Why Stair Climb Organizers Choose RunSignup
Stair climb organizers juggle building access, wave times, fundraisers, and charity partners, often with a separate tool for each. RunSignup puts registration, fundraising, and event day in one account.
Registration and Fundraising in One Platform
Fundraising pages are created automatically when climbers register, and donations happen at checkout instead of on an outside site.
Wave Control for Narrow Stairwells
Assign start times, cap each wave, and let climbers pick their slot, so the stairwell never gets crowded.
Free Technology, No Fees
Websites, email, and RaceDay tools are free. You can give staff, volunteers, and charity partners access without any fees.
Event Day Data That Syncs Live
The RaceDay CheckIn App shows fundraising progress at check-in, so your team knows who still needs to hit their minimum before they climb.
Trusted by Climb Events Across the Country
$1 billion+
Raised to date by Tunnel to Towers
80+
Run, walk, and climb events a year (Tunnel to Towers)
500+
Firefighter Challenges in 45 states
Built for Every Type of Stair Climb
Whether it’s a single skyscraper climb or a series across several buildings, RunSignup adapts to how your event runs.
Key Features for Stair Climbs
- Set up wave starts with the built-in RaceDay Corrals tool
- Auto-assign waves by estimated finish time, assign them later, or upload them by CSV
- Let climbers choose their own time slot during registration
- Set participant caps for the full event or each wave

More Tools for Your Stair Climb
Beyond the core features, RunSignup covers registration details, marketing, and staff access for stair climbs of every size.
How it Works: Get Your Stair Climb Event Up and Running
1. Create Your Event
Add your date, building, and climb options, such as a single climb, multiple climbs, or a team challenge, in RunSignup’s Race Wizard.
2. Set Up Waves & Caps
Create waves or time slots, set a cap for each, and choose how climbers get assigned.
3. Add Waivers & Custom Questions
Collect the waivers and participant info your building, charity partner, and sponsors require.
4. Turn on Donations & Fundraising
Add donation levels at checkout, set fundraising minimums, and give climbers and teams their own fundraising pages.
5. Launch Your Website and Email
Build your free event website and send registration and fundraising reminders to climbers.
6. Check In Climbers in on Event Day
Check in climbers and volunteers with the free RaceDay CheckIn App and see fundraising progress right at the table.
More Resources for Stair Climbs
Keep the Spotlight on Your Fundraiser
Fundraising Events
Video Library
How-To Support
Start Planning Your Stair Climb
Create your stair climb for free, or schedule a call and our team will help you set up waves, registration, and fundraising.
FAQ: All About Stair Climbs
What types of events use stair climb registration software?
How do I set up wave start times for a stair climb?
Can I require a fundraising minimum before someone can climb?
Can climbers register and fundraise as a team?
How do I prevent stairwell overcrowding on event day?
Can participants choose their own climb time slot?
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