Over 1,500 participants from diverse communities, families, and sport writers came together at Nuanu Creative City for this year’s 5K Fun Run, celebrating a renewed spirit of Fun and Fair for Everyone. With no podiums and no competition, the event focused purely on joy, togetherness, and celebration of movement.

Surrounded by public art installations and natural landscapes as backdrop, runners encountered countless memorable moments throughout the route - each step worthy of a snapshot. The event was filled with colorful, creative costumes inspired by movie characters, superheroes, and local culture, turning the course into a lively parade of laughter and energy.

Embodying the Fun and Fair for Everyone spirit, Nuanu also hosted a series of games and door prizes open to all participants without limitations. From kids to adults, everyone had an equal chance to play, win, and celebrate wellness through movements.

Beyond the run, participants enjoyed a variety of activities across Nuanu — from f&b stalls to recovery corners and interactive photo spots, where many stopped to capture memories together. The vibrant community atmosphere came alive with music, laughter, and joy that carried through from start to finish.

As part of its social commitment, Nuanu donated 5% of ticket sales through the Nuanu Social Fund (NSF) to support community empowerment programs around Tabanan. “It’s pure joy to see Nuanu filled with smiles, laughter, and a bit of exhaustion from the run — that means another day well spent in Nuanu,” said Ida Ayu Astari Prada, Brand & Communications Director of Nuanu Creative City. “It’s our vision for Nuanu to be a place where walking and running feel comfortable, while reminding everyone that each step leaves a positive footprint for social empowerment.”

in the world. Nuanu is a one-of-a-kind destination that hosts meaningful, curated, and fun events in Bali. As Tabanan Regency grows and finds its own rhythm, Nuanu stands as its creative city — fueling its community with creativity and vibrancy, and welcoming the most creative minds to connect and collaborate.

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Last year, more than 1,000 runners joined Nuanu Creative City’s running event, showing up in their best costumes with family and friends. This year, the excitement returns as people once again come together to celebrate movement in Bali’s most inspiring running destination. With art installations and natural landscapes as the backdrop, runners will find countless moments worth capturing along the trail.

This year’s event brings something new: no podiums, no competition — just pure fun. By removing rankings, the 5K Fun Run introduces a Fun and Fair spirit for everyone. Communities are encouraged to run, relax, and enjoy the day together. Across Nuanu, participants can explore various activities — from food stalls and recovery corners to interactive photo spots. And, of course, there will be exciting door prizes for runners to make the day even more rewarding.

At Nuanu, every event carries a positive impact. Five percent of ticket proceeds will go to the Nuanu Social Fund (NSF), which supports social empowerment projects in surrounding communities. “This is what defines us,” said Ida Ayu Astari Prada, Brand & Communications Director of Nuanu Creative City. “Contribution, community learning, and social empowerment are what make Nuanu a meaningful place for everyone who is a part of it.”

Nuanu Fun Run is an annual event celebrating movement as a lifestyle, not just a trend. Its sister event, Nuanu Run, also takes place annually and caters to seasoned and professional runners with a 21K race through entirely different settings. Come join us as the registration is still open: https://nuanu.com/events/nuanu-fun-run. Remember to bring your loved ones and wear the best costume to win the prizes!

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If you live in or regularly visit Bali, you’ve likely heard about this remarkable fighting event that has been trailblazing cancer research since 2022. 40 fighters across over 30 gyms will gather at Nuanu, competing to prove that combat sports can drive real social impact. This year, Nuanu is honored to become the center of this initiative, further solidifying the creative city’s mission to drive positive change across Greater Bali. Fight for a Cure is an initiative founded by Kai Suteja—a two-time cancer survivor and a prominent youth figure in Bali—who is on a mission to give back to those affected by the illness.

“Sometimes what’s most important for us is the opportunity to show how much we love giving back to our community. Fight for a Cure is an incredible initiative led by Kai, and we’re beyond happy to contribute in any way we can,” said Lev Kroll, CEO of Nuanu Creative City. “At Nuanu, we always strive to combine entertainment with purpose. These are often seen as separate worlds, but we’re proving they can coexist, and we’re excited to see Nuanu become the centerstage for meaningful events like this particular one.”

Apart from providing the space where good things happen, the Nuanu Social Fund (NSF) has also contributed to this impactful initiative. Through NSF, Nuanu donated Rp45,000,000 to help facilitate cancer research efforts, joining other brands that share the same commitment to building resilient communities across Bali.

“There’s always room for collaboration, and it goes far beyond brand partnerships. Nuanu is, and always will be, open to all kinds of impact-driven initiatives like the one led by Germ Cell,” said Ida Ayu Astari Prada, Brand & Communications Director, Nuanu Creative City. “Our foundation, the Nuanu Social Fund (NSF), is always ready to support meaningful projects and we welcome anyone, from Bali and beyond, to submit their own initiatives that create real impact. Every human being has the right to access healthcare, and in this case, cancer care. Fight for a Cure is helping make that possible through the incredible support of the Bali community, and for that, we’re deeply grateful.”

Since its founding in 2022, Germ Cell—initatied by Kai Suteja, a youth figure with Balinese heritage—has been collaborating with Chris O’Brien Lifehouse—a world-leading cancer research institute—and Dr. Alexander, a specialist in brain cancer research using advanced technology. It has raised over Rp1.1 billion since it was founded and will keep increasing over time with a mission to save lives. As a creative city built to celebrate creativity, collaboration, and life itself, Nuanu continues to grow as a community for communities, empowering initiatives that create lasting impact for Bali and beyond.

“I’ve fought cancer not once, but twice, and this journey has not been easy and this is exactly why we’re doing this at Germ Cell,” said Kai Suteja, Founder of Germ Cell. “I’m deeply grateful to everyone who has joined Germ Cell’s mission and to Nuanu for hosting such a meaningful event. Together as a community in Bali, we’ll continue to do good—proving that fighting isn’t just about competition, but about standing up for a greater cause.”

Fight for a Cure took place at Block42, Nuanu Creative City, on 11 October 2025, starting from 16.00 WITA. The event invites everyone to witness over 30 gyms from across Bali coming together to fight for those in need.