Hi Brianna, thanks for bringing your question to planDisney. I'm excited to hear that you're taking on the fairest challenge of them all, the
Disney Princess Fairytale Challenge!
Princess Half Marathon Weekend hasn't historically had an after-hours party for athletes, like the Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend. The details for this year's
Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend haven't been released yet, but it usually has an after-hours party included in your race fee for half marathon and challenge athletes (and anyone not participating, like your significant other, could purchase a ticket).
I checked the Princess Half Marathon Weekend website and, while there isn't an after-hours party, there is a
Disney Princess Yoga event the morning after the half marathon. I participated in a runDisney yoga event during the Disneyland Half Marathon Weekend last year and being in one of the theme parks before it opened was extra magical! Disney Princess Yoga is currently sold out, but keep checking the website in case more spots open up.
Now, completing a runDisney challenge is a huge accomplishment! Here are some suggestions for how you might celebrate finishing those 19.3 miles. Some of these might be already booked for your dates, but I’ve had good luck checking for cancellations on the days leading up to my trip.
Disney After Hours: There’s a
Disney After Hours event the night after the half marathon where you can enjoy lower crowds at
Magic Kingdom while snacking on included treats. I'm always too tired from all the early mornings to make it to the end of the Wine & Dine after-hours party, so catching up on sleep the night of the half marathon and attending the after-hours event on Monday night would be perfect!
Fireworks Cruise and Dessert Party: After running 19.3 miles, it’s nice to get off your feet for a bit! You might enjoy the
Magic Kingdom Fireworks Dessert Parties: Seats & Sweets (where you can indulge in delicious desserts and watch
Happily Ever After from
Tomorrowland Terrace). Or, for a more unique and intimate way to watch the nighttime spectaculars, I also love the
Fireworks Cruises.
Signature Dining: When I’m celebrating something special, there’s nothing better than yummy food and fireworks! Some of my favorites are
California Grill at the
Contemporary and
Narcoossee's at the
Grand Floridian, which check both boxes!
I hope this helps with your post-race celebration. Remember, every mile is magic, even in those last winter long runs!
JoAnna