{"id":59510,"date":"2018-01-18T12:00:53","date_gmt":"2018-01-18T17:00:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/?p=59510"},"modified":"2022-04-08T23:58:32","modified_gmt":"2022-04-09T03:58:32","slug":"rundisney-kids-races","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/rundisney-kids-races\/","title":{"rendered":"runDisney Kids Races"},"content":{"rendered":"

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runDisney<\/a> race weekends can be some of the busiest weekends at Disney World.\u00a0 I would argue they are also some of the most fun!\u00a0 There are so many ways to get involved in race weekend – as a runner, ChEAR squad member, volunteer, and more.\u00a0 But what about the kids?<\/p>\n

runDisney Kids Races<\/h1>\n

Just one of the many opportunities to get the whole family involved is the runDisney Kids Races.\u00a0 Our family has found these to be an absolute blast.\u00a0 The events are held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports<\/a> and have historically been presented by Go Go Squeeze.<\/p>\n

The Kids Races include events for children up to 13 years old.\u00a0 Participants under 9 are eligible for the dashes (crawlers 12 months and under for the Diaper Dash, toddlers 1-4 years old for the 100m dash, 5-8 year olds for the 200m dash) and kids 13 & under can participate in the one mile run.\u00a0 The races are quite popular and can feel a tad crowded.\u00a0 However, the dash race times are staggered and each age group has multiple waves.\u00a0 The number of people on the course is much more manageable because of this and is less overwhelming for the kids.<\/p>\n

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\nOne of the starting waves for the 2017 Princess Half Marathon Weekend Kids Race dashes.<\/em><\/p>\n

Are they worth the price?<\/h2>\n

Registration for the dashes is $20 and it is $30 for the one mile run.\u00a0 Registrants get a t-shirt and finishers will also get a medallion.\u00a0 There is on-site entertainment, snacks for the kids (and big kids, too), and lots of activities!<\/p>\n

At the $20 price tag, our family has found the Kids Race dashes to be one of the best values for an activity and souvenir at Walt Disney World Resort.\u00a0 (The t-shirt, snacks, and medallion alone seem to be worth it to me!)\u00a0 Like any Disney activity, though, the best and most valuable part is the experience itself.\u00a0 Our family has loved the race experiences overall.\u00a0 However, it is important to have realistic expectations for your little one and the somewhat unpredictable responses that so much stimulation can bring.<\/p>\n

Race Day<\/h2>\n

Our little guy has always enjoyed seeing the characters on the course and the excitement of the day.\u00a0 Of the three races he has completed, though, we have had three very different on-course reactions.\u00a0 Preparing myself for the unpredictable nature of his responses has been absolutely critical for making the most of race day.<\/p>\n

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\nShyly but surely crossing the finish line at his first runDisney event.
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\nAt his second event he couldn’t have been more excited for the race – until it started.\u00a0 He insisted on being “up” for the full dash.<\/em><\/p>\n

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\nAfter finishing his most recent Kids Race, he begged “Can we do it again?” at the end.<\/em><\/p>\n

In Conclusion<\/h2>\n

In the end, I would happily recommend the runDisney Kids Races to my fellow parents.\u00a0 It’s a good value for the experience.\u00a0 And while they will inevitably outgrow the race shirt, the memories and photos will absolutely last a lifetime!\u00a0 (Don’t forget your camera – and Memory Maker<\/a>!)<\/p>\n

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\nSpectator view from the grand stand at the Kids Race dashes at ESPN Wide World of Sports.\u00a0 The fence is one of the best spots for those action photos!\u00a0 And Disney Photo Pass photographers are on the course.<\/em><\/p>\n

Has your child participated in the runDisney kids races before? What was your experience? Do you think they are worth it? Share your thoughts in the comments.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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