Ep. 27 - Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2025 Race Recap Part 1

It’s the most magical race weekend of the year, and we’re back with all the details! In this episode of the Stride Sisters Podcast, we kick off our recap of the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend 2025. Spoiler alert: we both conquered the Dopey Challenge! 🎉 From the excitement of the expo to the 5K, 10K, and half marathon days, we’re sharing our highs, lows, and everything in between. Don’t miss next week’s episode, where we’ll dive into marathon day and all the post-Dopey celebrations!

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• 🎟️ The Expo: Our favorite finds, merchandise must-haves, and tips for navigating the expo like a pro.
• 🏅 5K Magic: How we kicked off the weekend with this fun and festive run.
• 🎠 10K Highlights: A closer look at this mid-distance race and the characters that kept us smiling.
• 🎢 Half Marathon Fun: Hear about our experiences and how we managed pacing as the big races loomed ahead.

 

Links & Resources:

• Instagram: @stridesisterspodcast
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyCeMhJ49/?mibextid=wwXIfr
• Twitter: @stridesispod
• TikTok: @stridesisterspodcast
• Natalie's Fundraiser: 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon
• Medal Donations: https://medals4mettle.org/ 
• Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend Event Guide: https://www.rundisneyexpo.run/

 

Join the Conversation:
Did you take on the Dopey Challenge or any of the Marathon Weekend races this year? Share your race day stories with us on Instagram or send us a message!