MKJo
08-20-2009, 15:57
Running enthusiasts can trek the mountains, taste the nations and tame the terror – all at Walt Disney World Resort during September and October. That’s when a trio of Disney’s Endurance Series events combines healthy exercise with quirky fun – and the chance to claim a special Fall Race Challenge Medal. Here’s what’s in store:
Expedition Everest Challenge presented by Champion (Sept. 26) – Just after sunset, teams of two embark to take on the exotic terrain of Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park in a competitive 5K run, obstacle course and scavenger hunt with a bonus reward for completing the challenge: an exclusive after-hours party at the park.
Disney’s Race for the Taste 10K and 3K (Oct. 11) – Participants in the 10K traverse a unique course through Disney’s Hollywood Studios and into the middle of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. The 3K run/walk is through the heart of the festival at Epcot. A post-race picnic features food samples from the festival, Disney entertainment, music and games, face painters, kids’ races and an awards ceremony.
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 13K and 5K (Oct. 24) – The 13K is a one-of-a-kind nighttime run through the deserted streets of Disney’s Hollywood Studios that ends in the shadows of the theme park’s Hollywood Tower Hotel. The themed race course is a mystery tour with clues appearing along the way. Following the race, it’s party time!
Distinctive medals await the finishers of all the races. But for those who complete the Race for the Taste 10K and either the Expedition Everest Challenge or the Tower of Terror 13K this fall with an official time, there’s also an exclusive Fall Race Challenge bonus medal.
For additional information and registration, visit disneyenduranceseries.com (http://www.disneyenduranceseries.com/).
Expedition Everest Challenge presented by Champion (Sept. 26) – Just after sunset, teams of two embark to take on the exotic terrain of Disney’s Animal Kingdom theme park in a competitive 5K run, obstacle course and scavenger hunt with a bonus reward for completing the challenge: an exclusive after-hours party at the park.
Disney’s Race for the Taste 10K and 3K (Oct. 11) – Participants in the 10K traverse a unique course through Disney’s Hollywood Studios and into the middle of the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. The 3K run/walk is through the heart of the festival at Epcot. A post-race picnic features food samples from the festival, Disney entertainment, music and games, face painters, kids’ races and an awards ceremony.
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror 13K and 5K (Oct. 24) – The 13K is a one-of-a-kind nighttime run through the deserted streets of Disney’s Hollywood Studios that ends in the shadows of the theme park’s Hollywood Tower Hotel. The themed race course is a mystery tour with clues appearing along the way. Following the race, it’s party time!
Distinctive medals await the finishers of all the races. But for those who complete the Race for the Taste 10K and either the Expedition Everest Challenge or the Tower of Terror 13K this fall with an official time, there’s also an exclusive Fall Race Challenge bonus medal.
For additional information and registration, visit disneyenduranceseries.com (http://www.disneyenduranceseries.com/).