Firefighter in turnout gear looking up the stadium stairs
September 11, 2027 · Midland, TX

One day. Two events. A memorial stair climb honoring the 411 first responders lost on 9/11, followed by a benefit concert celebrating the ones who serve Midland today.

We Climb Because They Climbed

On September 11, 2001, 411 first responders climbed toward danger so others could get out. Every year, Midland climbs in their honor.

411
First responders who gave their lives on 9/11
110
Flights of stairs — the height of the Twin Towers
1·2
One day, two events, one community
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Never forget

2026 Recap

September 12, 2026.
Thank you, Midland.

Firefighters in full bunker gear and SCBA, police, EMS, families and first-time climbers took on 110 flights at Astound Broadband Stadium. That evening, the crowd filled Centennial Park for Texas country favorite William Clark Green.

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Firefighter carrying a child in turnout gear up the stairs
Hundreds of climbers gathered on the stadium field
Performer smiling at the piano on stage
Firefighter helmet number 12
Memorial bell on a red table
William Clark Green and band performing
Climbers filling the stadium stairs

Registration Opens in 2027

See you on
September 11, 2027

Same places, same purpose. The Climb returns to Astound Broadband Stadium and The Concert returns to Centennial Park. Headliner and registration details are coming next year.

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Help us make 2027 bigger.