SUNDAY, October 25, 2026 · EPCOT

Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon

Race morning

Schedule

Race weekend transportation

Race weekend transportation runs to EPCOT from 2:30 AM – 5:00 AM, and returns from EPCOT to the resorts from 6:30 AM – 10:30 AM.


Know your letter

Start group times

Start Group Start Group Opens Half Marathon Start Group Close Half Marathon Projected Race Start Time
A 3:15 AM 4:45 AM 5:00 AM – 5:02 AM
B 3:15 AM 4:50 AM 5:03 AM – 5:08 AM
C 3:15 AM 4:55 AM 5:09 AM – 5:14 AM
D 3:15 AM 5:00 AM 5:15 AM – 5:26 AM
E 3:15 AM 5:10 AM 5:27 AM – 5:38 AM
F 3:15 AM 5:25 AM 5:39 AM – 5:50 AM
G 3:15 AM Start line clear 5:51 AM – 6:02 AM

Arrive before your Start Group closes

Projected start times are approximate, subject to change, and may be affected by inclement weather or race operations delays. Listen to race announcements — if you arrive after your Start Group has closed, you'll be asked to join the next available Start Group.

The route

Course map

2026 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Course Map

Pacing Requirement

All participants must maintain a minimum of 16-minutes-per-mile pace for all race distances. Pace cyclists will be on the course indicating when participants are behind pace by waving a red flag at each mile marker according to the official pace time. If you reach a mile marker with a red flag waving, please note you are behind the required 16-minutes-per-mile pace and can be picked up at any time and transported to the course pick up tent.


Race Morning Layout

EPCOT start & staging

Disney Wine & Dine 10K detailed staging map showing start groups, bib check, the finish chute and the reunion area
Race morning layout: start groups, bib check, the finish chute and the reunion area.

Bib check

Opens 3:45 AM for all groups, between the start groups and the reunion area.

Reunion area

Food & beverage, merchandise, entertainment, Disney PhotoPass®, info tent, baby care and gEAR bag are all here.

Post-event buses

The post-event bus transportation zone sits just past the reunion area — follow the signs after you finish.

Food & Beverage

On race day, participants and spectators can enjoy a variety of food and beverage offerings before, during, and post-race.

Find your pace

Pace groups

Pace Group Finish Pace Ratio
Group A 1:45 8:00 4:00/30
Group A 2:00 9:09 2:00/30
Group B 2:10 9:55 90/30
Group B 2:15 10:18 90/30
Group C 2:20 10:41 90/30
Group D 2:30 11:26 60/30
Group D 2:40 12:12 60/30
Group E 2:50 12:58 30/30
Group E 3:00 13:43 30/30
Group F 3:00 13:43 30/30
Group F 3:10 14:29 20/30
Group G 3:20 15:14 15/30
Group G 3:30 16:00 15/30

Meet your pacer

Your pacer will meet you in the designated pace group meeting location (see map above — the star icon references the pace group meet-up location) one hour before your Start Group closes. If you do not wish to meet your pacer at this location, you can meet them in your Start Group.

Getting around

Road closures

Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon road closure map
Road closure map for Sunday, October 25. 
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Roadway Closed (October 25)
Backstage Lane North at Red Lot Entrance 3:00 AM – 8:00 AM
Buena Vista Drive East [Osceola Pkwy to Cypress Dr] 4:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Buena Vista Drive West Ramp to World Drive South 4:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Crush Lot Exit Bridge to Epcot Center Drive East 3:30 AM – 10:00 AM (modified)
Epcot Center Drive West [Vacation Club Way to World Dr] 4:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Epcot Center Drive West Ramp to World Drive South 3:45 AM – 9:30 AM
Floridian Way South at Bear Island Road Exit Ramp 3:45 AM – 9:30 AM
Osceola Parkway West Ramp to Buena Vista Drive East 4:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Overpass Road West at Bonnet Creek 3:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Epcot Parking Exit Loops to Epcot Center Drive East 3:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Vista Boulevard Ramp to World Drive South 3:45 AM – 9:30 AM
Woodpecker Lane (Yellow Lot) 3:00 AM – 10:30 AM
World Drive North Ramp to Buena Vista Drive 4:00 AM – 9:00 AM
World Drive South Ramp to Epcot Center Drive East 3:45 AM – 10:00 AM
World Drive South Flyover Ramp 3:45 AM – 9:30 AM
World Drive South to Osceola Parkway 3:45 AM – 9:30 AM
Driving, parking and bus details for every race day are on the Transportation page.

Disneyland® Resort to Walt Disney World® Resort

runDisney Coast to Coast Challenge

How to qualify in 2026.

Complete the Half Marathon or Challenge during the 2026 Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend, plus any qualifying event at Walt Disney World Resort in 2026, including:

  • Walt Disney World Half Marathon or Walt Disney World Marathon
  • Disney Princess Half Marathon or Disney Fairy Tale Challenge
  • runDisney Springtime Surprise 10-Miler or runDisney Springtime Surprise Challenge
  • Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon or Disney Two Course Challenge

Other multi-event challenges — including Goofy's Race and a Half Challenge and Dopey Challenge at Walt Disney World Resort — also count toward your qualification for the runDisney Coast to Coast Race Challenge medal.

Important note

Qualified participants receive a wristband with their bib at the Expo. After completing the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon on Sunday, runDisney Coast to Coast participants must visit the Coast to Coast Challenge area in the finish chute with their wristband to receive their Coast to Coast medal.

LOOKING TO CHEER

Spectator viewing

Location Time Details
Start — EPCOT Rocket Parking Lot 4:30 AM – 6:00 AM Accessible via EPCOT Rocket Parking Lot
Finish — EPCOT Eve Parking Lot 5:00 AM – 9:45 AM Accessible via EPCOT Eve Parking Lot

Unofficial Live Results

Family and friends will be able to follow their favorite participants' split times. View unofficial live results .
More cheering tips, reunion area details and packing advice are on the Spectator page.

Still wondering

Half Marathon FAQs

When should I arrive for each race?

2026 Disney Wine & Dine 5K participants should arrive one hour prior to their projected race start time. 10K and Half Marathon participants should arrive no later than 4 AM.

What time should spectators arrive?

Arrive one hour prior to your projected race start time for the 5K and no later than 4:00 AM for the 10K and Half Marathon.

What happens if I miss my start group?

You'll be asked to join the next available start group. You'll still be timed and still finish — just later than planned.

Is there a pace requirement?

All races have a pace of 16 minutes per mile. Those that fall behind may experience course modifications.

What is bib check?

Bib check confirms you're in the right start group before you enter the staging area. 

Am I allowed to wear a costume in runDisney races?

Yes; however, costumes cannot interfere with the safety of you or other runners. If a costume is questionable or offensive to others, Disney reserves the right to either have you change into something more appropriate or remove you from the event. Please refer to your specific event under Race Policies to review The Walt Disney Costume Guidelines.  (Costuming Guidelines | runDisney)

Are strollers allowed?

For everyone's safety, selfie sticks, baby joggers, strollers, baby carriers, backpacks, skates, scooters, bicycles, skateboards, and animals of any kind are prohibited from the course and event staging areas. Violators will be removed from the course and transported to the finish line area.

Will the race be cancelled or postponed due to weather?

All runDisney races will be held rain or shine, except in the case of lightning or other circumstances if the runDisney Event Management staff determines in its sole discretion that cancellation or postponement is necessary.

For commonly asked questions, visit the FAQs page.