Hi Amanda! I am so excited for the Expedition Everest Challenge! I am running it with one son,and my other is running with my sister-in-law! I think it's going to be a lot of fun!
Because both of the races begin in the same parking lot of Animal Kingdom, I think you will have plenty of time to see your kids race and be at the start for the 5K. I even emailed my contact with runDisney to confirm that. This race is much more laid-back and less crowded than other runDisney races, so I wouldn't stress about it. I am copying the schedule below for you:
runDisney Kids' Races
Saturday, May 5, 2012
8:30 p.m.
Butterfly Parking Lot
Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
Expedition Everest Challenge
Saturday, May 5, 2012
9:30 p.m.
Butterfly Parking Lot
Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park
Your kids will love taking part in the races and getting their special medals! Good luck and see you at the race!