shop for Ireland

Sperry (one full price item only)

Splitsville Luxury Lanes (food, non-alcoholic beverages, and bowling)

Sugarboo & Co. (one full price item only)

Terralina Crafted Italian (food only)

UNDER ARMOUR BRAND HOUSE (exclusions apply)

Volcom (exclusions apply)

*15% off purchases at the following locations:

Basin

Coca-Cola Store

Dino Store at T-REX (non-sale items)

EARL OF SANDWICH (food only)

Ghirardelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop

Kipling

Superdry (exclusions apply)

Rainforest Cafe Retail Village (non-sale items)

Vera Bradley (exclusions apply)

*10% off purchases at the following locations:

Blaze Fast Fire’d Pizza (food and non-alcoholic beverages)

Crystal Arts by Arribas Brothers

Frontera Cocina

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar

Jaleo by José Andrés

Luxury of Time by Diamonds International (watches only)

Origins (Plus, enjoy complimentary in-store mini facials)

Planet Hollywood (includes alcohol)

Planet Hollywood Stargazers Bar (excludes happy hour)

Rainforest Café (entrées only)

STARBUCKS

Sprinkles

The BOATHOUSE (food only)

T-REX (entrées only)

UNOde50

YeSake (food only)

*Additional offerings will be available at the following locations:

The Art Corner by Artistic Talent Group – Enjoy 10% off any art supply purchase

The Art of Disney – Specialty sketches and custom medal framing for purchase

The Art of Shaving – 20% off your purchase of $150 or more

Coca-Cola Store – Enjoy a free 24 oz. fountain beverage with a purchase of $30 or more

Disney’s Wonderful World of Memories – Medal engraving for purchase

D-Tech on Demand at Marketplace Co-Op – Free personalization with purchase of a phone case or MagicBand

Erwin Pearl – 10% off your purchase of $150 or more

Oakley – $40 off any apparel or accessories purchase of $175 or more

Orlando Harley-Davidson – Free 22oz Sports Water Bottle with purchase of $50 or more

Pepe by José Andrés – Complimentary soft serve with purchase of $9 or more

Savannah Bee Company – Complimentary royal jelly body butter packet with any purchase

Sephora – Complimentary mini facial – choose between the “Peel Perfection” or “Mask Us Anything” facial

STK Orlando – Complimentary Lil BRG slider

The Polite Pig – Complimentary chef’s appetizer with the purchase of an adult entrée

TUMI – Receive a complimentary gift with purchase of $150 or more

UGG – 30% off artist customization

Wetzel’s Pretzels – Complimentary fountain drink with purchase of two food items

Wine Bar George – Buy one glass of wine on tap and receive one free (Choice of red, white or rosé up to $9. One per person per visit, per badge and/or medal. Valid with food purchase in dining room.)

Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill – Complimentary glass of Wolfgang Puck Chardonnay or Cabernet with purchase of entrée

Wolfgang Puck Express – Free frozen yogurt with a purchase of one entrée

NOTE: Participants must show race bib or finisher’s medal to obtain discounts or offers. Some exclusions apply; see location for details. While supplies last. Offers may not be combined with other discounts or promotions. Limit one free item per race participant. All offers and discounts are subject to change without notice and valid October 31 – November 3, 2019 only.

 

 

2018 Wine & Dine Half Marathon Times Guide

2018 WINE & DINE HALF MARATHON ROAD & PARK INFORMATION

•EPCOT:

Event schedule:

Friday, Nov. 2: Fall Feast 5K

Saturday, Nov. 3: Wine & Dine 10K

Sunday, Nov. 4: Wine & Dine Half Marathon

Guest impacts at EPCOT for the Wine & Dine Half Marathon on Sunday, Nov. 4:

Friendship Boat Transportation to and from Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be delayed until 9 a.m. Guests can utilize bus transportation from the Epcot Resorts and Epcot.

From approximately 6:15 – 10 a.m., all Guests must utilize the crosswalks to safely cross the race course at the following three locations:

Pin Central East towards Test Track/Mission: SPACE

Future World Bridge near Agent P’s World Showcase Adventure

At the United Kingdom pavilion

Post-race party at Epcot on Sunday, Nov. 4- 10 p.m.-1 a.m.

A ticket is required to attend the post-race party. Tickets are included for Half Marathon and Challenge runners only. Spectators, 5K and 10K runners can purchase tickets on the night of at Guest Relations. Event Guests will begin to mix in with day Guests at 8 p.m.

