
From the Organizer
Step by step, we remember. Join us as we climb in tribute to the 343 firefighters, 72 police officers, 10 EMS personnel, and all who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11, 2001. Each stair represents their courage, their commitment, and the lives they gave in service to others. Together, we climb to honor their legacy and support the mental health of those who continue to serve today.
All proceeds benefit The Bob Denton Safety Forces Support Center, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
79°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Akron Fulton Intl Ap, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
189,526
as of 2023
City Elevation
986 ft
Nearest Airport
CAK
Akron Canton Regional Airport · 12 mi
Major Hub
CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at 9/11 25th Anniversary Stair Climb, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
9/11 25th Anniversary Stair Climb
Sep 11, 2026