Empire State Building Run-Up

🏙️ Race Overview

The Empire State Building Run-Up (ESBRU)—the world’s first and most famous tower race—challenges runners from near and far to race up its famed 86 flights—1,576 stairs.

⏱️ Race Statistics

• Location: 20 W 34th St, New York, NY
• Distance: 1,576 stairs (86 flights)
• Fastest Time: About 10 minutes
• Event Date: October 8, 2025

🏃 Challenge and Experience

While visitors can reach the building’s Observatory via elevator in under one minute, the fastest runners have covered the 86 floors by foot in about 10 minutes. Leaders in the sport of professional tower-running converge at the Empire State Building in what some consider the ultimate test of endurance.

🔗 More Information

For more details and to register, visit the official race page: Empire State Building Run-Up.