Bespoke Race Celebrating Health, Wellness, and Community – Produced By NYCRUNS – Delivered a Unique Runner Journey for Fans
NYCRUNS Provided Team Gunna with Event Expertise, Operational Execution, Technical Services, and Communications Support for Race
Brooklyn, NYC (September 10, 2025) – Brooklyn was running with Gunna this past Wednesday, September 3, when the multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated recording artist hosted a special 5K race in Prospect Park, Produced By NYCRUNS.
“It was great partnering with Team Gunna and pulling our talent, industry knowledge, and resources together to produce this amazing race on our home turf in Brooklyn,” said Steve Lastoe, Founding CEO of NYCRUNS, the Brooklyn-based running organization that produces two dozen races year-round, including the flagship NYCRUNS Brooklyn Experience Half Marathon, one of the largest half marathons in the nation.
Lastoe continued, “In just under a month this went from an idea to reality. From the pop-up registration that reached capacity in a few hours to the 5K race with Gunna leading the way, everyone walked off inspired by the event’s upbeat vibe. We’re excited to continue working with clients who understand how a running event tailored to their needs can positively impact their brand.”
NYCRUNS provides event expertise, operational execution, and technical services to businesses, brands, and high-profile individuals looking to host bespoke running events through its Produced By NYCRUNS service.
NYCRUNS provided a complete suite of services to Team Gunna for the Wunna Run 5K, including event planning and consulting, race direction and staffing, equipment, runner registration and communication, timing and scoring, media operations, VIP services, sponsor coordination, and more.
Other Produced By NYCRUNS events have included The Empire State Building Run-Up, The Yonkers Marathon & Half Marathon, Walk The Talk for The World Health Organization, the New York Jets Turkey Trot, and the Brooklyn Cyclones Coney Island Classic.
For more information on Produced By NYCRUNS, visit nycruns.com.
