Direct from the runDisney, NEW race costume policies in effect as of January 6, 2014. Note, guidelines affect length of costumes, props, “weapons” and objects which might strike another guest. If you are participating in ANY runDisney event and like to wear themed race attire, review. Granted, they could have put this out last week before people were traveling to Marathon Weekend, but it is what it is. Don’t despair, some of the best costumes are the simplest and just plain old running clothes are good too at any runDisney race!
From runDisney Blog:
Costumes
Disney reserves the right to deny admission to or remove any person wearing attire that is considered inappropriate or attire that could detract from the experience of other Guests. All participants and their Guests may dress as their favorite character, but must follow these guidelines as determined solely by Disney.
- Costumes must be family-friendly and may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable or violent.
- Guests who dress like Characters may not pose for pictures or sign autographs for other Guests.
- Costumes may not contain any weapons that resemble or could easily be mistaken for an actual weapon.
- Costumes may not contain sharp objects, pointed objects or materials that may accidentally strike another Guest.
- For runDisney participants ages 13 and under:
- Costumes and some masks may be worn, as long the mask does not cover the entire face and eyes are visible.
- For runDisney participants ages 14 and older:
- Layered costumes, that could conceal prohibited items, are not permitted (e.g. Jedi robes).
- Costume props, including those that surround the entire body (e.g. Death Star, UP House) are not permitted.
- Costumes may not reach or drag on the ground. (e.g. full-length Princess dresses)
- Capes may be worn if the length does not go below the waist.
- Themed T-shirts, blouses, sweatshirts, and hats are acceptable.
- Acceptable accessories include: transparent wings, plastic light sabers, toy swords, and tutus. Headwear may be worn as long as it does not cover the face.
- Guests may not wear masks of any kind.
Please note that while costumed attire may be worn during runDisney events, Guests 14 and older are not permitted to wear costumed attire in the theme parks. As a result, Guests may need to change their attire prior to visiting the parks after participating in a runDisney race.
Guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry into, and/or removed from, a race or any race related event/activity unless his or her costume can be modified to meet the above standards.
Safety Reminders
- All runners, Guests, costumes, and bags are subject to screening prior to entering the event staging areas.
- Weapons of any kind, or objects that appear to be actual weapons, including toy guns, are not allowed for any participants.
- See Costume guidelines for examples of acceptable toy accessories.
- For everyone’s safety, selfie sticks, baby joggers, strollers, baby carriers, baby backpacks, skates, scooters, bicycles, skateboards, canes, crutches, walkers, walking sticks, and animals of any kind are prohibited from the course. Violators will be removed from the course and transported to the finish line area.
- Headphones are discouraged due to audio messages that are placed throughout the course to ensure runner safety.
- runDisney can offer human guides to assist registered participants with disabilities. Please contact run[email protected], no later than 90 days in advance of the event.
Please review the appropriate park rules for further details:
- Walt Disney World® Resort Park Rules
- Disneyland® Resort Park Rules
- Disneyland® Paris Resort Park Rules
Does this new policy affect YOUR planned race attire for 2016?
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Thanks for sharing this. It’s a bummer to release it so close to a race. The biggest change / hindrance I see is the “layered costumes” / props like death star. I love simple costume, but what’s not simple about a Jedi? I can understand where they’re coming with all of this, but the layered one is the oddest inclusion to me, and given the film just came out, that may be one that gets a lot of enforcement this weekend.
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