Empire State Building Run-Up
- Date Wed 8th October 2025
- Location New York, New York
- Price $97.68 - $204.43
- Races 4 races
- Distances 1km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Empire State Building Run-Up on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, in the heart of New York City! This iconic event, known as the world's first and most famous tower race, invites athletes from around the globe to conquer an impressive 1,576 stairs as they race up the renowned 86 flights of the Empire State Building. While tourists can reach the Observatory in under a minute via elevator, elite runners will be pushing their limits to complete this stunning ascent in just about 10 minutes. Join the ranks of professional tower-running champions and witness the ultimate test of endurance in one of the most breathtaking settings on the planet. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a thrilling challenge that celebrates both athleticism and the stunning skyline of New York!
Organiser's Description
The Empire State Building Run-Up (ESBRU)the worlds first and most famous tower racechallenges runners from near and far to race up its famed 86 flights1,576 stairs. While visitors can reach the buildings Observatory via elevator in under one minute, the fastest runners have covered the 86 floors by foot in about 10 minutes. Leaders in the sport of professional tower-running converge at the Empire State Building in what some consider the ultimate test of endurance.
Races
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Stair Climb
Incl. $14.43 Fee & T-Shirt
Wed 8th October 2025 (8:00PM EDT)
$204.43
OPENS SOON -
Tenant Climb
Incl. $7.68 Fee & T-Shirt
Wed 8th October 2025 (8:00PM EDT)
$97.68
OPENS SOONFor Tenants of ESRTREIT Properties -
Elite Climbers
Incl. $8.35 Fee & T-Shirt
Wed 8th October 2025 (8:00PM EDT)
$108.35
OPENS SOON -
Stair Climb - Special Invite
Incl. $14.43 Fee & T-Shirt
Wed 8th October 2025 (8:00PM EDT)
$204.43
OPENS SOON
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