Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Lynchburg, TN 2026

About Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Lynchburg, TN

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 through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers. 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! For more information on the Tunnel to Towers Foundation please visit www.T2T.org .

This will be the 4th year in Lynchburg, TN 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’s programs.

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? Packet pick-up will be from 5-7pm on Friday, September 5th at the Gazebo on the Town Square.

Can I register the day of the run? Yes. You will still be able to register on the morning of the run, but if you wait to register, we may not have a shirt for you and we do not guarantee sizes for late registration, but we will do our best!

When does online registration close? Online registration will remain open until race day registration is closed. 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? 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 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 lynchburg@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 lynchburg@t2t.org. We make every effort to keep costs down to allow us to give the most to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation’s 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 want to donate cash/money? We can help you with that. Contact us at lynchburg@t2t.org and we can walk you through the process or you can send donations directly to ATTN: Adam Santamaria/Lynchburg 5K - 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306 - please give us your information so we can add it to your fundraising page.

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