Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - The Triangle, NC

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 www.T2T.org.
• Community: This will be the 14th year in the Triangle, and we are excited to, once again, bring together the community to honor first responders, remember 9/11, and raise funds for the Tunnel to Towers programs.

How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Distance: This is a 5K (3.1 miles) to walk or run this event.
• Participation: Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.

Where can I pick up my packet?

• Location: Registration/packet pickup will be held at Forest Pines Elementary School located at 11455 Forest Pines Drive Raleigh, NC 27614.
• Timing: On Friday, 10/16/2026 from 5:15pm-7:00pm.
• Same Day: Same day registration/packet pickup will open up at 7am on Saturday, 10/17/2026. This will take place in the cafeteria.

Can I register the day of the run?

• Yes: Registration will open at 7am the morning of the run.
• Shirt Availability: If you wait to register, we may not have a shirt for you and we do not guarantee sizes for late registrants.

When does online registration close?

• Open Until: Online registration will remain open until race day registration is closed.
• T-Shirt: If you register after packet pick-up, you may not receive your t-shirt and any other race day swag.

Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Mandatory: 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?

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

Will there be awards for running?

• Awards: Yes, we keep them very simple since our mission is to honor first responders.
• Categories: 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.
• Start/Finish: There will be water available at the start/finish line.

What can you bring to the event?

• Permitted Items: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted. Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted.
• Valuables: Please leave all personal items and valuables in your vehicle.
• Risk: All items should be stored securely at the owner's risk. Tunnel to Towers Foundation will not be responsible for the loss of any items.

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 triangle@: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 Triangle@:t2t.org.
• Appreciation: 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.
• Assistance: We can help you with that. Contact us at Triangle@:t2t.org for more info.
• Mailing Donations: You can send donations directly to ATTN: Colleen Grace - 2361 Hylan Boulevard., Staten Island, NY 10306.

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

• Mailing Address: Tunnel to Towers Foundation
• Attention: ATTN: Colleen Grace
• Full Address: 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10306

Can I transfer my registration to another participant?

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

Can I get a refund?

• No Refunds: We do not provide refunds for the event regardless if you cannot make the date.
• Transfer: Registration may be transferred to another person.

How can I volunteer?

• Volunteer: It's simple! Email us at Triangle@:t2t.org.
• Response: We will reply within 24 hours.

Do registrants get receipts?

• Online Registration: When you register online you should automatically receive a receipt.
• Cash Payment: If paying in cash, receipt upon request.

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