Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Huntington Beach, CA

Date/Time/Place

• Date: Sunday, September 21st, 2025
• Start Time: 8:30AM
• Location: Main Beach 21501 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92646

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.
• Honor: Honor all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and support our first responders and military.
• Growth: This will be our 1st Annual Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk in Huntington Beach.
• More Info: 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).
• Participation: Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.

Where can I pick up my packet?

• Pickup Time: Packet pick up will be available on the morning of the event beginning at 7am.
• Location: Information on a pre-event day packet pick up will be available as the event date approaches.

Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• Authorization: Yes, they can, but they must present a copy of your registration receipt.
• Gratitude: And don't forget to thank them!

Can I register the day of the run?

• Registration Time: Yes, registration will open at 7am the morning of the run at Main Beach.
• Advantages: You’ll save time and money if you register in advance.
• Shirt Availability: We may not have a shirt for you and we do not guarantee sizes for late registrants.

Are there event T-shirts?

• Eligibility: Yes, everyone who registers is eligible to receive a race day T-shirt.
• Deadline: Please register by 9/2/2025 to guarantee that you receive a shirt.

Is there parking available?

• Parking Options: Yes, there is plenty of parking available.
• Free Parking: Free parking is located along the streets across from the beach parking lot.
• On-Site Parking: Parking on-site at Main Beach is subject to a fee collected by the city of Huntington Beach.

Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Visibility: Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment.
• Compliance: 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?

• Seeded Runners: Runners predicting a pace faster than 6 minute/mile will be seeded in the front corral.
• Arrive Early: It's advised to arrive early.

Will there be awards for running?

• Awards: Award medals will be given to the top three men/women, boys/girls under 18.
• First Responders: Awards for the top 3 first responders running in their turnout gear will also be given.

Will water be available?

• Water Stations: Yes, water will be available at the Start Line and Finish Line.

Is there a medical staff available on-site?

• EMS Team: We are currently making plans to have an EMS team on site.

What can you bring to the event?

• Allowed Items: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted, but we ask that those with strollers start towards the back.
• Prohibited Items: Please leave all personal items and valuables in your vehicle.

How can I volunteer?

• Online Registration: It's simple, either register online or email us at huntingtonbeachrun@t2t.org.
• Response Time: We will reply within 24 hours.
• Volunteer Needs: Volunteers are always needed for the day of festivities.
• Appreciation: Thank you!

Does this event have social media accounts?

• Platforms: Yes, the event has both Facebook and Instagram.

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.
• Cash Donations: We can help you with that. Contact us at huntingtonbeachrun@t2t.org.

Does my registration fee count towards my fundraising goal?

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

Does Tunnel to Towers offer fundraising incentives?

• Incentives: Yes, we offer fundraising incentives each year: check out our latest in our Fundraising Guide.

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

• Post-Race Donations: 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 huntingtonbeachrun@t2t.org.

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

• Contact Information: You can contact us at huntingtonbeachrun@t2t.org.

Where can I mail an OFFLINE donation?

• Mailing Address: Please mail any offline donations to:
• Address: Tunnel to Towers Foundation,