Orlando Event
runDisney Springtime Surprise Weekend 2027 | Stay 10 Min from Disney
runDisney's Springtime Surprise Weekend is the third of runDisney's three annual weekends at Walt Disney World, timed to coincide with the peak of EPCOT's International Flower & Garden Festival. The weekend traditionally features a 5K, 10K, and a longer signature distance — with the "surprise" being the exact theme and course reveals runDisney holds until closer to race day.
Parkside Retreat makes a great base for Springtime Surprise weekend. Our 6-bedroom home sleeps up to 14 — ideal for running groups traveling together and families combining race weekend with a spring Disney vacation. Recover in the private pool after your race, prep group dinners in the full kitchen, and celebrate at EPCOT's Flower & Garden Festival between race days. We're just 10 minutes from Walt Disney World, close enough for early race starts, with far more space than a resort hotel could offer.
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Your Home Base
Stay at Parkside Retreat
- 6-bedroom villa, sleeps up to 14 guests
- Private heated pool & spa
- Game room with arcade machines
- Full kitchen & laundry facilities
- 10 min to Disney, 12 min to ESPN Complex
The Real Cost of a Hotel vs. One Comfortable Home
Hotels look cheaper at first - until you factor in multiple rooms, fees (parking, resort fee, etc), and limited space. Our home offers room to relax, amenities you'll actually use, and a better overall value.
July 2026
The Real Comparison
Hotels charge per room. You'd need 2-5 rooms to match our guest capacity.
Your Savings
$698+
per night vs. 3 hotel rooms
Guest Experiences
The host was wonderful and so responsive! The home add everything we could possibly need and more! We went for universal with a group of family and everyone had something to do!
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