Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Riverside County, CA
California · Saturday, March 21, 2026
The Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk - Riverside County, CA is a 5k, running, walking, and wheelchair event held on Saturday, March 21, 2026.
- Date
- Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 9:15 AM – 11:00 AM
- Location
- 16921 Bundy Ave.
Riverside County, California
92518
United States
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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 our 2nd Annual Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk in Riverside and we are excited to grow the community’s commitment to honor first responders, remember 9/11, and raise funds for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. This event is put on in conjunction with CalFire, the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, and the Ben Clark Training Center.
How far is a Tunnel to Towers Run & Walk?
This is a 5K (3.1 miles). Anyone can run, walk, or experience this event
What is the address of the event?
Ben Clark Training Center 16902 Bundy Ave, Riverside, CA 92518
Where can I pick up my packet?
Packet pick up will be available on the morning of the event (3/21/2026) at the Ben Clark Training Center beginning at 7am and at the Moreno Valley College of Public Safety in the afternoon on Friday, March 20th. Please check back for information on a pre-event day packet pick up hours as the event date approaches!
Where can I pick up my packet?
Yes, T-shirts are guaranteed to all participants who register before March 1st, 2026
Can I register the day of the run?
Yes. Registration will open at 7am the morning of the run at the Ben Clark Training Center. You’ll save time and money if you register in advance. In addition, if you wait to register we may not have a shirt for you and we do not guarantee sizes for late registrants.
Is there parking available?
Yes. There is plenty of parking at the Ben Clark Training Center.
Do I have to wear my bib number?
Yes, please display your bib on the front of your outermost garment. The bib number is how we record the time. 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?
Award medals will be given to the top three men/women, boys/girls under 18, and the top 3 first responders running in their turnout gear.
Will water be available?
Yes, water will be available at the start line/finish line and at the crossover section of the course by miles 1 and 2.5
What can you bring to the event? Can I run with a stroller, backpack, wheelchair, roller blades, bicycle, etc?
Strollers and wheelchairs are permitted, but we ask that those with strollers start towards the back. 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected] We make every effort to keep costs down to allow us to give the most to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation’s programs.
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 [email protected] and we can walk you through the process or you can send donations directly to:
Tunnel to Towers Foundation
ATTN: Riverside 5K – Thomas Mazza
2361 Hylan Blvd.
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 mail any offline donations to:
Tunnel to Towers Foundation
ATTN: Riverside 5K – Thomas Mazza
2361 Hylan Blvd.
Staten Island, NY 10306
Can I transfer my registration to another participant?
Yes. See information above OR contact us at [email protected] and we will manually change it in our system.
Can I get a refund?
We do not provide refunds for the event regardless if you cannot make the date or the foundation needs to cancel the event for extenuating circumstances. Registration may be transferred to another person.
How can I volunteer?
It's simple, either register online or email us at [email protected] and we will reply within 24 hours. Volunteers are always needed for the day of festivities. Thank you!
Do registrants get receipts?
When you register online you should automatically receive a receipt via email.
Is there a medical staff available on-site?
Yes, there will be an Emergency Medical Service team available on site. There is also radio communication available on the course to help communicate with the EMS.
Does Tunnel to Towers offer fundraising incentives?
Yes, we offer fundraising incentives each year; check out our latest in our Fundraising Guide.