runDisney making changes to 2020 Walt Disney World Marathon

A change to the start time and running course will take place during the 2020 Walt Disney World Marathon, runDisney announced.

The marathon, which takes place during the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend, Jan 8-12, 2020, will have participants spending less time on the roads outside and more time in Epcot and running through Blizzard Beach Water Park.

The marathon will start at 5 a.m. instead of 5:30 a.m.

There will also be a new outdoor exclusive area where runners will be able to take photos, pick up their gear, stretch and recover.

For spectators, ChEAR Squad packages will offer access to the finish line, a popular Magic Kingdom viewing location, and other amenities, but will not include access to the open-air runner experience.