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WHY WE CLIMB
Each year, approximately 100 Firefighters die while serving their communities. Many more die from cancer, heart disease, neurological disorders, stroke, and other injuries and illnesses suffered as a result of their service. We can work together to honor these sacrifices and care for the Firefighters who assume these risks and the families who share them.
Join this living memorial in 2023 at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront for the 21st anniversary commemoration of 9/11/01. Firefighters, Police Officers, Military Personnel, and Civilians will join together in a spirit of remembrance and courage to honor the memories of those lost 19 years ago. Teams and individuals will climb 110 flights of stairs, the same number as in the twin towers, wearing the name of a fallen Emergency Responder whose life was lost on that day. We climb in memory, and to honor each of the fallen 343 FDNY, 23 NYPD, and 37 Port Authority heroes, and to raise awareness of the sacrifices made by Firefighters everywhere.
About The SD911MSC
The only event of its kind in the region, the San Diego 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb is a unique and powerful experience shared by thousands of patriots every year. Annually, hundreds of Firefighters, Public Safety Officers, civilians, and family members gather at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront to honor the memories of the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and to create an experience none of us will ever forget.
2023 REGISTRATION
PRICE INCREASES AND DATES
Regular Registration
June 24th - Sept 8th
Adult: $90
Public Safety: $80
Kids: $45
With all the above registrations, there is a suggested fundraising goal of $110.
Priority start times are given to top fundraisers, not climbers who sign up during early bird Registration, or “first come first served” basis! If you want to ensure you absolutely get your desired start time, you’ve got to work for it. $110 is a great place to start!
Parking at the Hilton Bayfront is $11 self-parking and $16 for valet. San Diego Convention Center for $15 per day. Additional parking information please visit parkopedia.com. You can also take the Trolley the Imperial Transit Center and walk the Hilton.
EVENT SCHEDULE
| 7:00 am | Climber check-in begins | |
| 8:10 am | Opening Ceremony | |
| 8:46 am | Honor Team #1 starts climb | |
| 8:55 am | Climber Start #1 (YELLOW) waves begin | |
| 9:00 am | Kids Zone opens | |
| 9:03 am | Honor Team #2 starts climb | |
| 9:19 am | Climber Start #2 (ORANGE) waves begin | |
| 9:37 am | Honor Team #3 starts climb | |
| 9:39 am | Climber Start #3 (PURPLE) waves begin | |
| 9:58 am | Honor Team #4 starts climb | |
| 10:00 am | Beer Garden begins serving | |
| 10:00 am | VIP Lounge opens | |
| 10:03 am | Honor Team #5 starts climb | |
| 10:15 am | Climber Start #4 (GREEN) waves begin | |
| 10:28 am | Honor Team #6 starts climb | |
| 10:45 am | Climber Start #5 (PINK) waves begin | |
| 11:01 am | Climber Start #6 (BLUE) waves begin | |
| 11:17 am | Climber Start #7 (WHITE) waves begin | |
| 11:45 am | Climber Start #8 (RED) waves begin | |
| 12:01 pm | Climber Start #9 (ROYAL BLUE) waves begin | |
| 1:00 pm | Hilton stairwell closes to climbers | |
| 2:30 pm | Beer Garden Last Call | |
| 3:00 pm | Beer Garden Closes |
