Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Vero Beach, 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 .

What’s new and special about this year’s event? This will be the 13th year for the Tunnel to Towers 5k Run and Walk in Vero Beach and held on September 6, 2025

How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk? This is a 5K (3.1 miles) to walk or run this event. Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event. Most of our registrants are WALKING the event so feel free to bring the whole family!

Where can I pick up my packet? Fire Station 2 from 11:30 to 5:30 on Friday. 3301 Bridge Plaza Dr, Vero Beach, FL 32963-1502

Can I register the day of the run? Yes. Registration will open at 6:15am the morning of the run. You’ll save time and money if you register online before the day of event. Those who wait to register on the day of will pay an additional $10. In addition, 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? Online Registration does not close - we will continue to accept registrations up until the start of the event. Please note at the event we have all participants register via a QR code on their personal devices/phones with a credit card.

Is there parking available? Yes

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. The event is currently not timed. This may change as plans develop, and sponsors sign up.

Will water be available? Yes, a water station will be available along the route and there will be water available at the square.

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 leave all personal items and valuables 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 Verobeach@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 VeroBeach@T2T.org . We make every effort to keep costs down to allow us to give the most to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation in Stephen Siller's na