runDisney has officially revealed the themes for the upcoming Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend.

Disney has officially revealed the themes for the upcoming Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend, and they’re packed with classic characters, colorful vibes, and fall-festival fun. If you’ve been thinking about running (or spectating) this race weekend, here’s everything you need to know.

runDisney’s Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend is one of the most flavorful race weekends on the runDisney calendar, bringing runners together at Disney World in the fall while the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is in full swing. The weekend offers racers the chance to participate in a variety of distances — from the themed 5K and 10K to the classic half marathon, plus optional challenges that combine distances for extra medals and bragging rights.

Traditionally held in October, Wine & Dine blends Disney’s love of good food with athletic achievement. This year’s race weekend will fall between October 22nd and 25th. runDisney participants experience courses that wind through scenic parts of Disney World Resort (typically before the parks officially open) and earn commemorative medals tailored to the weekend’s festivities. Finishers often celebrate with EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival offerings, and races culminate in fun post-race experiences, including an after-party in EPCOT with food, drinks, and entertainment for runners and registered guests.

For the 2026 weekend, runDisney recently revealed fresh themes tied to beloved Disney properties that bring a new storyline to each race distance. The 5K will be inspired by The Aristocats, the 10K will feature The Three Caballeros, and the half marathon will center on Mary Poppins, giving runners a playful narrative theme to match the festive season. There’s even a theme for the Two Course Challenge (featuring Grumpy) that draws on classic Disney characters and adds an extra layer of race-weekend excitement.

Let’s take a look at each race’s theme!

Wine & Dine 5K Race

The Disney Wine & Dine 5K kicks off race weekend with a fun 3.1-mile run that’s perfect for beginners, families, and anyone who just wants a low-pressure way to join in on the magic.

For 2026, the race is themed to The Aristocats, giving runners a charming, Parisian-inspired vibe and an adorable medal to start their Wine & Dine collection.

Wine & Dine 10K Race

The Wine & Dine 10K offers a 6.2-mile course that adds a little more challenge while still keeping things playful and festive.

This year’s theme features The Three Caballeros, bringing colorful, high-energy flair to the race experience and a vibrant medal inspired by Donald Duck, José, and Panchito.

Wine & Dine Half Marathon Race

The main event of the weekend is the 13.1-mile Wine & Dine Half Marathon, which traditionally winds through Walt Disney World before finishing in EPCOT.

The 2026 theme centers on Mary Poppins, adding a whimsical, classic Disney touch to the race and a practically perfect medal to celebrate your half-marathon finish.

Two Course Challenge

For runners who want to go all-in, the Two Course Challenge combines the 10K and the half marathon for a total of 19.3 miles across the weekend.

The challenge theme for 2026 is Grumpy from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, and participants earn a special bonus medal in addition to their 10K and half marathon medals.

Post-Race Experience at EPCOT Food & Wine Festival

Wine & Dine weekend is known for its celebratory post-race experiences, including an after-party in EPCOT that lets runners enjoy the International Food & Wine Festival after the races. It’s the perfect way to celebrate your miles with festival booths, entertainment, and fellow runners — making this race weekend feel just as much like a vacation as it is a competition.

Whether you’re tackling just one event or signing up for multiple distances and the challenge, Wine & Dine offers runners of all levels a unique way to combine exercise, Disney magic, and fall festival fun. With character sightings, themed course entertainment, and one-of-a-kind race medals, it’s a celebration of miles, food, and fun that’s become a highlight of the fall race season.

We’ll be bringing you every update as Disney releases them, counting down the days until the next runDisney races! Be sure you’re following along with us right here at DFB!

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