Gemstone Sparkle Sprint 5k 2026
- Date
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (New York)
- Location
- Wilton, Connecticut
- Entry fee
- From $30
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amethyst Sponsor $1,000 | – | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $951.43 | – |
| Champion Sponsor $5,000 | – | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $4806.73 | – |
| Pink Diamond Sponsor $10,000 (2 Exclusive Opportunities) | – | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $9614.42 | – |
| Sapphire Sponsor $500 | – | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $475.24 | – |
| Sparkle Spectator | – | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $30 | – |
| Sparkle Sprinter- Trail 5K | 5K | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $50 | – |
| Trailblazer Sponsor $2,500 | – | Oct 10, 20269:00 AM | $2402.88 | – |
| Sparkle Stroller (Accessible .75 Run/Walk) | 1 Mile | Oct 10, 20269:15 AM | $45 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- Amethyst Sponsor $1,000: $951.43 until Sep 29.
- Champion Sponsor $5,000: $4806.73 until Sep 29.
- Pink Diamond Sponsor $10,000 (2 Exclusive Opportunities): $9614.42 until Sep 29.
- Sapphire Sponsor $500: $475.24 until Sep 29.
Online registration closes Sep 29, 2026, unless the race fills first.
How the price compares
At $50, entry is about 47 percent above a typical 5K in Connecticut, which costs $34 right now.
What a typical finish looks like
A typical finisher at a 5K in Wilton runs 34:42, about 11:10 a mile, based on 5 races with published results. Women typically finish in 37:56 and men in 30:45.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:58 AM, and the Amethyst Sponsor $1,000 starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 390 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
144 Huckleberry Hill Rd, Wilton, CT 06897
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
2025 results
All resultsGemstone Sparkle Sprint Trail 5K
1 Mile Accessible Run
Aggregated from official results (Fast Track Timing LLC) for Gemstone Sparkle Sprint 5k. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
How fast do you need to be at Gemstone Sparkle Sprint 5k?
At the 2025 Gemstone Sparkle Sprint Trail 5K, the fastest tenth finished in 31:14 or better, the top quarter in 35:51, and half the field in 45:03; the last tenth came in after 1:10:37.
At the 2025 1 Mile Accessible Run, the fastest tenth finished in 9:02 or better, the top quarter in 12:26, and half the field in 15:13; the last tenth came in after 19:05.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| Under 20 | 45:03 | 35:11 |
| 20-29 | 27:55 | 58:23 |
| 30-39 | 34:40 | 35:07 |
| 40-49 | 34:32 | n/a |
| 50-59 | 34:41 | 37:57 |
| 60-69 | 35:52 | 35:23 |
| 70+ | 1:06:23 | n/a |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
What would my time get me?
Where a finish time would have placed in 2025.
How fast is it?
Slower than most Connecticut 5Ks
The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 35:51, against 27:02 in a typical Connecticut 5K, so times here run 33 percent slower.
Compares the fastest quarter of each field, so walkers and first-timers do not skew it. It reflects the course and the field together: a flat course, cool weather, or a competitive crowd all make times faster.
Typical race-day weather
Around October 10 the day usually runs from 51°F at dawn to 66°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 20% of days. Cold snaps dip to 42°F and hot years reach 75°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 144 Huckleberry Hill Rd, Wilton, CT 06897Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 390 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- 1 Mile, 5K
- Editions
- 2026 (Oct 10, 2026), 2025 (Oct 11, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Gemstone Sparkle Sprint 5k?
- Saturday, October 10, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $30 before processing fees.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Sep 29, 2026, unless the race fills first.
- Is the entry fee high for Connecticut?
- At $50, entry is about 47 percent above a typical 5K in Connecticut, which costs $34 right now.
- Do runners get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances can I run?
- 1 Mile, 5K.
- How big is it, and how fast?
- In 2025, 121 runners finished the Gemstone Sparkle Sprint Trail 5K; the median finish was 45:03 and the winner ran 25:15.
- Is it a fast course?
- The fastest quarter of the 2025 5K field finished under 35:51, against 27:02 in a typical Connecticut 5K, so times here run 33 percent slower.
- Where does it start?
- 144 Huckleberry Hill Rd, Wilton, CT 06897.
From the organizers
✨ Run. Roll. Walk. Celebrate. SPARKLE.
Experience one of the most unique 5K events on the 150-acre private Gemstone Farm in Wilton, CT.
Whether you're chasing a personal best, walking with friends and family, or simply looking for a memorable fall morning, the Gemstone Sparkle Sprint offers scenic trails, live music, a post-race celebration, and an unforgettable experience, all while supporting The Prospector's mission of creating meaningful employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
Your Registration Includes:
🏃 Professionally timed by Fast Track Timing
👕 Official Brooks Sparkle Sprint race shirt
🏅 Custom finisher medal
🌭 Chez Lenard hot dogs & refreshments after the race
🎶 Live music by DJ Awesome (CeCe Harrington) and Rich Minor of 98Q