Springtime Surprise 2026 (Apr 16-20)

[Baloo in MI]

Maybe the Surprise in Springtime Surprise is that they are counting perfect status after saying they are not - Surprise! One can hope.

 

[disneyrunnergrl]

Maybe the Surprise in Springtime Surprise is that they are counting perfect status after saying they are not - Surprise! One can hope.

Im keeping my fingers crossed!!

 

[fatmanatee]

There's a banner for *next year's* Springtime Surprise weekend at the expo right now, and I'll just say that there is no sign that it's going to be Star Wars.

 

[marty3d]

There's a banner for *next year's* Springtime Surprise weekend at the expo right now, and I'll just say that there is no sign that it's going to be Star Wars.

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I'm not giving up hope!

 

[nancipants]

I'm not giving up hope!

Rebellions are built on hope.

 

[fatmanatee]

I'm not giving up hope!

There's always potential for a surprise!

Something about the font screams Muppets to me though.

 

[1lilspark]

There's always potential for a surprise!

Something about the font screams Muppets to me though.

I’d definitely need to commit to the challenge if that happened what’s the lowest projected pace you can put without a proof of time again? Asking for a friend

 

[Naomeri]

Rebellions are built on hope.

So what you're saying is that all of the runners should rebel against whatever the announced themes are and make it a Star Wars weekend?

I'm in support of that

 

[PrincessV]

So what you're saying is that all of the runners should rebel against whatever the announced themes are and make it a Star Wars weekend?

I'm in support of that

Some of us never stopped dressing for it as a SW race - join us!!!

 

[5xdisneyfans]

What is the minimum distance you could get too and be ready for the challenge? This is my first challenge and stressing out over being ready for it. I had a training plan all set out and started when I rolled my ankle really bad three weeks ago. I haven’t been able to run since but started to walk again this week slowly. Trying to figure out how to re arrange my training plan now that I had to take time off. Hopefully to start doing some running in another week or so. I haven’t only been back to running for a year and was up to doing 10k distance. Trying not to over think it but want to complete my first challenge. Thanks for any advice.

 

[Naomeri]

What is the minimum distance you could get too and be ready for the challenge? This is my first challenge and stressing out over being ready for it. I had a training plan all set out and started when I rolled my ankle really bad three weeks ago. I haven’t been able to run since but started to walk again this week slowly. Trying to figure out how to re arrange my training plan now that I had to take time off. Hopefully to start doing some running in another week or so. I haven’t only been back to running for a year and was up to doing 10k distance. Trying not to over think it but want to complete my first challenge. Thanks for any advice.

I think if you can get back up to a 10K distance, you'll be ready for sure.

My Princess training was pretty bad--I hadn't run further than 5K since the beginning of November, and I just got through the 5K and the 10K with no problems, and I expect to survive the half marathon tomorrow morning with nothing worse than sore feet.

I would suggest you walk the 5K in April, and take it easy in the 10K, and save your energy for the 10 Miler. If you're not already using run/walk in your training, I highly recommend it.

I hope your ankle continues to improve and you have lots of fun with your first runDisney challenge.

 

[5xdisneyfans]

I think if you can get back up to a 10K distance, you'll be ready for sure.

My Princess training was pretty bad--I hadn't run further than 5K since the beginning of November, and I just got through the 5K and the 10K with no problems, and I expect to survive the half marathon tomorrow morning with nothing worse than sore feet.

I would suggest you walk the 5K in April, and take it easy in the 10K, and save your energy for the 10 Miler. If you're not already using run/walk in your training, I highly recommend it.

I hope your ankle continues to improve and you have lots of fun with your first runDisney challenge.

Thank you! Have fun tomorrow!

 

[The running raven]

Has anyone stayed at AKL for a race weekend? Any suggestions on which savanna to request/where in the building? Thanks in advance!

 

[Dopey 2020]

Has anyone stayed at AKL for a race weekend? Any suggestions on which savanna to request/where in the building? Thanks in advance!

I stay there most race weekends, absolutely love it especially since I drive. It’s very simple to and from and if I’ve used the busses there has not been issues except a driver getting lost one time which happens just about everywhere. As far as where to stay it’s personal preference, it’s all beautiful. I’ve never stayed in a hotel room there as I’m DVC so I can’t say what is a good room. I prefer when I can get a value because I like saving points. The majority of restaurants are at Jambo but it’s very easy to take a shuttle or a nice stroll between there and Kidani. If you go with DVC room at Kidani request near lobby as the building is larger than Jambo, not exaggerating, if you stay in an end room it’s a ten minute walk down the hallway.

 

[lookingforsunshine]

What is the minimum distance you could get too and be ready for the challenge?

Depends on definition of “be ready,” haha. I ran the Fairytale Challenge with my friend once and after the 10K his watch congratulated him on his longest distance run! He completed the half but it hurt. I think some people can finish the races with minimal training (or none at all in some cases), while others will struggle. It just depends on your experience, fitness, and capability.

Has anyone stayed at AKL for a race weekend?

I rented DVC at Kidani for Dopey once. It was beautiful but food was hard to access since quick service is in Jambo. I liked the hotel but the experience wasn’t necessarily any better than what I have had at my normal stay at All-Stars.

 

[AJollyHoliday]

Depends on definition of “be ready,” haha. I ran the Fairytale Challenge with my friend once and after the 10K his watch congratulated him on his longest distance run! He completed the half but it hurt. I think some people can finish the races with minimal training (or none at all in some cases), while others will struggle. It just depends on your experience, fitness, and capability.

I rented DVC at Kidani for Dopey once. It was beautiful but food was hard to access since quick service is in Jambo. I liked the hotel but the experience wasn’t necessarily any better than what I have had at my normal stay at All-Stars.

You can get quick service breakfast at Sanaa at Kidani and there is the pool restaurant. I love staying at Kidani and will stay there for marathon weekend.