New York, NY
Empire State Building Observation Deck Run-Up
The Empire State Building Observation Deck Run-Up —the world’s first and most famous tower race—challenges runners from near and far to race up its famed 86 flights—1,576 stairs. While visitors can reach the building’s Observatory via elevator in under one minute, the fastest runners have covered the 86 floors by foot…
Start line: 20 W 34th St
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The 2026 running was Tuesday, October 6, 2026. No 2027 date is announced yet — this page updates daily as the organiser posts one.
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Frequently asked
- When is the Empire State Building Observation Deck Run-Up?
- The Empire State Building Observation Deck Run-Up most recently ran on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. A new date has not been announced yet — this page updates daily as the organiser posts one.
- Where does the Empire State Building Observation Deck Run-Up start?
- The Empire State Building Observation Deck Run-Up starts at 20 W 34th St in New York, NY.
- What distances does the Empire State Building Observation Deck Run-Up offer?
- The Empire State Building Observation Deck Run-Up offers Stair Climb, Tenant Climb, Elite Climbers and Stair Climb - Special Invite.
Listed on RunSignup. 1 past edition recorded. Race details are the organiser’s — confirm the date and start time with them before you travel.