Tunnel to Towers Climb - Tampa, FL

Tunnel to Towers Climb - Tampa, FL

Date: October 3, 2026

Location: 201 N. Franklin Street, Tampa, FL

Race Registration: Register Here

Climb Details

• Climb Height: Participants will climb to the 41st floor, finishing on the rooftop. The climb includes 861 steps.
• Timing: Official timing ends on the 39th floor, but there are two additional flights to reach the roof.
• Bailout Floors: There will be at least three bailout floors with water stations.
• Volunteer Assistance: Notify a volunteer or staff member if you cannot finish the climb for help.

Participation Information

• Multiple Climbs: Yes, you can climb more than once—just return to the start line after the first climb.
• Medical Support: Yes. Medics will be on site throughout the event.
• Uniforms: First responders and military are encouraged to wear uniforms and gear.
• Timed Event: Yes. Timing chips will be assigned to each bib for accurate results.

Event Day Information

Packet Pick-Up:

• Friday, October 2 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at Esplanade – 201 N. Franklin Street
• Event day pickups start at 7:00 AM: all climbers must have a bib.
• You may pick up packets for your entire team: email us for larger groups.

Schedule

• 7:00 AM — Registration & packet pickup
• 8:00 AM — Opening Ceremony
• 8:30 AM — Elite climbers and First Responders / Military begin
• General public climbs afterward

Awards and Categories

Awards will be given in the following categories:

• Top Fundraising Team
• Siller Cup (Largest Firefighter Team)
• Hero Cup (Largest Police Officer Team)
• Fastest Male Overall
• Fastest Female Overall
• Fastest Firefighter
• Fastest Police Officer
• Fastest Military Service Member
• Fastest EMT

Registration & Fundraising

• Fundraising Requirement: No minimum required, but encouraged.
• Fund Allocation: Supports Tunnel to Towers programs including Smart Home Program and Fallen First Response Home Program.
• Minimum Age: No minimum age: under 18 require parental permission.
• Refund Policy: Fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Contact Information

For additional questions, contact: tampa@t2t.org