Marathon Weekend 2022

[Z-Knight]

I am a buzz with all the speculation.

What if the dates are right? Maybe Disney is taking into consideration the suggestions that have probably read on boards like this one and are splitting up the large crowds of people. Maybe they are staggering all the starts so they do not have us packed in like cattle at the starting line.

Take the races that are most popular and spread them over multiple days and times. Think of it like you are getting a Boarding Group for Rise of the Resistance. The ladder approach may be one, but maybe a 5k - 5k -10k - 10k - Half - Full - Challenge if you keep it on the days we have seen. Or have a mixture of 5k and 10k runners together over multiple days in smaller groupings. And Half and full runners in other groupings.

If they are to stagger the start times, based on seeing a 10am start time, they may be rethinking the course locations. Maybe they have worked out areas that are out of the way of the traffic to allow them to run the shorter races all day and night long.

It is fun to speculate.

I honestly believe this was just a year that changed and the dates didn't get moved so it looks like it starts thursday and ends wednesday, but in reality it is no different than other weekends. The "extra" days people keep looking at are likely to cover Castaway Cay days because they are technically part of the weekend - I guess.

Don't get me wrong, I would love more runs because it may mean more medals - although if they do multiple 5ks/10ks/etc it will likely be same medals, but it would be awesome to end the weekend with more medals.

Anyway, I don't think there will be an increase in the number of days in the weekend, and I especially doubt the marathon will be on any other day other than Sunday.

 

[shellott-hill]

Oh, sorry for the misunderstanding. I am thinking that it will still be the same number of medals as before, they would just break the people up into smaller groups. That would run at different days and times.

 

[Z-Knight]

Oh, sorry for the misunderstanding. I am thinking that it will still be the same number of medals as before, they would just break the people up into smaller groups. That would run at different days and times.

I understand the confusion, and in all honesty it would likely be a good idea given how popular 5ks and 10ks are, but I just believe this is a simple year change. But in all honestly, it is fun to speculate so no need for apologies. It is fun to think about at least so keep it coming - and don't mind me poopooing any speculation, I just think the current dates are just a reflection of runDisney not having finished the website updates to year 2022

 

[nekonekoneko]

I honestly believe this was just a year that changed and the dates didn't get moved so it looks like it starts thursday and ends wednesday, but in reality it is no different than other weekends. The "extra" days people keep looking at are likely to cover Castaway Cay days because they are technically part of the weekend - I guess.

Don't get me wrong, I would love more runs because it may mean more medals - although if they do multiple 5ks/10ks/etc it will likely be same medals, but it would be awesome to end the weekend with more medals.

Anyway, I don't think there will be an increase in the number of days in the weekend, and I especially doubt the marathon will be on any other day other than Sunday.

But if they used the Castaway challenge day, that would be the 11th, and if they used the end of the cruise, it would be the 14th. Either way, the 12th still doesn't add up as the proper end date of MW, unless it was just a placeholder date.

 

[Z-Knight]

But if they used the Castaway challenge day, that would be the 11th, and if they used the end of the cruise, it would be the 14th. Either way, the 12th still doesn't add up as the proper end date of MW, unless it was just a placeholder date.

12th was the date from 2021 - which I believe does correspond to the castaway day. We believe they simply changed the year to 2022 and didn't touch the days, so they carried over from 2021 days to 2022 and hence everything looks like it shifted. When the correct it I bet the dates will say Jan 5 to 11, 2022.

 

[nekonekoneko]

12th was the date from 2021 - which I believe does correspond to the castaway day. We believe they simply changed the year to 2022 and didn't touch the days, so they carried over from 2021 days to 2022 and hence everything looks like it shifted. When the correct it I bet the dates will say Jan 5 to 11, 2022.

That would make a lot more sense. Thanks for the clarification!

 

[lhermiston]

Good morning, runDisney all-stars!

For this week’s Sundays are for Disney, what is your favorite resort restaurant? If you’ve never eaten at a resort, which restaurant do you want to try the most?

My 1a and 1b are Ohana and Boma (yeah, I love all-you-can-eat). Both have served as celebration dinner spots after the marathon and they give me an opportunity to check out resorts I’ll likely never stay at. The view from Ohana overlooking Magic Kingdom is almost unbeatable and the seafood gumbo at Boma is my favorite thing to eat on WDW property.

California Grill is at the top of my wishlist. The menu looks great, but I really want to check out the view.

Have a great week, everyone!

 

[JAMIESMITH]

SAFD: The Grand Floridian Cafe is my favorite. It has never disappointed and we visit every trip. I really want to try Whispering Canyon Cafe.

 

[flav]

SAFD: How do you choose between an exquisite three hours dinner at Narcosses, a “let’s eat ice cream for dinner” at Beaches and Cream and a “who cares about food, we are partying with Chef Mickey”?

Since this is Marathon 2022 thread, I will say Story Book Dining at Artist Point. It has the theme, the characters and our food was great. It was the perfect Dopey celebration.

 

[Barca33Runner]

SAFD:

Sanaa is my favorite resort dining location. I love the bread service, of course, but I’ve never had a bad experience with anything else on the menu either. It’s always a really relaxing and enjoyable time.

Honorable Mention: Sebastian’s and Boma. Really enjoy both of these as well. I’m interested to see how Sebastian’s is after it switches to family style and how long that lasts.

Also Very Good: Ohana and Trattoria al Forno. The Bon Voyage breakfast was a really cool character experience. Hopefully it returns.

