
Orlando, United States of America · Sunday 10 January 2027
The marathon is an annual 26.2-mile road race held each January in Orlando, Florida, encompassing all four major theme parks and several resort areas within the Walt Disney World Resort. The event traditionally begins before sunrise near Epcot, often with start times around 4:30 to 5:00 AM, in cool but highly humid conditions typical for central Florida during winter months.\n\nThe course starts and finishes in the Epcot parking lot, traveling through Epcot itself, the Magic Kingdom including Ma
Adjusted Time
3:56:38
Time difference: -3.4 minutes compared to a flat, road, temperate course.
Walt Disney World Marathon is a full marathon held in Orlando, United States of America, scheduled for Sunday 10 January 2027. The course is run on road surface with 79m of total elevation gain, reaching a maximum altitude of 37m above sea level. For registration and full race details, visit the official Walt Disney World Marathon website.
This is a very flat course with only 79m of total elevation gain across the full distance. The course ranges from 27m to 37m above sea level — a 10m elevation range that makes it one of the flatter races available. Runners targeting a personal best will appreciate the minimal climbing.
Based on historical weather data for January, the expected race day conditions are as follows. Moderate temperatures between 11°C and 21°C are expected. While comfortable for most runners, those targeting fast times should pay attention to hydration, as these temperatures can impact performance over the full distance. There is a low chance of rain (0%), so dry conditions are likely.
Walt Disney World Marathon is run on road surfaces, which provide the fastest and most predictable conditions for marathon running. Road courses allow for consistent pacing and are typically the best choice for runners targeting a personal best time.
Our difficulty rating for Walt Disney World Marathon is calculated using a model that combines elevation gain, temperature impact, and surface type. Use the difficulty calculator above to enter your target finish time and see exactly how many minutes this course would add or subtract compared to a perfectly flat, cool, road-based marathon. Faster runners and slower runners are affected differently by the same course conditions, so the difficulty is personalised to your pace.
Looking for an easier marathon or a tougher challenge? You can also compare Walt Disney World Marathon against other marathons to find the right race for your goals.
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