Wilton Pride and Wilton Library are pleased to present the inaugural Come Out & Run 5K on Sunday, September 15, 2024 in Wilton, celebrating PRIDE, diversity, inclusivity, and the spirit of unity in honor of National Coming Out Day in October.
All are welcome to join this community-wide, family-friendly event fostering camaraderie, empowerment, and support for our LGBTQ+ community members and allies. Part 5K and part community party, the event will feature music, festivities, food, flair, prizes, and more.
“Come Out & Run is truly a community collaboration! We envision this event to become a Wilton tradition celebrating our town and all of our residents. The 5K has brought many people together right from the start. We are grateful that so many Wilton businesses and nonprofits are sponsoring and supporting the event – especially Wilton Library for hosting the 5K with Wilton Pride. This event promises to be a community celebration!” said Farah Masani, Founder of Wilton Pride.
“We are honored to work with Wilton Pride and many other community partners on this new event for Wilton, which demonstrates our joint commitment to creating a safe and welcoming environment,” said Caroline Mandler, Executive Director of Wilton Library. “We invite all to join us on September 15, whether you participate in the 5K, or just come by to support!”
To register for the Come Out & Run 5K, please visit https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/Wilton/ComeOutandRun. Runners, walkers, kids, strollers, and leashed dogs are welcome. The registration fee is $25 per person for ages 10 and older. Kids under 10 are free. All participants will receive a cotton t-shirt plus access to digital photos, event festivities, and more.
On September 15, the 5K will start at Wilton Town Green at 9 a.m. All schedule details and key information are outlined on the event website: https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/Wilton/ComeOutandRun.
Awards will be given to the top three overall runners, featuring generous gift baskets from local sponsors.
1st Prize: Ridgefield Running Company Swag & $25 Ridgefield Running Company Gift Card
2nd Prize: Wilton Celebration Basket including swag from Rise Doughnuts, Classically Cate, Blue Star Bazaar & $15 Ridgefield Running Company Gift Card
3rd Prize: Wilton Farmers’ Market Basket & $10 Ridgefield Running Company Gift Card
Pride Best Dressed Contest:
Dress To Impress! Prizes will be awarded in the following categories:
Best Embodiment of PRIDE: $15 Ridgefield Running Company Gift Card
Best Use of Color: $15 Ridgefield Running Company Gift Card
Most Creative Use of Flair: $15 Ridgefield Running Company Gift Card.
The Come Out & Run 5K is made possible in part by the generous support of community partners and sponsors ASML, Burn Boot Camp, GOOD Morning Wilton, Mecha, Ridgefield Running Company, Riverbrook Regional YMCA, Wilton Chamber of Commerce, Wilton Historical Society, and Wilton Youth Council. The logo was designed by Wilton resident, Michelle Shia, and shirts are being printed by Wilton business @szeizetheday,
For more information, please visit the event website at https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/Wilton/ComeOutandRun, visit Wilton Pride at https://www.wiltonpride.org/, or contact Farah Masani at info@wiltonpride.org or (512) 431-1515.