Virtual Queue details for runDisney Merchandise Shop at the Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend

Oct 12, 2023 in "Disney Wine and Dine Half Marathon Weekend"

Posted: Thursday October 12, 2023 10:00am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

On November 2, 2023, a virtual queue will open for the runDisney Merchandise Shop at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex as part of the 2023 Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend.

Attendees looking to purchase event weekend merchandise on the first day of the Expo will be asked to join a virtual queue.

How to Join the Virtual Queue

In order to use the virtual queue on day one of the runDisney Health & Fitness Expo, you’ll need to download the My Disney Experience app and ensure location services are turned on.

  • Step 1: Open the My Disney Experience app and navigate to the Virtual Queue section on the home screen.

  • Step 2: Select “Join Virtual Queue” on the My Queues screen and then select “runDisney Merchandise Shop.” Guests can request to join the virtual queue at 8:30 AM Eastern Time on November 2, 2023.

  • Step 3: Select the number of Guests (up to 6 people total) in your shopping party. Select “Join Virtual Queue” once more. Note: All members of your shopping party must be added to your My Disney Experience Friends & Family list prior to joining the virtual queue.

  • Step 4: If there are open spots in the virtual queue, you’ll see a confirmation screen with both a QR code and an estimated wait time. Your estimated wait time will be based on the Expo opening time of 10:00 AM Eastern Time.

  • Step 5: You’ll receive a push notification directly to your mobile device when your group is ready to return. This push notification will also present you with a link to your digital entry code. Once received, you will have one hour to arrive at the AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

  • Step 6: Upon your arrival, follow the signs to the check-in area and prepare to show the Cast Member your digital entry code, MagicBand, MagicBand+ or Disney MagicMobile pass.

Important Information

  • Gold and Platinum Club runDisney Members do not need to join the virtual queue to access their early shopping windows during the first day of the Expo.
  • Guests can join the virtual queue from their hotel room or home, up to approximately 45 miles away from Walt Disney World Resort.
  • Each Guest enrolled will receive a digital entry code to present for entry. If you are unable to find your digital entry code, you can locate it by going to the 3-line hamburger icon in the app (?) and selecting “Virtual Queues.” From here, you will be able to access your digital entry code.
  • The virtual queue is only needed for the runDisney Merchandise Shop on Thursday, November 2, 2023.
  • Merchandise is subject to availability and inventory may sell out.
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OG Runner3 days ago

Working or Vacationing?

surfsupdon4 days ago

I had a very good registration experience. I joined the queue at about 9:50a and was registered by 10:30. At that point, the 10k was sold out. What happened for you? (I know it can be horrendous!)

Rose&Crown4 days ago

Got into the half. Registration was the normal horrible experience lol. See yall in a month for marathon sign up.

Rteetz5 days ago

All 3 here...

surfsupdon5 days ago

I just finished and am in for the HALF!

Surferboy5675 days ago

Not planned but in for the challenge on a whim.

surfsupdon5 days ago

Good luck today- let us all get what we are looking to run!!

LAKid5310 days ago

I hopefully will be in the UK for a month.

DznyGrlSD10 days ago

I should hopefully be on the Destiny during w/d

Rteetz12 days ago

Challenge for me.

surfsupdon12 days ago

In one week I will be signing up for my Half. Anyone else??

Rteetz12 days ago

Club registration started today. Pre purchase merchandise shows no inkling of the 10th anniversary of the challenge which is weird for runDisney.

surfsupdon14 days ago

Funny, but it's not the way for ME to get one booked.

Sirwalterraleigh26 days ago

Is this a way to get the $80 buffets booked through “synergy”? 🤔