Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Virginia Beach, VA 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 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 Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation please visit www.t2t.org .

This will be our second Virginia Beach 5K and we are excited to bring together the community of Virginia Beach, so rich in its patronage to our service members stationed here, and to honor them alongside our Firefighters, Police Officers, and our first responders. This is how we want to commemorate the 23rd anniversary of 9/11, and remember our heroes like Stephen who made the ultimate sacrifice. No better way than to raise funds for the Tunnel to Towers 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 at Murphy’s Irish Restaurant (2914 Pacific Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451) on Saturday November 15th, from 1PM to 5PM, or on the morning of the race starting at 0700 at the Pavilion Stage at 24th Street Park.

Can I register the day of the run? Yes. Registration will open at 7 AM the morning of the run. If you wait to register, we may not have a shirt for you and we do not guarantee sizes for late registrants 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 minutes/mile will be seeded in the front of the runners (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, three water stations 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. No dogs are permitted at this event.

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 virginiabeachrun@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 virginiabeachrun@t2t.org We make