Whispers Through the City: The Impact Race
New York City is about to become part of the story.
Whispers Through the City: The Impact Race is an immersive, story-driven experience that takes teams across NYC through creative challenges, reflections, iconic locations, bookstores, hidden gems, and unforgettable moments inspired by storytelling, connection, and community.
This is not about winning.
It’s about:
the conversations you didn’t expect to have
the moments that catch your team off guard
the stories you carry into the city
and the ones you leave carrying afterward
Throughout the experience, your team will:
upload photos and videos
complete interactive challenges
move through different chapters of the city
and contribute to the final montage showcased Saturday night
Every chapter builds toward something bigger.
Your Story Passport begins here.
Before You Begin
Please come prepared with:
Comfortable walking shoes
A fully charged phone
Portable charger/power bank
Water
Comfortable clothing for walking throughout NYC
Internet/data access
Your creativity
An open mind
Optional but encouraged:
Props/costumes for fun challenge moments
Earbuds/headphones
Notebook or journal
Important Notes
Some challenges involve photo and video uploads
Teams will move throughout different parts of Manhattan
Public transit, walking, and rideshare may all be used
Most importantly: stay present and enjoy the experience
Photo & Video Consent
By participating in Whispers Through the City: The Impact Race, you acknowledge and agree that Stories & Sweets, its partners, sponsors, and event organizers may capture photographs, video recordings, and other media during the event.
You grant permission for your image, likeness, voice, and submitted content to be used, without compensation, for promotional, marketing, educational, editorial, and archival purposes. This may include use on websites, social media platforms, newsletters, presentations, event recaps, promotional materials, and future event marketing.
If you upload photos as part of the race activities, you confirm that you have the right to share those images and grant Stories & Sweets permission to use them in connection with the event.
Participation in the event constitutes your consent to these terms.