DVC X RunDisney

[tx911]

My cardiologist disagrees

I disagree with your cardiologist

 

[supersnoop]

I’m signed up for Dopey in 2026 and I’ve got my one bedroom booked at BLT. After an epson salt soak in a studio tub at BWV a few years back, I’ve decided that the one bedroom is worth the points.

I’ve stayed at BLT, RIV, SSR, AKV, and BWV during the races, though some have been split stays or just during the expo. I’ve found the buses to run just fine. I always hear some horror story each weekend, but it never seems to be consistent; any resort can have issues. I like BLT the best since you can ride the monorail, and I like to stay at places where my family can step out and cheer. I tend to get on the first or second bus, super early in the morning, and they don’t need to wake up that early.

I started running late in life, after we purchased DVC. I’ve done six race weekends so far.

 

[BradleyCB]

Hi all! Looking at getting my wife signed up for her first ever runDisney event! A few questions for you DVC/runners if anyone can answer?

For resort - what's the best one to stay at? It looked like last year the contemporary (and Bay Lake?) have a specific spot they can cheer on which is cool, but Poly has the monorail in walking distance. Any that are typically used by DVCers?

Do you have to sign up for the club rundisney to have a chance as a first timer to sign up? If you are only doing one race, is it even worth it?

Thanks!

Howdy! It really depends on (i) which event you have in mind for your wife, (ii) how much space you need, and (iii) where you as a spectator want to see her run!

For race morning, I definitely agree with others. Disney transportation is plentiful and shouldn't stress her out. I'm partial to Riviera, but that's because we now own there.

Same for space. I agree with the other poster who recommended a 1 bedroom room with a soaking tub. I know it's a touchy subject, but I definitely favor soaking after longer races and/or during a Dopey event.

Finally, where do you want to see your wife when she is running? For the half and full on marathon weekend, right by the Poly and Grand seemed to be pretty popular. And I loved - LOVED - the spectators who lined up on Main Street in Magic Kingdom both mornings for the half and full. Then there is a pretty solid cheering section along the Boardwalk and again at the end in Epcot.

Best of luck to you!

(And maybe have her try one runDisney event first before you commit to the Club RunDisney madness. Silver really is just a stepping stone to get to gold or platinum, which most importantly come with guaranteed race entry to at least 1 RunDisney race.)

 

[SugarSweetLee]

Hi all! Looking at getting my wife signed up for her first ever runDisney event! A few questions for you DVC/runners if anyone can answer?

For resort - what's the best one to stay at? It looked like last year the contemporary (and Bay Lake?) have a specific spot they can cheer on which is cool, but Poly has the monorail in walking distance. Any that are typically used by DVCers?

Do you have to sign up for the club rundisney to have a chance as a first timer to sign up? If you are only doing one race, is it even worth it?

Thanks!

Which one is best depends on what you value. I personally wouldn't want to stay at any of the monorail resorts for a race because the fireworks and nightly water pageant are so loud that they disrupt what little precious sleep you can get before that 2am alarm. If you're a heavy sleeper or like earplugs, maybe that doesn't matter.

You do not have to be a club member to register for races and it is definitely not worth it for one race. Also, club membership registration that includes race registration benefits is closed for the year anyway.

 

[KCMA]

We came down for the surprise weekend in April and stayed at Allstar sports… we are DVC members but already had our points booked for our summer trip.. Sports worked great for us.. no issues with transportation.. had a pool and was cheap for a cash room.. for a quick three night trip with no parks I would stay there again no questions asked

 

[prncssjas]

Anyone getting ready to try and register for Princess weekend tomorrow? If so, good luck and I hope you get the races you're looking for! I am going to attempt to sign up for the half marathon for myself, DH and a good friend.

 

[tx911]

Anyone getting ready to try and register for Princess weekend tomorrow? If so, good luck and I hope you get the races you're looking for! I am going to attempt to sign up for the half marathon for myself, DH and a good friend.

Not this go round. I'm going to try for the Springtime Surprise for next year. I need to work my way back up to the half distance.

 

[SugarSweetLee]

Anyone getting ready to try and register for Princess weekend tomorrow? If so, good luck and I hope you get the races you're looking for! I am going to attempt to sign up for the half marathon for myself, DH and a good friend.

Yes! Half for hubs and challenge for me

 

[LilyJC]

Anyone getting ready to try and register for Princess weekend tomorrow? If so, good luck and I hope you get the races you're looking for! I am going to attempt to sign up for the half marathon for myself, DH and a good friend.

My husband and I are registered for all races through our club rD, but my youngest wants to sign up for all the races as well! Registration opens an hour before our flight to HNL for our Aulani trip Definitely praying one of us gets through quickly!

 

[Psymonds]

has anyone been to a DVC pasta feed event (just got an email from GCH for Halloween Half).

a) Fun, Characters, pasta etc.

cons: $72 per person for a pasta buffet when I'd rather be in the park?

 

[SugarSweetLee]

has anyone been to a DVC pasta feed event (just got an email from GCH for Halloween Half).

a) Fun, Characters, pasta etc.

cons: $72 per person for a pasta buffet when I'd rather be in the park?

Never heard of it! I wonder if it's brand new and/or DL only $72 sounds extremely steep for a pasta dinner to me personally.

 

[MerlinandtheMouse]

has anyone been to a DVC pasta feed event (just got an email from GCH for Halloween Half).

a) Fun, Characters, pasta etc.

cons: $72 per person for a pasta buffet when I'd rather be in the park?

I think it’s kind of great that they’re doing this. A bit expensive but it’s nice to bring these two worlds together like this. I’m definitely going to consider it. I’m doing the challenge and wouldn’t be in the parks that night anyway but I live like 25mins away so I’d be driving back and forth a bit for this…still! Could be fun!

 

[pkrieger2287]

DVC Members Invited to Pre-Race Dinner at 2025 Disneyland Half Marathon​

Calling all DVC runners! Get race-ready with Pasta with Pals—an exclusive pre-race dinner for Members at Disneyland’s Grand Californian. Great food, Disney Characters, and fellow fans await!

Full details https://dvcfan.com/dvc-resorts/grand-californian/dvc-rundisney-disneyland-prerace-dinner/

 

[CDKG]

I love the idea of this, but $72 plus tax and gratuity is too steep for a couple hours of pasta and characters. Yet they classify it as Membership Magic?

 

[Smilelea]

I love the idea of this, but $72 plus tax and gratuity is too steep for a couple hours of pasta and characters. Yet they classify it as Membership Magic?

Agreed. Great idea but that’s just too much for some spaghetti.