Climb to the Top MS Event Details

Climbers

• $20 Starting Registration Fee
• $35 on March 10, 2024
• $45 on April 6, 2024
• $50 on May 4, 2024

Minor Climbers

• $15 (No Increase)

First Responders / Military

• $20 (No Increase)

Virtual Climbers

• $20 (No Increase)

Online registration closes at noon on May 4, 2024.

Climb to the Top MS will give you a one-of-a-kind experience to take on the stairs and climb to the top of Citi Field.
 
Your climb will start from an exclusive spot in Citi Field, where you will then climb up and down the stairs, serpentine-style, with rest stops along the way to refuel. You’ll also have time to take in the view as you reflect on how your efforts are changing the world for the nearly 1 million people living with MS in the United States.
 
At the finish line, you will be greeted by an incredible view, a cheer section, uplifting music, a finish line medal and a place to gather to enjoy concession-style food and drinks!
 
Completing Climb to the Top MS requires about the same effort as running a 5K (3.1 miles). Those who’ve completed a 5K should be able to complete the stair climb without extensive stair climbing practice.

Get your competitive juices flowing and join our Climb Course Challenge! Climbers who want to get extra sweaty will receive a star each time they cross the finish line and have their name added to our leaderboard. The person with the most stars at the end of the event will win a special prize (and bragging rights!).

We can't wait to see you on the stairs!

Participation Minimum

You must fundraise at least $250 ($100 for Minor Climbers) to participate in Climb to the Top.

Citi Field

• Citi Field is home of the New York Mets. 
• Seats up to 41,000 fans! 
• Opened in 2009 to replace Shea Stadium. 
• The Mets colors are made up of Giants orange and Dodger blue, in honor of the two New York teams that moved to California in the 1950s. 
• Attracts one of the most racially and ethnically diverse crowds of people you’ll find giving you a true taste of New York.
   

Know Before You Go

• Check in and registration opens at 9:00 AM. Enter at the Hodges Entrance located adjacent to Lot G. It is ADA accessible.
• If you DID NOT get your packet in the mail, please come at least 30 minutes before your wave time to get your bib and food voucher.
• Parking is at Citi Field, Gate 1, Lot G. Most GPS systems recognize the specific lot number. See link for map.
• Start times are LIVE in your participant center and in the Event Details page of website.
• We encourage everyone to bring your cheerleaders! There will be a special spectator cheer section where they can go hoarse cheering you on! There is no charge for spectators.
• The stairs are no easy feat, but if you want to make it even more challenging, here are some ways to up your game (at your own risk, of course):
• Climb the stairs multiple times – see below for a new contest! (There will be a Leaderboard!)
• Rock a costume, the sillier, the better! Remember it is Star Wars Day…May for Force be with you!
• Don't miss the Climb AFTERPARTY! Donovan's Pub at 57-24 Roosevelt Ave (right off the 7 train) will give you a FREE drink if you show off your medal! Come join us and celebrate your accomplishment!

Food and Drinks:

• All climbers will receive a food voucher redeemable for $10 of food or beverages (not including alcohol) at the concession stand.
  • Concession food and beverages are available for purchase beyond the $10 voucher.
• Water will be provided to climbers at the 2 water stops and finish line.
• Alcoholic beverages can be purchased at Registration for $5.  (*Must be 21 years+)
• Top Fundraisers (Climbers who have raised $500+ individually) will get an orange wristband redeemable for 1 alcoholic beverages. (*Must be 21 years+)
• Elite 1K Club members will get either yellow (2023) or blue (2024) wristbands for 2 free alcoholic beverages. (*Must be 21 years+)
   

Exciting Additions:

• HOW MANY TIMES CAN YOU CLIMB? For Climbers who want to get extra stairs in, we are awarding a sticker for each time you complete the course! The person with the most stars at the end of the event will win a special prize. There will be a leaderboard waiting for your name… Come ready to run! Prizes for adult and youth winners!
• TEAM VILLAGE! The Top 10 teams will each get their own special area in the Storebound Team Village for your team to celebrate your success! Rankings will close on Friday 5/3 at Noon. Make sure and be in the top!
• TAG BOARD! – Be featured on the jumbotron! If you post on Instagram or Twitter (X) and #climbMS, you can be giant on the biggest screen in NYC! Post your selfies throughout the day and see your face on the big screen! **Your account must be public to be featured.
• WARM-UP! Fitness Instructor and Top Fundraiser Peggy will be leading a pre-course warm-up 10 min before the event. Come to the start line early to get your body ready to tackle the stairs!

For more fundraising incentives, see the Clubs & Benefits page.

Think Safe

Your safety is our number one priority; that’s why we made Think Safe our motto. To do your part to ensure everyone is safe, please review this information about personal safety.

By investing in Climb to the Top MS, our corporate sponsors proudly demonstrate their commitment to the local community and to people affected by MS. Supporting Climb to the Top MS inspires employees, increases corporate visibility and allows companies to have a direct impact on their communities.

Our corporate sponsors are changing the world for people affected by MS. By supporting Climb to the Top MS through cash or in-kind donations, corporate sponsors allow us to direct more dollars to help all individuals affected by MS. 

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