Available attractions:

Spaceship Earth

Test Track presented by Chevrolet

Soarin’ Around the World

Frozen Ever After

Food & Beverage:

Fountain View

All Food & Wine Festival Global Marketplaces (excluding the Festival Center)

Les Vins des Chefs de France

Refreshment Cool Post

La Cantina de San Angel

Choza de Margarita

Gelati

Kabuki Café

Canada Popcorn Cart

Norway Beer Cart

Germany Beer Cart

Germany Pretzel Cart

Sommerfest

Fife & Drum Tavern

Morocco Juice Bar

Yorkshire County Fish Shop

Rose & Crown Pub

UK Beer Cart

Merchandise:

Bridge kiosk

World Traveler

After Market Shop

The Gift Stop (including Package Pickup)

Strollers & Lockers at the Main Entrance and International Gateway

Entertainment:

Fountain View Stage- DJ Dance Party

Morocco- Members of the Adventrue’s Club (10:15, 11::15 p.m., 12:15 a.m.)

Germany- Groovin’ Alps (10, 11 p.m., 12 a.m.)

Mexico- Mariachi Trio (10:30, 11:30 p.m., 12:30 a.m.)

Character greetings throughout World Showcase

•ANIMAL KINGDOM:

The following roads surrounding Disney’s Animal kingdom will be temporarily closed during the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon on Sunday, November 4:

Osceola Parkway Eastbound from Buena Vista Dr. to World Dr. closed for race course from 4:30-9 a.m.

Western Way closed in both directions from 5-8 a.m.

Additionally, Runners will be in the park from approximately 5:45-8 a.m., and a crosswalk will be added near the Main Entrance to assist Guests in crossing the course.

•DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS

Operational impacts for Sunday, Nov. 4:

Runners are expected to enter Disney’s Hollywood Studios at approximately 6:10 a.m. and should be clear of the park by 9:15 a.m. Due to the race course, Guests entering the park during the race will be directed behind Keystone Clothiers to access all park areas.

The right side of Hollywood Boulevard and Sunset Boulevard will only be accessible via the race course crosswalk, located at the intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Sunset Boulevard.

The smoking location by Tower of Terror will be unavailable until 9:30 a.m.

Friendship boat transportation to and from Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be delayed until 9 a.m. Bus transportation will be available for applicable Guests.

As a reminder, morning Extra Magic Hours has been adjusted to evening Extra Magic Hours on Monday, Nov. 5.

Road Closures on Saturday, Nov. 4, and Sunday, Nov. 5

To accommodate the weekend’s multiple events, major roads, including World Drive, Osceola Parkway, and Epcot Center Drive will be closed or operating under traffic restrictions starting at 3 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3 and 2:30 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 4. Drivers should closely follow roadway signs and allow for extra travel time.

WDW Marathon Guest Impacts

The Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by Cigna will celebrate its 25th anniversary as it returns to Walt Disney World Resort January 3-7 with a series of events leading up to the big race that winds through each theme park and ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

As one of the largest sporting events in Central Florida, and one of the nation’s top destination races, this special event is expected to draw more than 100,000 fans, spectators and runners from around the globe.

Weekend Overview:
runDisney Health & Fitness Expo (ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex):

• Jan. 3: Noon-8 p.m.
• Jan. 4: 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
• Jan. 5: 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
• Jan. 6: 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

runDisney Kids Races (ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex):

• Jan. 5 and 6: Kids dashes at 10:30 a.m. and 1-mile run at 1 p.m.

Walt Disney World 5K (Epcot):

• Jan. 4: 5:30 a.m.

Walt Disney World 10K (Epcot):

• Jan. 5: 5:30 a.m.

Walt Disney World Half Marathon (Start/Finish: Epcot):

• Jan. 6: 5:30 a.m.

Spectator Viewing:
There will be spectator viewing areas at each race’s start and finish areas.

Transportation and Parking
Transportation has been arranged for participants staying at host resorts.  Buses will be indicated by runDisney signs placed in the front windows.  Please note, transportation is only provided to and from host resorts.  Guests who do not stay at a host resort are responsible for their own transportation to and from race-related events.

Transportation schedule:

Wednesday (Expo):

• Host Resorts to EWWS: 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
• EWWS to Host Resorts concludes at 8:30 p.m.

Thursday (Expo):

• Host Resorts to EWWS: 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
• EWWS to Host Resorts concludes at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday (5K):

• Host Resorts to/from Epcot: 3:30-5 a.m. and 6:30-8:30 a.m.

Friday (Expo):

• Host Resorts to EWWS: 9:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
• EWWS to Host Resorts concludes at 7:30 p.m.

Friday (10K):

• Host Resorts to Epcot: 3:30-5:00 a.m. and 7-9:30 a.m.

Saturday (Expo):

• Host Resorts to EWWS: 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m.
• EWWS to Host Resorts concludes at 4 p.m.

Saturday (Half Marathon):

• Host Resorts to/from Epcot: 3-5 a.m. and 7-11 a.m. (Race participants must board a bus or monorail to Epcot no later than 3:30 a.m. to be on time for race start. Transportation will continue throughout the morning for spectators).

