Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Fort Myers, FL 2026

Description

What is a Tunnel To Towers Run & Walk? 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 3 miles through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers. We honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 by supporting our first responders and military who make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of duty! For more information on the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, please visit www.t2t.org .

This will be the eighth year in Fort Myers, 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 Foundation.

How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk? This is a 5K (approximately 3.1 miles) to walk or run this event. Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.

Where can I pick up my packet? TBA

Can I register the day of the run? Yes. Online registration will remain open through race day. Registration table will open at 7 AM the morning of the race. Day of registrations will only be available using a QR code through your cell phone only. No paper registrations will be used.

When does online registration close?

*IMPORTANT* Online registration will remain OPEN through Saturday, September 12, 2026 and close promptly at race time. Registration prices on race day will increase $10 for all registrations except for First Responders. You can register for the race in the morning at the event site - it opens at 7 AM.

Do I have to wear my bib number? Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment. 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? Runners predicting a pace faster than 6 minute/mile will be seeded in the front corral (arrive early).

Will there be awards for running? Yes, we keep them very simple since our mission is to honor first responders, 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. This event is intended to be an experience and much more than a run.

Will water be available? Yes, a water station will be available along the route and there will be water available at the start/finish line.

What can you bring to the event? Can I run with a stroller, backpack, wheelchair, roller blades, bicycle, etc.? Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted. Firefighter turnout gear and military backpacks are also permitted. Please do not leave any personal items visible in your vehicle. 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? Your registration fee does not count toward the fundraising goal.

Can someone else pick up my packet for me? Yes, they can. They must present a copy of your registration receipt. 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? Please send all sponsorship correspondence to Fortmyers@t2t.org with your contact information and 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? You can contact us at Fortmyers@t2t.org. We make every effort to keep costs down to allow us to give the most to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation “In the Line of Duty” programs. 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 and you will be able to accept donations online. Do you wan