Photos: Nearly 1500 locals participate in the 9/11 Tower Challenge at TCC
Nearly 1500 participants walk, climb and run 2071 steps, representing the 110 floors of the Twin Towers on Friday morning.Â
The 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center is hosted by the 9/11 Tower Challenge Foundation.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
Around 1500 people participate in the 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
Around 1500 people participate in the 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
Honor guard participates in the presentation of colors ahead of the 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
A young participant waves an American flag during the 9/11 Tower Challenge opening ceremony at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
A participant carries a large American flag during the 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
A duo makes their way up the stairs during 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
Around 1500 people participate in the 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
A participant takes a moment to watch the 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
Three women snap a picture before starting the 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
A firefighter walks up the stairs with full gear during the 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
Names and photos of the lives lost in the 9/11 attacks are displayed during the 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
Members of the Tucson Fire Department prepare for the 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
Honor guard participates in the presentation of colors ahead of the 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
Around 1500 people participate in the 9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center
9/11 Tower Challenge at Tucson Convention Center, 260 South Church Avenue, Tucson, Ariz., Sep. 11, 2026.
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