Overview shot of ship and sea; Castaway Cay
  • On Jan 12, 2024
    Candace from VA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    For the Castaway Cay 5k, is there a minimum age of participation? I’m finding conflicting information online. Also, since it isn’t a set start time, would one member of our group be able to bike ride with us as we ran or would that be disruptive? TY

    Hey there Candace and welcome to planDisney. Can you believe, in just over two months, you will be at Disney Castaway Cay: the "practically perfect in every way" paradise where you will be splashing around in beautiful water and burying your feet in the sand in two months? 

    This is the most up-to-date information related to Disney Castaway Cay 5K minimum age.

    • The Disney Castaway Cay 5K is an activity available for Guests 10 years of age and above. For Guest’s safety, baby joggers, strollers, baby carriers, baby backpacks, inline skates, motorized scooters, bicycles, skateboards, canes, crutches, walkers, walking sticks, and animals of any kind are prohibited from the course. Please know that Guests who violate the above rules will be asked to leave the course.
    We always have a member(s) of our party who do not run the 5K every time we drop anchor on Disney Castaway Cay. The person(s) not running go out early with the runners and get beach chairs, hopefully near umbrellas, as well as some refreshments. We decide ahead of time where on the beach we want to meet and once the runners complete the race and get their special medals, they meet us at the chairs. Afterward, we head out for a Pelican Plunge, a ride on Aqua Trikes, or a bite at Cookie's BBQ.

    planDisney Pro Tip: For the 5k people, running down the airstrip can be a blast furnace depending on the time of day and the month. The earlier you disembark your Disney Cruise Line ship for the day at Disney Castaway Cay, the cooler it is, and the more spots for your family to choose from on the beach.

    Candace, close your eyes. Imagine that line where the sky meets the sea... it calls you. You will have the best time. Please write me back directly with any follow-up questions.

    Enjoy making many Magical Memories on the High Seas.

    ~Jason
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Meet the Panelist: Jason, Georgia

I am a father and orthodontist who loves the hidden treasures found on Disney vacations. For over a decade, my wife and I have raised our two sons on Disney Cruise Line, Adventures By Disney, and Disney Theme Parks on both coasts. From large group and multigeneration family vacations to adult trips and couples getaways, I am excited to share my years of pixie-dust-covered experiences with you while planning your Disney vacation. Let the lifelong magical memories ... begin! Learn More About Jason

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