For the Future: I’d really like to do the brunch at California Grill if they bring it back sometime. I didn’t get a chance to do Topolino’s when I was at Riviera in January. That would be nice too. I’d also like to visit Three Bridges at Coronado some time. Oh, and Jiko. So much food still to eat.

 

[FFigawi]

Good morning, runDisney all-stars!

For this week’s Sundays are for Disney, what is your favorite resort restaurant? If you’ve never eaten at a resort, which restaurant do you want to try the most?

My 1a and 1b are Ohana and Boma (yeah, I love all-you-can-eat). Both have served as celebration dinner spots after the marathon and they give me an opportunity to check out resorts I’ll likely never stay at. The view from Ohana overlooking Magic Kingdom is almost unbeatable and the seafood gumbo at Boma is my favorite thing to eat on WDW property.

SAFD: Victoria & Albert's is at the top of the list. We dine there every time we’re home in Florida, and have had some wonderful special occasion meals for Thanksgiving and NYE there too. We’re a bit sad they'll still be closed when we’re in the States next month. Jiko is probably second on the list thanks to their extensive and unique vegan menu.

 

[princesspirateandrunner]

SAFD: We had a fantastic post-marathon celebration dinner at Toledo (Coronado Springs) in 2020. The view from the balcony is incredible. Sanaa (Animal Kingdom Villas) is fantastic. We loved Shutters (Caribbean Beach), and its replacement, Sebastian’s Bistro, is good, too. I agree that Grand Floridian Cafe is excellent, and DH adds a special shout out to them for the delicious, light pancakes (the best he’s ever eaten). Boatwright’s (Port Orleans) is a favorite, too. For drinks, Geyser Point (Wilderness Lodge) was fun on our last trip, and starting off at Bar Riva (Riviera) right after we checked in at Pop set a great tone for the trip.

Okay, I realize that I’m naming way too many restaurants for the question, but all these places are just so good! We try to go to as many different places as we can each trip, as well as visiting old favorites.

 

[Baloo in MI]

SAFD:
I have three resort favorites:

-Ohana: the food has sometimes not been as consistent as I would like. But when it is good, it is great! Plus a favorite memory is off watching fireworks with piped in music from our table there!
-Whispering Pines: Our favorite resort and a fun place to eat. We had Thanksgiving there a few years ago that was so good. Plus they do a fantastic job with our daughters’ Celiac needs. We love them for that.
-Sanaa: Absolutely good food, great views!

 

[shellott-hill]

SAFD:

My favourites have already been mentioned.
Jiko, California Grill and Beaches & Cream.

How about the Wave?

 

[DisneyParrothead]

For fun memories I’d say doing tea at the Grand Floridian. Last time was during Princess when my mom and I did the 10k. Before the trip a bunch of friends coordinated high tea the afternoon of the 10k, and after being up at 2, it was SO needed! Food, caffeine, sugar, and friends.

 

[RunDopey]

SAFD:

We usually stay at CR for MW, so California Grill and The Wave are regular for us. We had a fantastic dinner at Victoria & Albert's in the Queen Victoria room for our 25th. Sanaa is a must visit on every trip. Favorite resort quick service is probably Captain Cook's at Poly.

 

[Bunkie1979]

Good morning, runDisney all-stars!

For this week’s Sundays are for Disney, what is your favorite resort restaurant? If you’ve never eaten at a resort, which restaurant do you want to try the most?

My 1a and 1b are Ohana and Boma (yeah, I love all-you-can-eat). Both have served as celebration dinner spots after the marathon and they give me an opportunity to check out resorts I’ll likely never stay at. The view from Ohana overlooking Magic Kingdom is almost unbeatable and the seafood gumbo at Boma is my favorite thing to eat on WDW property.

California Grill is at the top of my wishlist. The menu looks great, but I really want to check out the view.

Have a great week, everyone!

Hello, friends!

Had to jump in on this week's SAFD (it's my first!) as I love all things having to do with dining at Disney!

Over-the-top #1 answer: For one magical WDW trip, the planets aligned and I was able to book and surprise my DH with a Chef's Table dinner experience at Victoria & Albert's for our 10th wedding anniversary (non-runDisney-related). It was a near five-hour dining extravaganza! So much fun to watch all of the action in the kitchen and interact with Chef directly.

#2 California Grill - Sunday brunch is a perfect post-Marathon Weekend Castaway Challenge cruise celebration before flying home. Bottomless mimosas (AKA mostly champagne with a splash of juice)? Yes, please!

#3 Trattoria al Forno - more sentimental than anything. Has become our pre-marathon tradition!

 

[pinkxray]

Ohana all the way. Love the noodles, wings and bread pudding while overlooking the castle. I also love the breakfast.(seems breakfast doesn’t get as much love as dinner) We have done it almost every trip and it has always been great.

Narcossee probably wins as my best meal but my DH won’t go to the GF and my little kids are monsters and too loud too eat there. It was just older DD and I and it was amazing.

We are finally trying WCC in Nov. Looking forward to it.

 

[Rogue224]

SAFD: These were places we went on non rD trips. For rD trips we tend to go more quick service and adult beverages haha.
#1 Trails End
#2 Ohana
#3 1900 Park Faire

 

[nekonekoneko]

My two favorites are Victoria & Albert's and California Grill. The only part about CG that I hate is that they only do a Sunday brunch, and my DW is kinda running during that time....

I still want to try Jiko and Artist Point. I do hope they reopen by January.