Day of Event Details
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Event Day Schedule
Download our printable event day information guide.
- 8:30 a.m. EST: Check-In Begins
- 9:00 a.m. EST: First Firefighter Climber starts
- 9:15 a.m. EST: After Party Opens at CrossBAR
- 9:30 a.m. EST: First Civilian Climber (approximately)
- 10:45 a.m. EST: Awards Ceremony (approximately)
Participants should plan to arrive at Check-In 20-30 minutes prior to their assigned start time. The event entrance is located at Gate C.
Free parking will be available on event day. All Climbers should park in the East Lot at Red Bull Arena.
There is no Bag Check at this year’s Fight For Air Climb New Jersey. Please keep all bags inside your vehicle or with someone outside the arena. Please do not bring valuables to the Climb.
Parking and Driving Directions
Red Bull Arena
600 Cape May St
Harrison, NJ 07029
Climber Start Times and Bib Numbers
Climber start times will be given by Thursday April 11th. Climbers will be emailed this information and their times will be posted on the New Jersey Climb website.
After Party
We’re excited to hold our post-climb celebration at the CrossBAR at Red Bull Arena! We will have food, drinks, raffles, and more!
Climber Etiquette
To ensure the safety of all climbers, please be courteous while climbing. If you need to pass, please make sure to pass on the concourse.
Water Stations
Water stations and rest stops will be available at sections 126/127 and 117 as well as the Finish Line. Water is not allowed on the stairs. This rule is for your safety and the safety of other participants.
Safety Procedures
Trained medical personnel will be located throughout the venue in case you need assistance. Volunteers will also be available at the water stations.
Awards
We appreciate the hard work and dedication of every climber and team who has raised money to fight lung disease. At the event, we will present awards to the following categories:
Civilian Awards
- Overall: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Male Overall: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Female Overall: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Male and Female Age 15-19: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Male and Female Age 20-29: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Male and Female Age 30-39: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Male and Female Age 40-49: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Male and Female Age 50-59: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Male and Female Age 60+ (Male and Female): 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Firefighter Awards
- Overall: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Male Overall: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
- Female Overall: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Team Awards
Teams must have at least three members to be eligible for team awards:
- Fastest Friends and Family Team
- Fastest Corporate Team
- Fastest First Responder Team
- Fastest School Team
- Fastest Firefighter Team
Other Awards
- Top Five Individual Fundraisers
- Top Fundraising Friends and Family Team
- Top Fundraising Corporate Team
- Top Fundraising Firefighter Team
- Most Spirited Team
- Rookie Team of the Year