Climb to Remember - Winston-Salem

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11
2026
Honor the victims and first responders of 9 11 by walking or running 2977 stairs at this 25th anniversary commemorative event in Winston Salem
Fri 11 Sep 2026

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Event Overview

The Climb to Remember is an annual commemorative event hosted by the No Fear Battalion to honor the victims and first responders of the September 11, 2001, attacks. Held at the Allegacy Federal Credit Union stadium area in Winston-Salem, the event marks the 25th anniversary of this remembrance activity.

Course Details

Participants take part in a physical tribute by completing a specific distance or count of stairs. The event focuses on a single symbolic goal:

  • 2,977 stairs to walk or run

This specific number represents the 2,977 victims of the 2001 attacks. The activity is open to participants who wish to walk or run the stairs as a gesture of honor.

Venue and Participation

The event takes place at 475 Deacon Blvd in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Gates open for check-in during the early morning hours, followed by the start of the climb. There is no registration fee listed for this commemorative race, making it accessible to the public. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

2,977 Stairs

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