Run the Parks. Recover Like Royalty.
runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend sends thousands of runners through Walt Disney World's iconic parks across four days of 5K, 10K, half marathon, and challenge races. Your running crew deserves more than a cramped hotel room and a lukewarm continental breakfast. Wizard's Way puts your entire group under one roof — 15 minutes from the start line, with a heated pool for sore legs, a full kitchen for carb-loading, and nine bedrooms so everyone actually sleeps before early corrals.
runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend
About runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend
runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend is a multi-day running event at Walt Disney World Resort featuring a 5K, 10K, half marathon, and challenge races that wind through the parks. April 16-19, 2026 brings thousands of runners from across the country for one of the most magical race weekends on the calendar. Costumed runners, character photo ops on-course, and the unbeatable feeling of crossing a finish line inside a Disney park make this unlike any other road race.
Full event details →About Wizard's Way
A Forbes award-winning, fantasy-inspired luxury estate in ChampionsGate, Orlando. Nine immersive themed bedrooms with 13 beds, a private heated pool & spa, Whispering Woods home cinema, Enchanted Arcade game room, and a full gourmet kitchen.
Designed for groups who want more than a hotel room — this is where your runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend trip becomes unforgettable.
Why Stay at Wizard's Way for runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend?
A hotel room is forgettable. This isn't.
15 Minutes from the Start Line
Wizard's Way in ChampionsGate is one of the closest luxury vacation homes to Walt Disney World. Early corral times mean short commutes matter — you'll be grateful for every extra minute of sleep.
Post-Race Recovery Pool & Spa
A heated pool and spillover jacuzzi spa waiting for you after every race. Ice those legs, soak those muscles, and float away the miles under the Florida sun.
Carb-Loading Kitchen
Full gourmet kitchen with everything your group needs for pre-race pasta dinners and post-race feasts. Three coffee systems ensure nobody misses their 3:30 AM alarm without caffeine.
Your Whole Running Crew Together
Nine themed bedrooms sleeping 22 guests. Running clubs, family teams, and friend groups all stay under one roof — no coordinating across hotel towers or missing the group photo.
Celebration Headquarters
After you earn that medal, celebrate properly. Home cinema for the recap videos, game room for unwinding, and a pool deck with outdoor TVs and Sonos speakers for the after-party.
Save Enough to Run the Next One
Split the nightly rate across your running group and pay less per person than Disney resort hotels. Put the savings toward your next runDisney registration.
Book Your runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend Stay
April 16–19, 2026 at Walt Disney World Resort. Secure your group's stay before it fills up.
Your Group's Private Estate
What Guests Are Saying
“Wow! Amazed! It is not a home, it's an experience! The attention to detail is unparalleled. The house scavenger hunt was phenomenal. There is so much to do and see that you don't even need to leave the home.”
Jason
Miami Beach, FL
“What a fabulous house! Our family didn't go to any nearby attractions but had so much fun hanging at the house enjoying the private pool, using the spa, and watching movies. The house exceeded everyone's expectations.”
Valerie
St Petersburg, FL
“It was amazing! The pictures just don't start to explain how amazing the house is in person! And the scavenger hunt game was an extra fun and genius idea! Only took us 20 minutes to get to Universal.”
Kristin
Melbourne, FL
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Book Your Stay for runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend
April 16–19, 2026 — Select your dates below. Book direct for the best rate, no platform fees.