Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Buffalo, NY

What is a Tunnel To Towers Run & Walk?

• Purpose: The Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk Series was created to honor the heroic life and death of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter (FDNY) who lost his life on September 11, 2001 after strapping on his gear and running through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers.
• Honoring Victims: It honors all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and supports our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of duty!
• Foundation Info: For more information on the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation please visit www.t2t.org.

How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Distance: This is a 5K (3.1 miles).
• Participation: You are welcome to walk or run this event.

Can I get a timing chip?

• Inclusion: Yes, your race fee includes a timing chip which will be available up until September 15th.

Where can I pick up my packet?

• Pre-run Pickup: Thursday, September 17th from 4-8pm at Brighton Fire Hall, 50 Jamaica Rd Tonawanda, NY 14150.
• Second Pickup: Friday, September 18th from 4-8pm at the Bellevue Fire Hall, 511 Como Park Blvd, Cheektowaga.
• Race Day Pickup: Packet pickup on the day of the run will be at Bellevue Fire Company 511 Como Park Boulevard, Cheektowaga.

Can I register the day of the run?

• Same Day Registration: Yes, same day registration and packet pickup will open at 7am on race day.
• Registration Method: No paper registrations will be used, but we will have a QR reader available for signing up through your cell phone.
• Timing Chip Notice: NO TIMING CHIPS will be given after September 15th, so register early.

When does online registration close?

• Chip Timing: Online registration for chip timing will close on Tuesday, September 15th at 11:59pm.
• Non-Chip Timing: Registration for non-chip timing will close promptly at 8:30am on Race Day.

Is there parking available?

• Parking Availability: Parking will be available near the race start.
• Parking Guidance: Volunteers will be on site to direct you to park.
• Prohibited Parking: DO NOT park along Como Park Boulevard. Please follow all parking volunteer instructions.

Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Bib Requirement: Yes, your race bib must be worn on the front of your outermost garment.
• Consequences: Those who run without a bib will be asked to leave the course and will not be allowed to finish.

I am a fast runner. Can I get a front line position?

• Front Corral: Runners predicting a pace faster than 6 minute/mile will be seeded in the front corral (arrive early).

Will water be available?

• Water Stations: Yes, a water station will be available along the route around miles 1 and 2.
• Finish Line: There will be water available at the finish line.

What prizes will be available?

• Awards: We will have overall and age group awards, as well as team prizes.
• Encouragement: We encourage competition between different Emergency Services personnel and military branches.

What can you bring to the event?

• Allowed Items: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted.
• Prohibited Items: Due to safety concerns we do not allow rollerblades or bicycles.

Are dogs allowed on the route?

• Policy: With the exception of service and police dogs, unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the route.

If I have items I don’t want to carry?

• Storage Advice: Please leave all personal items and valuables in your vehicle.
• Responsibility: All items should be stored securely at the owner's risk.

Does my registration fee count towards my fundraising goal?

• Fee Exclusion: No, your registration fee does not count toward the fundraising goal on RunSignup.

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• Packet Pickup: Yes, they must present a copy of your registration receipt.

Can I still donate to a team and/or individual after the start of the race?

• Donation Period: Yes. Donations will be accepted for 6 weeks after the event.

How can my company/organization sponsor this event?

• Contact: Please send all sponsorship correspondence to buffalony@t2t.org with your contact information.

I would like to donate goods or services to this event.

• Contact Info: Please contact us at buffalony@t2t.org.

As a participant, can I fundraise/encourage others to donate?

• Fundraising Page: Once you are registered, you will be given directions to start your own fundraising page on RunSignup.
• Offline Donations: For cash or check, please send donations directly to Tunnel to Towers Foundation.

Can I transfer my registration to another participant?

• Transfer Policy: Yes, but this must be done before online registration closes on Tuesday, September 15th.
• Morning Transfers: Please speak with a member of the Stephen’s Squad organizing team.

How can I volunteer?

• Volunteer Signup: Click on the volunteer option above and enter your information to sign up.

Do registrants get receipts?

• Receipt Information: When you register online you should automatically receive a receipt by email.

Is there a medical staff available on-site?

• Emergency Support: EMS will be available through 911.
• Course Presence: Police and EMS will be along the course with radio communications.

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