(Jan. 4-7, 2018): The 25th annual Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend presented by Cigna, ranks among the nation’s most popular destination races, growing from 8,200 runners in 1994 to more than 100,000 athletes and spectators expected at the event this year. More than 25,000 runners participated in the 26.2-mile Walt Disney World Marathon, enjoying signature Disney entertainment and characters along the course throughout Magic Kingdom Park, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney’s Hoppywood Studios and Epcot.