Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Orlando, FL Adult Registration

What is a Tunnel to Towers 5K 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.

• Our 5K Run & Walk Orlando event attracts hundreds of local first responders and military service members and close to 2000 participants. Please join us and help honor our heroes.
• This year marks the 12th anniversary of our Orlando event at Cranes Roost Park! Please watch our 2023 T2T Orlando Race Video!

How far is a Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk?
This is a 5K (approx 3.1 miles). You are welcome to walk or run this event.

What time does the 5K begin?
All participants registered as a First Responder/Military are asked to be at the start line at approx. 7:00 am, allowing spectators to line the course to show their thanks and respect, followed by a brief 9-11 ceremony starting at 7am and Race time beginning at 7:30am.

Where can I pick up my packet?
PGA TOUR SUPERSTORE (Altamonte Springs) Next to Whole foods, 375 E Altamonte Dr, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701

Please follow our Tunnel to Towers Orlando Facebook page for the most up to date information as the event date approaches. 

Packet pick-up times?
TBD

NEW SCHEDULE!!  Packet Pickup will be Wednesday and Thursday (Sept 4th and 5th) this year!  We will not be having packet pickup on Friday in order for us to prepare better for the day of the event. You may also pick up on race morning at the venue starting at 6:00am. 

Can I register the day of the run?
Same day Registration and Packet pickup will open at 6am on the day of the race. Day of registrations will only be available using a Q reader 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 7, 2024 and close promptly at 7am before race time.  
Registration prices on race day will increase $10 for all registrations except for First Responders. 
You can register on race morning  at the Cranes Roost event site - it opens at 6 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?
There will be an announcement for fast runners to come to the 'Start'. However, please note that all First Responders will be corralled at the starting line at the beginning of the race and we ask that their position be respected as all runners and walkers should be positioned behind them. The race is a chipped event; therefore, times are calculated based on crossing the timing mat.

What is the First Responder Team Challenge?
By registering with this option, you are registering to compete for a team award with your fellow department members. New this year **THERE MUST BE A TEAM CAPTAIN assigned from your dept this year to be eligible for team award competition!  The captain will instruct the team to sign up for  "First Responder Team Challenge", they will be prompted from a drop-down menu to select your team location name (ie:  Seminole County Fire Department, Altamonte Pol