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Walt Disney World Marathon
Orlando, United States
January 7, 2027 to January 10, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km
City RunCulture & History+2
Running Theme (City, Architecture & Culture)
Theme Park Race Calendar & Dates 2026-2027
Experience runs routed through amusement, theme, and wildlife parks past roller coasters and themed lands. Browse 13 events (4 confirmed dates) and 41 races from 2 km to 102 km.
Events134 confirmed dates
Competitions41Races & courses
Distances2 - 102 kmCourse distance range
Max. Elevation Gain+4,610 m D+Course elevation profile
Selected Events
Featured Events & Highlights
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Disney Princess Half Marathon
Orlando, United States
February 25, 2027 to February 28, 2027Date confirmed
31.06 km21.1 km10 km5 km
Charity RunCity Run+1
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Arctic Wildmarathon Finland
Rovaniemi, Finland
April 4, 2027Date confirmed
42 km21 km10 km
SnowFestive+4
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Marathon Poitiers Futuroscope
Poitiers, France
April 11, 2027Date confirmed
42.2 km42 km21 km10 km+1
Nature & Off-RoadCity Run+2
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Desafio Beto Carrero World
Penha, Brazil
Date to be announcedDate TBA
21.1 km10 km5 km2 km
FestiveSeaside & Coast+3
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Trail du Haut-Koenigsbourg
Kintzheim, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
102 km59 km26 km14 km
Nature & Off-RoadCastles+7
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Breizh'Asia
Trégomeur, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
10 km5 km
Culture & HistoryCharity Run+4
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Trail de Nigloland
Dolancourt, France
Date to be announcedDate TBA
26 km15 km8 km
FestiveForest+1
Dates & Schedule
Race Calendar
January 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 7, 2027 - Jan 10, 2027 | Walt Disney World Marathon | Orlando, Florida, US | Road Running | 42.2 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
February 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2027 - Feb 28, 2027 | Disney Princess Half Marathon | Orlando, Florida, US | Road Running | 31.06 km21.1 km10 km5 km |
April 2027
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 4, 2027 | Arctic Wildmarathon Finland | Rovaniemi, Lappland, FI | Trail Running | 42 km21 km10 km |
| Apr 11, 2027 | Marathon Poitiers Futuroscope | Poitiers, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, FR | Road Running | 42.2 km42 km21 km10 km |
Date to be announced
| Date | Event | Location | Disciplines | Distances |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date to be announced | Desafio Beto Carrero World | Penha, Santa Catarina, BR | Road Running | 21.1 km10 km5 km2 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail du Haut-Koenigsbourg | Kintzheim, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 102 km59 km26 km14 km |
| Date to be announced | Breizh'Asia | Trégomeur, Brittany, FR | Road RunningWalking & Hiking | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | Trail de Nigloland | Dolancourt, Grand Est, FR | Trail Running | 26 km15 km8 km |
| Date to be announced | RunDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend | Orlando, Florida, US | Road Running | 10 km5 km |
| Date to be announced | MilanoTRI |  Milan, Lombardy, IT | Triathlon | 51.5 km25.75 km |
| Date to be announced | Le PAL Run | Dompierre-sur-Besbre, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, FR | Road Running | 10 km3.5 km |
| Date to be announced | La Foulée des Géants | Les Épesses, Pays de la Loire, FR | Trail RunningRoad Running | 20 km10 km |
Events by Month
Overview & Route Character
Experience runs routed through amusement, theme, and wildlife parks past roller coasters and themed lands. In the RunningCompass calendar, the Theme Park theme currently spans 13 public events and 41 individual competitions, including 4 confirmed editions for 2026-2027. Family runs, 5Ks, 10Ks, and half marathons typically start in the early morning before regular park opening. Primary disciplines include Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking with race distances from 2 km to 102 km.
Fully paved, flat park walkways with frequent turns and themed entertainment zones along the route. Across the catalog, the most demanding courses in this category feature up to +4,610 m of climbing. Leading host destinations include Orlando, Rovaniemi, Poitiers, and Penha. Notable events in this category include Walt Disney World Marathon, Disney Princess Half Marathon, and Arctic Wildmarathon Finland. Every event page includes an interactive course map, elevation telemetry, GPX track downloads, and direct filters for date, distance, and destination.
Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
What defines Theme Park events and how many races are listed in the calendar?
Experience runs routed through amusement, theme, and wildlife parks past roller coasters and themed lands. RunningCompass currently lists 13 events with 41 individual competitions under the Theme Park theme. A total of 4 events have confirmed dates for the 2026-2027 season, alongside additional races with full course profiles for season planning.
What distances and disciplines are typical for Theme Park races?
Family runs, 5Ks, 10Ks, and half marathons typically start in the early morning before regular park opening. The 41 listed competitions span distances from 2 km to 102 km, led by Road Running, Trail Running, and Walking & Hiking. You can narrow the calendar by 5K, 10K, half marathon, marathon, or ultra distance brackets using the search filters.
What terrain, elevation profile, and preparation should I expect for Theme Park?
Fully paved, flat park walkways with frequent turns and themed entertainment zones along the route. Races in this theme reach up to +4,610 m of climbing. Each event detail page provides interactive course maps, elevation gain and loss metrics, altitude ranges, and downloadable GPX files to help you plan pacing and gear.
Where do Theme Park events take place and how can I filter by region and date?
Leading host destinations include Orlando, Rovaniemi, Poitiers, and Penha. Notable events in this category include Walt Disney World Marathon, Disney Princess Half Marathon, and Arctic Wildmarathon Finland. Using the monthly calendar groups on this page or the linked interactive map explorer, you can filter all 13 events by country, region, month, and distance.