FAQs

REGISTRATION FEE

All participants will be charged a registration fee that will not count towards your fundraising total for incentives. The registration fee is $40 until March 19th but increases to $50 on March 20th until event day. 

 

FUNDRAISING

Is there a fundraising minimum?
There is no fundraising minimum, but all Big Climb participants are encouraged to fundraise for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s mission. In 2023, Big Climb participants raised an average of $600. Set your goal and get started today! 

Where do my donations go?
All donations from Big Climb help support the mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society: to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, and myeloma, and to help improve the quality of life of patients and their families. 

When is the fundraising deadline?
To receive a Big Climb Tech T-shirt, you must reach $250 raised prior to the event day. You also have the opportunity to continue to fundraise after the event to further support The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s mission to cure blood cancer. The more you raise, the more you are rewarded. Check out the recognition page for more information. 

 

GENERAL EVENT

What is the age minimum allowed to climb?
The National guidance is 8 years or older to climb, however we are leaving it up to the parents/guardian’s judgement. All children will be required to climb with an adult. All participants will sign a waiver. No exceptions. 

How do teams work?
When you sign up as a team, you are signing up to climb at the same time slot. Your team captain will submit preferences, when prompted by LLS, for climb times and the whole team climbs during that time. No exceptions. 

Can I change my start time?
No. All start times are final. No exceptions. 

When will wave times be assigned?
Wave times will be released on April 15th via email to the team and/or individual. 

 

DAY OF EVENT

What time does the event start?
The doors open at 8:00 a.m. with the first wave taking off at 9:00 a.m. The last wave will start at 11:30 a.m.  

Can I register on event day? 
Registration will be available onsite from 8:00am until 11:30am. Those who register in person may have to wait for an available wave time and may have to climb separately from requested participants or teams. 

Where can I park?
Parking is available at 1010 RAMP, located at 1010 S 7TH St., for the weekend rate of $5. There is also limited metered street parking. 

Can I take public transportation to/from the event?
Big Climb Minneapolis is accessible by bus or light rail. Check local bus schedules and light rail schedules for more information. 

Where do I enter the stadium?
All Big Climb Minneapolis participants and spectators should enter through the Upper Pentair Gate. All bags will be searched by stadium security upon entry. 

Can I bring anything with me during the climb other than my phone?
A fanny pack is permitted, but no backpacks or baby carriers are allowed on the climb route. 

Is there a bag check area provided?
Yes, there is a bag check area. All bags are subject to search upon entering the stadium.  

What time should I arrive?
We recommend climbers arrive 45 minutes prior to your assigned start time. Please take into consideration the time it will take you to find parking. 

Where do I line up for my climb time?
Announcements will be made 15 minutes prior to your start time. 

How many steps will I be climbing? 
Participants will climb 1,850 steps

Can my friends and family wait for me at the finish line?
Friends and family can watch you climb in the stands or wait for you to finish at Base Camp. There will be a finish zone “party” where photos can be taken by a photographer, and teams can wait and hang out when the rest of their team finishes. 

Do I walk back down the stairs?
Big Climb Minneapolis finishes on the field. Climbers will have to walk up the stairs to return to Base Camp. 

Will food be available at the event?
Snacks will be available for purchase for participants and spectators. Fruit will be provided for participants while supplies last.  

What happens if it rains?
The stadium is covered so there will be no change to the event if it rains. 

Can I bring my dog?
Unfortunately, dogs and other animals are not allowed at the event. 

Are strollers allowed at the event?
Strollers are allowed onsite but will not be allowed on the climb route.