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FIRST LOOK: 2023 runDisney Merchandise for Springtime Surprise Weekend

April 7, 2023

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The 2023 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend is right around the corner, and we have your first look at some of the new official merchandise. 2023 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend Merchandise The runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend officially kicks off April 14, 2023, and runs through April 16, 2023. The merchandise is themed after the races: The … Read more

TRON Lightcycle Run Begins Soft Open After Selling Out in Seconds, Full Review of Energy Bytes Snack Stand, Easter Treats Revealed, & More: Daily Recap (3/20/23)

March 20, 2023

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Justin Topa

Justin Topa has been a staff writer for WDW News Today since November 2022. A native of Scranton, Pa., Topa is almost always daydreaming about Walt Disney World. On days when he is not rope-dropping or resort-hopping, you could probably find Topa sulking at home with his two dogs. You can e-mail Topa at JustinT@WDWNT.com.

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Monday, March 20, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

First Look at 90s-Inspired runDisney 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Merchandise

December 30, 2022

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

Disney has shared a first look at the retro runDisney merchandise collections that will be available during the 2023 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by State Farm. In addition to apparel, the collections will include headware, Corkcicle drinkware, a Loungefly backpack, and of course pins. This merchandise will be available during the runDisney Health … Read more

Walt Disney World to Host Tampa Bay Rays for Spring Training After Hurricane Damaged Training Facility

December 20, 2022

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Chuck Mirarchi

Just like many Disney fans, Chuck has been passionate about anything Disney ever since he was a child. He and his family's first trip to a Disney Park were in 1972 when they went to Walt Disney World. Chuck particularly loves anything that has to do with the history of The Walt Disney Company.

Earlier this month, the Tampa Bay Rays announced they needed to relocate their spring base for 2023 due to extensive damage to team training facilities caused by Hurricane Ian. At the time, they said they were exploring “several options.” Now, Disney and the Tampa Bay Rays have announced that Major League Baseball will be returning to … Read more

First Look at 2022 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Merchandise

October 28, 2022October 28, 2022

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

Disney has shared a first look at the merchandise for the 2022 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend powered by Shokz. This year’s race weekend will “explore the heart of the human spirit found in the international cuisines around World Showcase.” The merchandise is inspired by “Soul,” “Coco,” “Aladdin,” and “Raya and the Last … Read more

runDisney Instituting Virtual Queue for Merchandise During 2022 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend

October 24, 2022

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

To help alleviate crowds during 2022 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend, runDisney will institute a virtual queue for merchandise. From runDisney: The countdown is on to the start of the runDisney race season and as participants gear up for the 2022 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend powered by Shokz, we’re excited … Read more

Walt Disney World Hosting Largest-Ever HBCU Week

October 7, 2022

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

For the first time, HBCU Week will be held at Walt Disney World Resort this year. The event celebrates historically black colleges and universities, with a mission to encourage high school youth to enroll in HBCUs, provide scholarship dollars for matriculation, and sustain a pipeline for employment from undergraduate school to corporate America. HBCU Week … Read more

New Items at ‘Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue,’ Minnie Vans Returning, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Boarding Groups Remain Open Longer Into Afternoon & More: Daily Recap (6/7/22)

June 7, 2022

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We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, June 7, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

6 Special Olympics Delegates from Haiti Go Missing From ESPN Wide World of Sports at Walt Disney World

June 7, 2022

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

Six delegates from Haiti participating in the Special Olympics, which are being hosted at Walt Disney World currently, have gone missing according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office. Central Florida news station WFTV9 reports that the six individuals turned in their room keys, but left behind their luggage before they disappeared. They were last seen … Read more

Veterans Institute Summit Presented by Disney Institute Returns to Walt Disney World August 19-20

May 23, 2022

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

Guests can learn about how to serve those who have served the United States with the return of the Disney Institute’s Veterans Institute Summit, taking place August 19-20 at Walt Disney World. From Cappy Surette, Manager, External Communications at Disney Parks Experiences and Products and co-chair of the Veteran Business Employee Resource Group known as … Read more

2022 Department of Defense Warrior Games and Veterans Institute to be Held at Walt Disney World

April 7, 2022

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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The 2022 Department of Defense Warrior Games and the 2022 Veterans Institute Summit will be held at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Walt Disney World. The DoD Warrior Games, hosted by the U.S. Army, will take place from August 19 through 28. It celebrates “the resiliency and dedication of wounded, ill, and … Read more

All of the 2022 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend Merchandise with Prices

April 1, 2022

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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We have entered the 2022 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend, which means new runDisney merchandise. Some items sold out quickly Thursday morning, but many are still available at the expo at ESPN Wide World of Sports. Springtime Surprise Weekend Spirit Jersey – $74.99 This ombre Spirit Jersey is teal green and blue. Mickey in pink running shorts … Read more

Disney Parks and State Farm Insurance Form Strategic Alliance

February 22, 2022

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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The Walt Disney Company and State Farm have announced a multi-year relationship to span Disney Parks and Resorts and Disney Advertising Sales. To kick off the new relationship, Disney and State Farm celebrated a North Carolina family via “Good Morning America.” 10-year-old Laila Ratfliff uses the proceeds from her lemonade business to create care packages … Read more

Disney Live Entertainment to Produce 2022 Special Olympics USA Games Opening Ceremony

January 26, 2022

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Shannen Michaelsen

Shannen has been a Disney Parks fan and lover of dogs since childhood, despite Pluto's attempt to eat Shannen's Minnie Mouse doll the first time they met. They've made up now. You can email Shannen at shannen@mail.hkdrnt.com.

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Disney Live Entertainment will be producing this year’s Special Olympics USA Games opening ceremony. The games will take place June 5 – 12 at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. Below is Disney’s announcement. Yesterday, Walt Disney World Resort announced that thousands of athletes, families, and fans in attendance for the games will be treated to legendary … Read more

PHOTOS: runDisney Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Sells Out of Most Merchandise, Begins to Sell Expo Signage

January 6, 2022

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Katie Francis

Katie is a lover of all theme parks and an avid reader. Her favorite rides are Spaceship Earth and The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man. You can find her daydreaming of the Florida sun, and you can reach her at katie@wdwnt.com.

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The Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend is here, and the runDisney Expo opened yesterday to runners and guests. Merchandise began selling very quickly, and today, very little remains. With the Expo open tomorrow afternoon, Disney apparently improvised additional merchandise by selling the signage from empty displays. As merchandise sells out, they are marking the signs … Read more

PHOTOS: Every 2022 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Merchandise Item with Prices at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex

January 5, 2022

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Matthew Soberman

Matthew has been a writer for WDWNT since June 2018. He probably should have realized he was a Disney Parks fan when he tried to make a model of the Horizons building in middle school shop class. (It didn't go well.) He is also a huge Muppet fan, and can also be found on ToughPigs.com. You can email Matthew at matthew@wdwnt.com.

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On your mark, get set, and go to the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex as runners get ready for the 2022 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend at the runDisney Expo! And when there’s a special occasion, there’s plenty of commemorative merchandise. Let’s take a look! 2022 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend Hooded Sweatshirt — … Read more

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