Are you looking for a way to support autism research while experiencing the magic of Walt Disney World? RUN FOR AUTISM is a participating charity with the 2025 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend in Orlando, Florida, January 8 to 12, 2025.
RUN FOR AUTISM has entries available into the 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, and Marathon, Goofy Challenge, and Dopey Challenge, so there’s sure to be a distance perfect for you. Up for a half marathon and marathon on back-to-back days? Tackle the Goofy Challenge. Or run the famous Dopey Challenge, taking on each of the four races in consecutive days.
Each race promises a magical Disney experience, with the course routes traversing the Walt Disney World resort. See beloved Disney characters and entertainment along the course and enjoy exclusive RUN FOR AUTISM team perks including team gear, an OAR medal, and training and fundraising support.
Your fundraising commitment helps support the autism community through funding new applied research, providing free resources, supporting job seekers, and funding scholarships for autistic students.
With all these races and challenges sold out, charity registration is the only way to run any Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend event. Make every mile magical and join the RUN FOR AUTISM team at the 2025 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend in Orlando, Florida.
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