Empire State Building Run-Up
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Empire State Building Observation Deck Run-Up
The Empire State Building Observation Deck Run-Up is a tower race held at 20 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001 on 10/06/2026. Competitors ascend the building’s 86 floors, a climb that equals 1,576 stairs, to reach the observation deck.
Distances
- 1K (86 floors, 1,576 stairs)
The event is organized in multiple entry categories: Stair Climb, Tenant Climb, Elite Climbers, and Stair Climb - Special Invite. The Tenant Climb is designated for tenants of ESRTREIT Properties. Each category has its own registration window and fee: the Stair Climb and Stair Climb - Special Invite show a registration fee of $190.00, the Tenant Climb lists $90.00, and Elite Climbers lists $100.00. Registration open and close dates differ by category.
The organizer notes that visitors can reach the observatory by elevator in under one minute, while some competitors have completed the climb on foot in about 10 minutes. The description focuses on the vertical course, event categories, registration details, and the building location. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
