Marathon Weekend 2022

[lhermiston]

Woah... let's not rush into putting up with it the whole way...

 

[Livelovedance]

I considered doing something similar on my 2019 trip, but returning the car to the Dolphin instead. So, that is another option assuming Alamo is still there.

That’s a great option too! If using Alamo, and they’re still there, you could utilize the Disney boats. Thanks!

 

[Krandor]

Normally we would have dates for events already but obviously this isn’t a normal time.

Yeah after doing registration for the last few events and then having to take them virtual which is not ideal for anybody I don't think they are going to do registration for another in-person event unless that have a 80-90% confidence factor it will take place. I don't think they want to go through "cancelling" another race.

 

[Barca33Runner]

Will Sundays be for Disney in this thread?

 

[MATTERHORN]

Will Sundays be for Disney in this thread?

I came here today looking for exactly that! LOL

 

[PaDisneyCouple]

I came here today looking for exactly that! LOL

ditto

 

[FFigawi]

Will Sundays be for Disney in this thread?

Yes. Just need to get @lhermiston to remember this thread is here.

 

[LSUfan4444]

Yeah after doing registration for the last few events and then having to take them virtual which is not ideal for anybody I don't think they are going to do registration for another in-person event unless that have a 80-90% confidence factor it will take place. I don't think they want to go through "cancelling" another race.

While they may not have registration at the normal time I do think they want dates announced prior to the 11 month DVC window coming and going.

 

[lhermiston]

Will Sundays be for Disney in this thread?

I came here today looking for exactly that! LOL

Yes. Just need to get @lhermiston to remember this thread is here.

In my typical self-deprecating fashion, I was thinking SAFD had run its course, people were getting bored and I would put it on hiatus for a bit, if not outright retire it. Some folks have been answering the same or similar questions for about three years now and I don't want it to become tedious.

If there's still interest, I'll still do it. I'd also like to call on you all to help my crowd source this a bit so we could have some fresh questions.

FWIW, it makes me feel really good that folks are even asking about it.

 

[PCFriar80]

While they may not have registration at the normal time I do think they want dates announced prior to the 11 month DVC window coming and going.

I don't think the 11 month DVC window is a factor or concern for RunDisney as to when they announce race or registration dates. It's easy enough for DVC owners to book their home resort at the 11 month window with the assumption that something will occur on a specific date and then cancel that reservation in the event you get shut out of a particular race or the event does not happen.

 

[MATTERHORN]

In my typical self-deprecating fashion, I was thinking SAFD had run its course, people were getting bored and I would put it on hiatus for a bit, if not outright retire it. Some folks have been answering the same or similar questions for about three years now and I don't want it to become tedious.

If there's still interest, I'll still do it. I'd also like to call on you all to help my crowd source this a bit so we could have some fresh questions.

FWIW, it makes me feel really good that folks are even asking about it.

I didn't make it every week to join in, but it is something I definitely looked for and enjoyed!! We appreciate all of your effort and I have no problem helping come up with topics if you want!!

 

[SarahDisney]

In my typical self-deprecating fashion, I was thinking SAFD had run its course, people were getting bored and I would put it on hiatus for a bit, if not outright retire it. Some folks have been answering the same or similar questions for about three years now and I don't want it to become tedious.

Some of us forget everyone's answers (and also our own answers) from year to year and like having the same questions asked over and over again.

 

[poohs4me]

Has anyone booked a hotel room for the event yet? I admit I do not even know if room only bookings are open yet. If so where do people love to stay?

 

[LSUfan4444]

I don't think the 11 month DVC window is a factor or concern for RunDisney as to when they announce race or registration dates. It's easy enough for DVC owners to book their home resort at the 11 month window with the assumption that something will occur on a specific date and then cancel that reservation in the event you get shut out of a particular race or the event does not happen.

The race registrations won't be impacted but resort availability would, especially at some of the most popular DVC locations for marathon weekend.

Has anyone booked a hotel room for the event yet?

Not yet but we will be soon and will target the typical weekend it's always been held and adjust if needed.

 

[PCFriar80]

Has anyone booked a hotel room for the event yet? I admit I do not even know if room only bookings are open yet. If so where do people love to stay?

Not available online yet but you can call (407) 939-1936 to make a reservation.

 

[poohs4me]

Are there resorts to avoid?
I have stayed at POFQ for the weekend and also Poly. I have considered one of the villas so I had a kitchen but am not sure about location. Anyone care to opine?

 

[lhermiston]

Has anyone booked a hotel room for the event yet? I admit I do not even know if room only bookings are open yet. If so where do people love to stay?

Everyone has their own preferences and price points. Personally, I've done Marathon Weekend at Pop, All Star Movies and Port Orleans Riverside. Pop and All Star are nice because they don't much and I'm rarely at my resort, anyway. Pop was close to ESPN, which is handy for packet pickup. POR ended up being great because my room was right by the first bus stop. Your mileage may vary on that because there are multiple bus stops. Walking over to POFQ is a handy option, too.

 

[FFigawi]

Are there resorts to avoid?
I have stayed at POFQ for the weekend and also Poly. I have considered one of the villas so I had a kitchen but am not sure about location. Anyone care to opine?

Some of the places we’ve stayed over the years for marathon weekend:
All Star - cheap, decent, crowded buses, often noisy,
CBR - not too pricey, not too crowded resort or buses, short bus ride
Boardwalk/Beach/Yacht - convenient, short drive or bus ride, nice walk back after the half and full, close to our favorite parks
Poly - super convenient to monorail, easiest race day transportation, not close to our favorite parks

 

[Neon Cactus]

I've stayed at Art of Animation and Pop Century. I love Pop because of the cost and I'm rarely in my room. Plus their rooms have a lot of USB ports for recharging electronics.

 

[camaker]

Are there resorts to avoid?
I have stayed at POFQ for the weekend and also Poly. I have considered one of the villas so I had a kitchen but am not sure about location. Anyone care to opine?

POFQ is my favorite resort to stay at for race weekends. Its small size means everything is close. Bus stop, boat stop, food court, all are conveniently located. CBR is a close second. I’m not a big fan of the resort‘s size, but the Skyliner makes up for a multitude of sins.

The only place I haven’t enjoyed staying for a race is CSR. The size and the walk required to get something to eat or refill a drink was just not enjoyable. I love it for non-race weekends, though, and find it to be one of the most scenic moderates.