Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Huntington Beach, CA

📅 Date/Time/Place

• Date: Sunday, September 21st, 2025
• Time: 8:30AM - Race Start
• Location: Main Beach, 21501 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach, CA 92646

🏃‍♂️ What is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Purpose: 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.
• Legacy: Honor all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and support our first responders and military.
• First Annual: This will be our 1st Annual Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk in Huntington Beach.
• More Info: For more information on the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, please visit www.t2t.org.

🏁 How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?

• Distance: This is a 5K (3.1 miles).
• Participation: Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event.

🎟️ Where can I pick up my packet?

• Timing: Packet pick up will be available on the morning of the event beginning at 7am.
• Location: A location the day before is TBD.
• Check Back: Please check back for information on a pre-event day packet pick up.

📮 Can someone else pick up my packet for me?

• Authorization: Yes, they can pick it up for you.
• Documentation: They must present a copy of your registration receipt.
• Gratitude: And don't forget to thank them!

📝 Can I register the day of the run?

• Same Day Registration: Yes, registration will open at 7am the morning of the run at Main Beach.
• Advance Registration: You’ll save time and money if you register in advance.
• Shirt Availability: If you wait to register, we may not have a shirt for you.

👕 Are there event T-shirts?

• Eligibility: Everyone who registers is eligible to receive a race day T-shirt.
• Deadline: Please register by 9/2/2025 to guarantee that you receive a shirt.

🚗 Is there parking available?

• Parking Availability: Yes, there is plenty of parking available.
• Free Parking: Located along the streets across from the beach parking lot.
• On-Site Fees: Parking on-site at Main Beach is subject to a fee collected by the city of Huntington Beach.

🎽 Do I have to wear my bib number?

• Requirement: Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment.
• Time Recording: The bib number is how we record the time.
• Course Policy: Those who run without a bib will be asked to leave the course.

🏅 Will there be awards for running?

• Award Medals: Medals will be given to the top three men/women, boys/girls under 18, and the top 3 first responders.
• Turnout Gear: Awards will be given to those running in their turnout gear.

💧 Will water be available?

• Water Stations: Yes, water will be available at the Start Line and Finish Line.

🚑 Is there medical staff available on-site?

• EMS Team: We are currently making plans to have an EMS team on site.

🛒 What can you bring to the event?

• Allowed Items: Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted.
• Starting Position: Those with strollers should start towards the back.
• Valuables Policy: Leave personal items and valuables in your vehicle.

🤝 How can I volunteer?

• Registration: It's simple, either register online or email us at huntingtonbeachrun@t2t.org.
• Response Time: We will reply within 24 hours.
• Volunteers Needed: Thank you for your willingness to help!

🌐 Does this event have social media accounts?

• Facebook: The event has a Facebook page.
• Instagram: Follow us on Instagram.

🎁 As a participant, can I fundraise/encourage others to donate?

• Fundraising Page: You will receive directions to start your own fundraising page once registered.
• Donation Contact: Contact us at huntingtonbeachrun@t2t.org for assistance with donations.
• Mail Donations: Send donations to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, Attn: T2T HB 5k Run & Walk – Thomas Mazza, 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10306.

💸 Does my registration fee count towards my fundraising goal?

• No: Your registration fee does not count toward the fundraising goal.

🏆 Does Tunnel to Towers offer fundraising incentives?

• Incentives: Yes, we offer fundraising incentives each year.
• Fundraising Guide: Check out our latest in our Fundraising Guide for details.

🤲 Can I still donate to a team and/or individual after the start of the race?

• Donation Timeline: Yes, donations will be accepted for 6 weeks after the event.

🤝 How can my company/organization sponsor this event?

• Sponsorship Contact: Please send all sponsorship correspondence to huntingtonbeachrun@t2t.org.
• Response Time: Someone will be in touch with you within 24 hours.

🎁 I would like to donate goods or services to this event. How do