
9/11 Tower Challenge
Remembering Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice
9/11 Tower Challenge
Remembering Those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice
- September 10 / Saturday 8:00 AM
In honor of those who lost their lives on 9/11/2001, and in continued honor of our first responders and military who protect us from foreign and domestic threats, we gather to pay our respects at the annual 9/11 Tower Challenge.
The World Trade Center's Twin Towers each consisted of 110 floors and 2,071 steps, and each year thousands of people across Arizona walk, climb and run the stairs to remember. Firefighters in full gear, police, military and bomb squad personnel march steadily alongside civilians of varying ages, abilities and backgrounds.
Photographs of our fallen heroes line the stairs, and participants pause briefly to read the names in recognition of the sacrifice each made while in the service of others. This powerful morning will reconnect you to the kindness, strength and bravery exhibited on that dark day.
Together we vow to Never Forget.
All proceeds go to support The 100 Club of Arizona.
For more information, please visit The 100 Club of Arizona's website.
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Parking
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All guests have complimentary parking for this event and can park in Lot G.
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bag policy
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Guests who require ADA or medical accommodations, please contact Gila River Arena Guest Services so a representative may assist you in advance of your visit.
For a complete list of permitted and prohibited items please click here.
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cashless transactions only
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Gila River Arena has transitioned to a cashless transaction arena ensuring contactless options for food, beverage and merchandise purchases. Credit card transactions only. Cash will no longer be accepted. ATMs are not available on site.
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Enhanced Health and Saftey Protocols
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First, and most importantly, the health and safety of all guests in Gila River Arena is paramount.
Guidelines include:
- Recommending fans wear a face covering at all times
- Increasing sanitization of high touch point areas including door handles, hand rails and elevator buttons
- Installed hand sanitizer stations throughout the arena
- Implemented a cashless environment to decrease physical contact with fans
- Encouraging physical distancing when possible
View a full list of guidelines here.
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No Smoking Facility
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To limit touchpoints, Gila River Arena is a non-smoking facility. There will not be any indoor or outdoor smoking areas available for fan use during the event. Fans who exit the venue to smoke will not be permitted reentry into the venue. Cigarettes, vapes, e-cigarettes, lighters, etc are strictly prohibited.
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FAQ
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