Sunday (Marathon):

• Host Resorts to/from Epcot: 3-5 a.m. and 7 a.m.-2 p.m. (Race participants must board a bus or monorail to Epcot no later than 3:30 a.m. to be on time for race start. Transportation will continue throughout the morning for spectators).

Road Closures

Major roads, including World Drive, Osceola Parkway and Epcot Center Drive will be closed or operating under traffic restrictions at various times throughout the weekend. Drivers should closely follow roadway signs and allow for extra travel time. Please see the road closure map for reference:

Theme Park Impacts

Special 25th Anniversary photo op at mile 25:
To celebrate the 25 years running, a special photo op will be set up at the 25th mile marker located on the bridge between France and International Gateway, near the entrance to the French Island at Epcot. The photo op will be installed after park hours on Saturday, Jan. 6 and will be removed after park hours on Sunday, Jan. 7.

Epcot (Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018):

• There will be three in-park crosswalk locations at Epcot that Guests should use to safely cross the race course:
  • Between the Charter Lot and the Sales Gate;
  • Pin Central East towards Test Track/Mission Space;
  • Pin Central West towards Soarin’/The Seas with Nemo & Friends.
• Guests will receive buckslips at the Auto Plaza and Main Entrance informing them of race impacts.

Epcot (Sunday, Jan. 7, 2018):

• Friendship Boat Transportation to and from Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be delayed until 1 p.m. Guests will have the option to utilize bus transportation from the Epcot Resorts and Epcot.
• There will be three in-park crosswalk locations at Epcot that Guests should use to safely cross the race course:
  • Pin Central East towards Test Track/Mission Space;
  • Future World Bridge near the Agent P location;
  • United Kingdom pavilion.
• Guests will receive buckslips at the Auto Plaza and Main Entrance informing them of race impacts.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios (Sunday, Jan. 7):

• Extra Magic Hours will occur from 8-9 a.m.
• ABC Commissary and Rosie’s All-American Café will open for lunch at 10 a.m.
• Beauty and the Beast – Live on Stage, March of the First Order, and Citizens of Hollywood will have modified set times. Pick-up a weekly Times Guide for more information.
• Friendship boat transportation to and from Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be delayed until 1 p.m. Bus transportation will be available for applicable Guests.

Disney Resorts Impacts:
Due to the Walt Disney World Marathon, Narcoossee’s brunch hours will be adjusted to 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 7. Narcoossee’s is located at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.

Wine & Dine 2017 Information

The Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend returns to the Walt Disney World Resort on November 2-5 with a series of events leading up to the big race. The nearly sold-out race weekend is expected to draw more than 45,000 runners, spectators, and fans, and it will finish with an exclusive after party at Epcot during the International Food & Wine Festival. This year’s race weekend will be better than ever, as 5K and Half Marathon participants race through Pandora for the first time.

Also new for this year, the 5K has been reimagined as the Disney Fall Feast 5K, and the expo will feature an interactive zone with fun for the whole family

Weekend Overview

• November 2-4: runDisney Health & Fitness Expo
• November 3: Disney Fall Feast 5K
• November 4: runDisney Kids Races
• November 4: Disney Wine & Dine 10K
• November 4-5: Disney Two Course Challenge
• November 5: Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon
• November 5: Post-Race Party at Epcot

runDisney Health & Fitness Expo (ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex):

• November 2 – 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• November 3 – 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• November 4 – 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

runDisney Kids Races (taking place on November 4 at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex):

• Kids dashes: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
• Diaper Dash: 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• One-mile run: 1:00 p.m.

Disney Fall Feast 5K (Start/Finish: Disney’s Animal Kingdom):

• November 3 – 5:30 a.m.

Disney Wine & Dine 10K (Start: Magic Kingdom Parking Lot | Finish: Epcot):

• November 4 – 5:30 a.m.

Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon (Start: Magic Kingdom Parking Lot | Finish: Epcot):

• November 5 – 5:30 a.m.

Post-Race Party (at Epcot):

• November 5 – 10:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. (Early entry begins at 8:00 p.m.)

– Transportation and Parking –

Transportation has been arranged for participants staying at host resorts. Buses will be indicated by runDisney signs placed in the front windows. Please, note that transportation is only provided to and from host resorts. Guests who do not stay at a host resort are responsible for their own transportation to and from race-related events.

Transportation schedule:

Thursday (Expo):

• Host Resorts to and from EWWS: 9:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
• EWWS to Host Resorts concludes at 8 p.m.

Friday (Expo):

• Host Resorts to and from EWWS: 9:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
• EWWS to Host Resorts concludes at 8 p.m.

Friday (5K):

Host Resorts to/from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park: 3:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. (participants must board a bus to Disney’s Animal Kingdom no later than 4:30 a.m. to be on time for race start. Those driving a personal vehicle must park no later than 3:30 a.m.).

