The city of Manila became the epicenter of one of the biggest running events of the year as celebrities, athletes, and fitness enthusiasts gathered for the historic first-ever Sparkle Run 2026 on May 30.
Spearheaded by GMA Network and Sparkle GMA Artist Center in collaboration with premier race organizer RUNRIO, the event brought together some of the biggest names in show business and rising stars at the Quirino Grandstand for a celebration of fitness and healthy living.
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Thousands of participants woke up early to take on five race categories — 16KM, 10KM, 6.6KM, 5KM, and 3KM — making the event a memorable showcase of determination, camaraderie, and wellness.
Want to know which stars suited up for the inaugural Sparkle Run? Check them out in this gallery!
Kapuso Primetime Princess Barbie Forteza is all smiles as she gears up to claim her medal in the 10KM category of the first-ever Sparkle Run.
Pambansang Ginoo David Licauco got his dose of dopamine after successfully completing the 10 KM category.
Asia's Multimedia Star Alden Richards poses for the camera alongside Sparkle GMA Artist Center First Vice President Joy Marcelo.
Kapuso actress Kris Bernal grants an interview before taking on the race route.
Triathlete and actor Kristoffer Martin beams with pride after completing the 16KM category and earning his hard-earned medal.
Sparkle host Martin Javier enjoys a quick chat with RUNRIO founder Rio de la Cruz during the event.
South Korean actor Kim Ji Soo starts his day on an active note as he joins the Sparkle Run festivities.
Heartthrobs Gil Cuerva and Brent Valdez were present to support Sparkle's first-ever running event
'Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0' housemates Sofia Pablo, Ashley Sarmiento, Clifford, and Marco Masa took on the 3KM category for fun and easy run on May 30. xx Source:
Versatile actress Bianca King, Inah de Belen pose for a photo with Inah's boyfriend 'Pepito Manaloto,' actor Jake Vargas.
The Master Cutter' actress Charlie Fleming was full of energy as she chatted with the GMA News team before the race.
'Bubble Gang' comedienne Cheska Fausto is ready to hit the track and explore Manila while taking on the race route.'Bubble Gang' comedienne Cheska Fausto is ready to hit the track and explore Manila while taking on the race route.
Moreno heartthrobs Royce Cabrera and Ralph Miaco are ready to dash toward the finish line.
AZ Martinez opted for a chic all-white OOTD for the Sparkle Run and was also spotted posing for a photo with Elijah Alejo.
Lexi Gonzales is more than ready to take on the race route. She currently stars in the GMA Prime series 'Taskforce Firewall.'
Betong Sumaya and Hannah Arguelles hosted the kick-off ceremony for the 16KM category, helping energize runners before the race.
Popular actor and model Dustin Yu was among the celebrities most eagerly awaited by fans. In fact, his name trended on X as supporters flooded the platfrom with messages of encouragement and excitement.
Kapuso star Dingdong Dantes with 'The Master Cutter' co-star Charlie Fleming at the Sparkle Run 2026.
Sparkle star and 'Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre' actor Jon Lucas also took on the Sparkle Run challenge.
Aside from Kris Bernal, 'House of Lies' star Martin del Rosario also participated in the Sparkle Run 2026 event.
Sparkle star Allen Ansay ready to race and take on the challenge of finishing the event.
Taking time off from his drama series 'Apoy sa Dugo', Derrick Monasterio is seen here showing his Sparkle Run 2026 finisher medal.
'Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0' former housemate Princess Aliyah is so proud to have finished the Sparkle Run.
'Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition' Big Winner Mika Salamanca was also present at the Sparkle Run.
Will Ashley and Vince Maristela with fellow 'PBB Celebrity Collab' ex-housemates on the Sparkle Run 2026 stage.
Former housemate and 'The Secrets of Hotel 88' star Josh Ford is a proud race finisher.
Aside from running in the race, Regine Tolentino was also in charge of the warm-up exercises for the 10K runners.
'Born to Shine' star Olive May finished the run with her friend, Ashley Sarmiento.
'The Master Cutter' actor Prince Carlos together with Sparkle star Gil Cuerva.
'The Master Cutter' child star Sienna Stevens with co-star Charlie Flemming.
Nicole Baker, who plays Mikay in 'Apoy sa Dugo', and Meg Montgomery, who plays the young Isa Cervnates, also participated in the Sparkle Run.
Sparkle star Hannah Arguelles not only joined the run, she also hosted the event together with 'Bubble Gang' mainstay Betong Sumaya.
Angel Cadao, who played the role of Ashley in 'House of Lies', attends the event not as a runner, but as a performer and member of Dollipop.
Student-athlete and actor Mad Ramos showed off his athleticism when he joined the first-ever Sparkle Run.