Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Brooksville, FL

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 Heroes: We honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 by supporting our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of duty!
• More Information: For more information on the 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) to walk or run this event.
• Participation: Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.
• Markers: There will be markers for the .5 mile, 1 mile, and 2 miles.

Where can I pick up my packet?

• Location: Buick GMC Brooksville
• Address: 15164 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34613
• Date: Friday, November 7th from 4pm-6pm

Can I register the day of the run?

• Registration Time: Yes. Registration will open at 7am the morning of the run.
• Shirt Availability: If you wait to register until the day of the run, we may not have a shirt for you.
• Timing: We do not guarantee sizes and your run/walk may not be timed for late registrants.

When does online registration close?

• Closing Date: Online registration will remain open until November 8th, 2025 at 7:45 am.
• T-Shirt and Swag: If you don’t register before this, you may not receive your t-shirt and any other race day swag.
• Registration Reminder: Register early to secure your spot.

Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Display Requirement: Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment.
• Course Policy: 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?

• Announcement: There will be an announcement for fast runners to come to the 'Start'.
• First Responders: All First Responders will be corralled at the starting line at the beginning of the race.
• Respect Positioning: We ask that their position be respected as all runners and walkers should be positioned behind them.
• Timing: The race is a chipped event: therefore, times are calculated based on crossing the timing mat.

Will there be awards for running?

• Award Categories: Yes, there will be awards for Fastest Firefighter in full gear, Fastest Police Officer in full gear, Fastest Female Overall, Fastest Male Overall, and Fastest Youth under 18U.
• Finisher Medals: There will also be finisher medals for all participants.

Will water be available?

• Water Stations: Yes, a water station will be available along the route.
• Start/Finish Line: There will be water available at the start/finish line.

What can you bring to the event?

• Permitted Items: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted. Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted.
• Personal Items: Personal items should be stored securely at the owner's risk.
• Responsibility: Tunnel to Towers Foundation will not be responsible for the loss of any items.

Does my registration fee count towards my fundraising goal?

• Fundraising: Your registration fee does not count toward the fundraising goal.

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• Authorized Pickup: Yes, they can. Be sure to bring their confirmation number.

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

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

How can my company/organization sponsor this event?

• Sponsorship Inquiry: Please send all sponsorship correspondence to Brooksville@:t2t.org with your contact information.
• Response Time: Someone will be in touch with you within 24 hours.

I would like to donate goods or services to this event. How do I do that?

• Contact Information: You can contact us at Brooksville@:t2t.org.
• Cost Management: We make every effort to keep costs down to allow us to give the most to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and our mission.
• Appreciation: Your generosity will be greatly appreciated.

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

• Fundraising Page: Yes! Once you are registered, you will be given directions to start your own fundraising page and you will be able to accept donations online.
• Cash Donations: Do you want to donate cash/money? We can help you with that.
• Contact Info: Contact us at batonrougerun@:t2t.org and we can walk you through the process or you can send donations directly to ATTN: Brooksville, FL Run, 2361 Hylan Boulevard., Staten Island, NY 10306.

Where can I mail an OFFLINE donation (check made payable to Tunnel to Towers Foundation)?

• Mailing Address: Tunnel to Towers Foundation
• Attention: ATTN: Brooksville, FL Run
• City &: State: Staten Island, NY 10306
• Mention: (please mark *Brooksville 5K in the memo section)

Can I transfer my registration to another participant?

• Transfer Policy: Yes. See information above OR contact us at brooksville@:t2t.org.

Can I get a refund?

• Refund Policy: We do not provide refunds for the event regardless of if you cannot make the date or the foundation needs to cancel the event for extenuating circumstances.
• Registration Transfer: Registration may be transferred to another person up until November 6th.