Saturday (Expo):

• Host Resorts to and from EWWS: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• EWWS to Host Resorts concludes at 4:30 p.m.

Saturday (10K):

• Host Resorts to start line at Magic Kingdom Parking Lot: 3:30 a.m. – 5 a.m. (race participants must board a bus no later than 4 a.m. to be on time for race start).
• Host Resorts to finish line at Epcot: 6 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
• Shuttle between start and finish line: 3:30 a.m. – 6 a.m.
• There will be no monorail transportation provided to race weekend events.
• Guests at the Grand Floridian, Polynesian and Shades of Green will be permitted to walk to the start line via the approved walking path.
• Transportation will continue throughout the morning for spectators.

Sunday (Half Marathon):

• Host Resorts to start line at Magic Kingdom Parking Lot: 3 a.m. – 5 a.m. (race participants must board shuttles to Magic Kingdom Parking Lot no later than 4 a.m. to be on time for race start.).
• Host Resorts to finish line at Epcot: 6-11 a.m.
• Shuttle between start and finish line: 3-6:30 a.m.
• There will be no monorail transportation provided to race weekend events.
• Transportation will continue throughout the morning for spectators.

How the Star Wars Half Marathon Will Affect You

Thousands of runners are preparing to jump into lightspeed for the Star Wars Half Marathon – The Dark Side Weekend on April 21-23. During this imperial running event (which officially begins on Friday, April 21 at 6:00 a.m.), Guests and Cast Members driving in certain areas of the Walt Disney World Resort may find that select roads will be closed to traffic to allow the runners to safely enjoy the event. In addition to that, some of the offerings at Epcot and Hollywood Studios may be impacted by the event.

*Guest impacts at Epcot on Sunday, April 23:

•FriendShip Boat Transportation to and from Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be delayed until 11 a.m.

•Guests will have the option to use bus transportation from the Epcot Resorts and Epcot.

•Express Transportation will begin at approximately 1 p.m.

There will be in-park impacts at Epcot on Sunday, April 23 until approximately 10:30 a.m. Guests will receive information at Auto Plaza and Main Entrance informing them of race impacts.

Be sure to plan a little extra time to cross the race course, as there will be only three in-park crosswalk locations at Epcot:

•Pin Central East towards Test Track/Mission: SPACE

•Future World Bridge near Agent P Kiosk

United Kingdom

*Guest impacts at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on Sunday, April 23:

•Friendship Boat transportation to and from Disney’s Hollywood Studios will be delayed until 11 a.m.

•Guests will have the option to utilize bus transportation to the Epcot Resorts and Epcot.

•Express Transportation will begin at approximately 1 p.m.

•There will be no Extra Magic Hours on the morning of Sunday, April 23 for Resort Guests.

There will be one in-park crosswalk location at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the intersection of Hollywood Boulevard and Sunset Boulevard. Guests will receive information at Toll Plaza and Main Entrance.

Wine & Dine Marathon Information

The popular Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend presented by Misfit is returning to Walt Disney World Resort on November 3-6 with a series of events leading up to the big race. The sold-out race weekend is expected to draw more than 45,000 runners, spectators, and fans, and it will conclude with an exclusive after party in the World Showplace Pavilion at Epcot during the International Food & Wine Festival. Continue reading to learn about road impacts and more.

ROAD CLOSURES

Here’s a map showing all the roads and areas that will be closed during the event:

TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING FOR THE 2016 EVENT

Mears shuttles will transport Guests to and from host resorts to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and Epcot for the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo, runDisney Kids Races, Mickey’s Holiday 5K, Disney Wine & Dine 10K and the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon. Buses will be indicated by runDisney signs placed in the front windows. Please, note that transportation is only provided to and from host resorts. Guests who do not stay at a host resort are responsible for their own transportation to and from race-related events.

There will be no parking or runner drop-off (including Taxi service) at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Sunday morning for the Half Marathon. Guests who wish to use a personal vehicle or taxi for Sunday morning’s events are required to park or drop off at Epcot (free parking for all participants and spectators).

 

TRANSPORTATION SCHEDULE

Thursday (Expo):

Host Resorts to EWWS: 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EWWS to Host Resorts concludes at 7:30 p.m.)

Friday (Expo):

Host Resorts to EWWS: 9:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EWWS to Host Resorts concludes at 7:30 p.m.)

Friday (5K):

Host Resorts to/from Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park: 4:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Saturday (10K):

Host Resorts to/from Epcot: 3:30 a.m. – 5:00 a.m., 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Saturday (Expo):

Host Resorts to EWWS: 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (EWWS to Host Resorts concludes at 4:30 p.m.)

Sunday (Half Marathon):

Host Resorts to/from Epcot: 3:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

From Epcot, race participants must board shuttles to ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex no later than 4 a.m. to be on time for race start. Transportation will continue throughout the morning for spectators.