2024 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend Celebrates 15 Years
The 2024 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend marked 15 years of the beloved runDisney tradition at Walt Disney World Resort, bringing thousands of runners through iconic theme park courses. Among the highlights were 98 "perfect" participants who have completed every edition of the race, plus standout finish times from first-place runners Josh Baden and Lisa Hart. Cast members, Disney characters, and confetti-filled finishes made for a memorable anniversary celebration.
The 2024 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend celebrated its 15th anniversary at Walt Disney World Resort, drawing thousands of runners through magical theme park miles with iconic Disney Chefs as the celebratory theme. From uniquely designed finisher medals to entertainment along the course, the crystal anniversary edition delivered a race experience befitting the milestone occasion.
Key Details
- Event: 2024 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend
- Location: Walt Disney World Resort, Florida
- Anniversary: 15th year ("crystal" anniversary)
- Men's Winner: Josh Baden, 1:16:29
- Women's Winner: Lisa Hart, 1:22:37
- Wheelchair Winner: Linden Williamson, 58:03
A Milestone Weekend for Thousands of Runners
The 2024 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend lived up to its anniversary billing, immersing participants in magical miles through Disney theme parks, exciting character encounters, and entertainment woven throughout the course. The celebration centered on iconic Disney Chefs as the event's thematic inspiration, and runners savored every aspect of the weekend from start line to finish.
The "Perfect" Participants: 15 Years, Every Year
Among the most memorable stories of the weekend were the 98 "perfect" participants — runners who have completed every edition of the Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon since the event's very first year. The group gathered together ahead of the race start to share favorite memories spanning a decade and a half of runDisney tradition.
First Finishers Deliver Strong Times
The Half Marathon finish line saw a delicious victory for Josh Baden of Lawrence, Kansas, who crossed in 1:16:29 — two minutes faster than the previous year's winner. On the women's side, Lisa Hart, a UK native now living in Winter Garden, Florida, finished in 1:22:37. Linden Williamson of Seguin, Texas, earned the top wheelchair finisher honors with a time of 58:03.
Cast Members Made the Magic
Behind the scenes of every runDisney race weekend are the dedicated cast members who make the experience possible — from photographers capturing on-course moments to volunteers handing out finisher medals and filling every supporting role in between. The 2024 Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend was no exception, with runDisney cast members delivering Disney-quality service throughout the full event.
What's Next for runDisney
With the 2024 anniversary edition in the books, runners looking to keep the momentum going can turn their attention to the 2025 runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend, with limited registration availability remaining. Prospective participants can explore upcoming race weekend options and register at runDisney.com.