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Gemstone Sparkle Sprint 5k

Name: Gemstone Sparkle Sprint 5k
Start: 2026-10-10
End: 2026-10-10
Location: Wilton

Wilton, United States • 10 Oct 2026

Gemstone Sparkle Sprint 5k : Wilton, CT

The Gemstone Sparkle Sprint is scheduled for October 10, 2026, at 144 Huckleberry Hill Rd, Wilton, Connecticut. The event includes a trail 5K and an accessible short run/walk on the farm property, which features orchard, lake, and trail areas. The event is presented in partnership with the Prospector Theater, CT Run Co., and Brooks, and it supports the Prospectors' mission to create meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

Participant tickets for the timed trail event include an event T-shirt, food, beverage, entertainment, and full access to explore the farm grounds. A spectator ticket option provides the same access to grounds, food, beverage, and entertainment without race entry. Multiple sponsor levels are offered, with benefits that range from race entries to logo placement and on-site recognition.

Distances

3.1 miles Sparkle Sprinter Trail 5K
about 0.75 mile Sparkle Stroller accessible run/walk

Registration windows and fees are set for each event and ticket type. The event description and ticket details note a family-friendly outdoor setting with trail and paved sections on the property. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Connecticut Wilton

Race information

Registration

5 km

Sparkle Sprinter- Trail 5k

Sparkle Stroller (accessible .75 Run/walk)

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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