Tunnel to Towers Climb - Raleigh, NC

🏢 What is a Tunnel To Towers Climb?

The Tunnel to Towers Climb 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. We honor all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and support our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of duty! For more information on the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, please visit t2t.org.

🏃 Event Details

• Location: 150 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, NC
• Date: 2026-09-12
• Climb: Participants will climb 110 flights in the old Wells Fargo Tower Bldg in downtown Raleigh, NC.
• Bailout Area: Available on floor #10 with access to an elevator.

🏅 Climb Structure

• Floors: Participants will ascend and descend the tower to the 30th floor three full times, completing the challenge at the 20th floor.
• Timing: Official timing will stop at the 20th floor.
• Descend: Participants can walk down remaining stairs or use the elevator.
• Limit: Event is limited to the first 200 registrants, so register early!

⌚ Event Timing

• Registration: 8-8:30 AM
• Announcements: 8:30-8:45 AM
• National Anthem: 8:45 AM
• Event Starts: 9:00 AM (2 hour time cap)

🚫 Restrictions and Regulations

• Gear: First responders can wear their bunker/turnout gear.
• Street Clothing: Participants are advised not to bring bags or valuables due to security regulations.
• Cell Phones: Registered climbers may bring cell phones, but must stay clear of others.
• Age Limit: Participants must be at least 10 years old on event day.

🌟 Registration Information

• Packet Pickup: Timing to be determined: check back closer to the event.
• T-Shirts: Event T-shirts and finisher’s medals will be provided for those who register in advance.
• Fundraising: No minimum required, but strongly encouraged to support the event. Funds benefit various programs.
• Non-Refundable: Registration fees are non-refundable and participation is non-transferrable.

🤝 Team Registration

• Create a Team: Option available during online registration to become Team Captain.
• Join a Team: Select existing teams during registration process.
• Company Check: Teams can pay by company check with prior arrangements.
• Fundraising Beyond: Participants can continue to fundraise until November 1st.

💼 Additional Information

The goal of this event is to raise money to honor first responders and military heroes. Proceeds will benefit the Foundation’s various programs including our Smart Home, Fallen First Responder Home & Gold Star Family Home programs. To learn more about the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation and our programs, please visit t2t.org.