JACKSON, Tenn. – Jackson Fire Department is announcing the 3rd Annual Patriots’ Day memorial Stair Climb at 8:00 a.m., Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the Ballpark at Jackson, 4 Fun Place, in Jackson, Tennessee.

The objective of this event is to bring awareness and honor all heroic first responders that tragically lost their lives in the line of duty on that day.

“We look forward to hosing the Patriots’ Day Memorial Stair Climb at the Ballpark in Jackson, TN for the third year,” said Jackson Fire Department Fire Marshal LaTrell Billingsley. “Each year has seen an increase in attendance and we hope to do the same this year in honor of those who first responders who lost their lives in response to the September 11, 2001 attacks.”

The stair climb is open to all first responders, military personnel, and members of the community. The stair climb will consist of participants ascending approximately 2200 stairs, which is symbolic of the 110 stories ascended by first responders at the World Trade Center. The stair climb may be completed in full personal protective gear, partial gear, or gym clothes. In addition to the stair climb, there will also be ground games held for adults and children, vendor booths, a dunking booth, and much more! We look forward to your support of this worthy cause to honor those who have gone before us.

Register by selecting the “JFD Stair Climb” button on the Fire Department portion of our website at https://fire.jacksontn.gov.