Tunnel to Towers Climb - Charlotte, NC

🏢 What is a stadium climb?

• Overview: During the stadium climb, participants will go up and down the stairs around lower level of the stadium, on a predetermined route.
• Finish: We will finish by going down the ramps inside the stadium, and enter onto the playing field through the tunnel the Panthers use.

⏱️ How long is the T2T Stadium Climb?

• Distance: You will be climbing up and down the entire first level of the Bank of America Stadium.
• Exiting: Climbers will finish by exiting on to the field through the tunnel the players use.
• Steps: There is a total of 1,454 stair steps along the route.

🚑 Will there be medical assistance?

• Availability: There will be medics on the premises in the event of an emergency.

🚪 Will hallways be included in the climb distance?

• Route: Yes, participants will pass through a couple of hallways once you finish the stairs.

👥 Is there a limit on registration?

• Participants: No! The more the merrier.

⏳ How long does the climb take?

• Variability: This depends on your fitness level as well as speed and time spent resting.
• Competitive Climbers: May finish in less than 8 minutes.
• Non-competitive: Participants will likely finish in 15-45 minutes.

⏱ Is this a timed climb?

• Timing Chip: Yes. Each climber will get a timing chip.
• Visibility: Please make sure your bib is clearly visible on the front of your shirt.
• Results: Check back shortly for information on wave assignments and the link to the website with official results!

😓 What if I get tired?

• Slower Climbers: Should move to the right, allowing faster climbers to pass on the left.
• Need Assistance: If you cannot complete the climb, just find a volunteer or staff member who can escort you to the nearest rest area and direct you to the field.

🚒 May first responders wear gear?

• Encouraged: Yes, you may wear turnout gear. We encourage it!

🏆 What is a "Competitive Climber"?

• Description: A Competitive Climber is a stair climber who routinely participates in stair climb events and can run up the stairs.

📱 Can I bring my cell phone?

• Policy: Yes, you may bring your cell phone.
• Social Media: Take lots of pictures and tag us on social media.

📦 Packet Pick-Up Information

• When: Friday, April 25 AND Saturday April 26
• Friday: April 26 from 2:00pm - 6:00pm
• Saturday: April 27 from 10:00am - 2:00pm
• Where: Saint Vincent de Paul Church - 6828 Old Reid Rd, Charlotte, NC 28210

🎫 Race Day Packet Pick-Up

• When: Sunday, April 27: 7:00 AM to 9 AM
• End Registration: Onsite registration ends at 8:45 AM
• Where: BOA Stadium (North Entrance off Graham Street) 800 S Mint St, Charlotte, NC 28202

🕘 What time should I arrive?

• Start Time: The event will begin at 9:00am with a ceremony.
• Climbers Start: The first climbers will start promptly at 9:45am.

📍 Where is the Bank of America Stadium?

• Address: 800 South Mint Street, Charlotte, NC 28202

🅿️ Is parking available?

• Options: Yes, parking is available at the below lots:
• Lot 1: 410 S Mint St parking deck
• Legacy Deck: 720 S Church St
• Lot 2: 415 W 1st St
• McNinch: 1012 W Morehead St Entry (Free gravel lot – first come first serve)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Can my friends and family wait for me?

• Registration: Yes, you can register on our website as a spectator which will allow you access to the field.

👕 Will I receive an event T-shirt?

• Included: Yes. All participants in the T2T Stadium Climb will receive an event t-shirt and finisher's medal.
• Pick-Up: T-shirts can be picked up at the designated packet pick-up location.

👶 Is there a minimum age to participate?

• Policy: No, there is no minimum age to participate.
• Permission: Children 14 and under must have parent permission to participate.

🗓️ When is the registration deadline?

• Timing: Anyone can register for this event up until the start of the climb.
• Notice: There will be an increase in registration pricing as the event date approaches.

💸 Is any portion of my entry fee tax-deductible?

• Policy: No. The entry fee helps cover the cost of producing the T2T Stadium Climb, and includes a participant T-shirt.
• Fundraising Importance: This is why fundraising is so important! All donations made or raised above and beyond your entry fee are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

🔄 What if I can’t make it?

• Policy: No, participation is non-transferrable and registration fees are non-refundable.
• Contribution: Your registration fee will become a fully tax-deductible contribution.

👥 How do I form a team?

• Online Registration: You can form