Disney World for Adults 2011

2011 is looking to be a fun year for adults at Walt Disney World! There's a little something for everyone -- the foodie, the gardener, the runner, and the geek (well, that's all of us, right?)

Festivals and Special Events

A host of special events will take place during the spring, summer and fall months this year.

The Epcot Flower & Garden Festival is scheduled for March 2-May 15, where you can make your thumb a little greener, or just admire the beautiful Disney topiaries.

ESPN The Weekend will take place March 3-6 at Hollywood Studios -- your chance to meet some of your favorite sports stars! Learn more about the weekend's events here.

Star Wars Weekends are typically held in May and June at Hollywood Studios, though exact dates are TBA.

And the much-anticipated Epcot Food & Wine Festival will return September 30- November 15. Visit Disney Food Blog for full coverage of 2010's events -- it's a good idea of what you can expect for 2011.

Holiday Events

It's not too early to begin planning for your fall and holiday travel to Disney World.

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party will return in September and October.

And in November and December, you can look forward to the return of Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom, Osbourne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Hollywood Studios and Holidays Around the World at Epcot.

Running

If you're a runner, there's a host of events throughout the year:

Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend -- January 6-9
Disney's Princess Half Marathon Weekend -- February 25-27
Champion 5K at ESPN The Weekend -- March 5
Walt Disney World Expedition Everest Challenge -- May 7
Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon Weekend -- Sept 30-Oct 1

So go ahead, get training! Learn more and sign up here.

Planning Ahead

With all these great events in mind, go ahead and start saving up and planning! if you're like me and always looking to save a buck, then our Disney World Discounts and Budgeting Guide should be right up your alley.

Check out our General Planning Guide and General Planning Forum to get started. Zero in on your hotel stay of choice with our Guide to Accommodations and the Hotels and Accommocations Forum.

And decide on your upcoming Disney food and nightlife experiences with our Dining Forum, our guide on what's open late at Disney World, and our list of top beer spots at Disney World!

See you at Disney World in 2011!