Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Baton Rouge, LA

🏃‍♂️ 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 after strapping on his gear and running through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers.
• Honor: 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!
• Foundation: For more information on the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation please visit t2t.org.

📏 How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Distance: This is a 5K (3.1 miles) to walk or run this event.
• Accessibility: Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.
• Markers: There will be markers for the .5 mile, 1 mile, and 2 mile.

📍 Where and when can I pick up my packet?

• Location: Robert A. Bogan Fire Museum
• Address: 427 Laurel St., Baton Rouge, LA 70801
• Date and Time: October 17th, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

📝 Can I register the day of the run?

• Yes: Registration will open at 7 am the morning of the run.
• Shirts: If you wait to register until the day of the run, we may not have a shirt for you.
• Timing: We do not guarantee sizes and your run/walk will not be timed for late registrants.

⏰ When does online registration close?

• Deadline: Online registration will remain open until October 18th, 2025, at 7:45 am.
• Swag: If you don’t register before this, you may not receive your T-shirt and any other race day swag.

📋 Do I have to wear my bib number?

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

• Pace: Runners predicting a pace faster than 6 minute/mile will be seeded in the front corral (arrive early).

🏆 Will there be awards for running?

• Simple: Yes, we keep them very simple since our mission is to honor first responders.
• Honoring: Most of our awards are based on firefighters, police or military running in gear in the same fashion that Stephen Siller did on 9/11.
• Experience: This event is intended to be an experience and much more than a run.

💧 Will water be available?

• Stations: Yes, a water station will be available along the route.
• At Start/Finish: There will be water available at the start/finish line.

🛒 What can you bring to the event?

• Permitted: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted. Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted.
• Not Allowed: Please do not bring roller blades, skateboards, or dogs unless it is a certified service dog with proper paperwork.
• Personal Items: Please leave all personal items and valuables in your vehicle. All items should be stored securely at the owner's risk.

💵 Does my registration fee count towards my fundraising goal?

• No: Your registration fee does not count toward the fundraising goal.

📄 Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• Yes: They must present a copy of your registration receipt.
• Gratitude: And don't forget to thank them!

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

• 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 batonrougerun@t2t.org with your contact information.
• Response: Someone will be in touch with you within 24 hours.

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

• Contact: You can contact us at batonrougerun@t2t.org.
• Generosity: Your generosity will be greatly appreciated.

📈 As a participant, can I fundraise/encourage others to donate?

• 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 batonrougerun@t2t.org.

✉️ Where can I mail an OFFLINE donation (check made payable to Tunnel to Towers Foundation)?

• Address: Please mail any offline donations to:
• Organization: Tunnel to Towers Foundation
• Attn: Rori Englert - Baton Rouge 5K
• Mailing Address: 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10306

🔄 Can I transfer my registration to another participant?

• Yes: See information above OR contact us at batonrougerun@t2t.org and we will manually change it in our system.

💸 Can I get a refund?

• No: We do not provide refunds for the event regardless of circumstances.
• Transfer: Registration may be transferred to another person.

🤝 How can I volunteer?

• Simple: Email us at batonrougerun@t2t.org and we will reply within 24 hours.
• Need: Volunteers are always needed for the