GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Officials announced the date for the 13th annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field, also noting that registration for the event is now open.
On Saturday, September 20, Lambeau Field will host one of the largest annual stair climb events in the nation, the annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lambeau Field.
The event, which is a powerful reminder of the sacrifice made by thousands on September 11, 2001, continues to grow every year with an anticipated 2,500 participants in 2025, up from the 2,300 in 2024.
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The thousands of participants nationwide from across the fire service community, their families, friends, and supporters, will embark on Lambeau Field to pay respects to the lives lost and those who were willing to sacrifice their own.
“The 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb is a powerful reminder of the courage, sacrifice, and unity which defines the fire service,” said Chief Matthew Knott of the Green Bay Metro Fire Department. “Each year, we are humbled by the incredible support from our community and are proud to honor the 343 firefighters who gave everything on that tragic day. Together, we climb to ensure their legacy lives on and to support the critical work of the NFFF.”
During the event, participants climb the equivalent of 110 stories, the height of the World Trade Center towers. Each climber carries an honor badge displaying the name and photograph of one of the fallen firefighters, symbolically completing the heroic journey. Upon reaching the equivalent of the 78th floor, the highest point firefighters reached on 9/11, climbers will ring a fire bell in solemn tribute.
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“Each year is as meaningful as the next as we pay tribute to the 343 firefighters who selflessly put others ahead of themselves on 9/11. We deeply appreciate the support of our partners, volunteers, and climbers who make this event possible. Their dedication ensures we never forget the sacrifices made,” said Bob Schulz, president of Pierce Manufacturing.
The event is co-sponsored by the Green Bay Metro Fire Department and Pierce Manufacturing. All funds raised from the event will benefit the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation.
Participants are encouraged to register early at piercemfg.com/climb.
