City of Columbia announces road closures for Tunnel to Towers 5K Run/Walk

The Tunnel to Towers Foundation and Lexington Medical Center will host the annual Tunnel to Towers SC 5K Run/Walk on Friday, September 12, 2025.

The event honors the lives of first responders and military heroes while supporting the Tunnel to Towers Foundation’s mission to provide housing assistance to the families of fallen service members and first responders. Approximately 2,000 participants are expected to take part in this year’s event.

To ensure the safety of runners, spectators, and volunteers, several road closures will take place in the downtown area and surrounding routes. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and seek alternate routes during the event.

Road Closure Timeline 

5:00 p.m. – Initial Closures for Setup

• 1000 & 1100 blocks of Lincoln Street
• 900 block of Senate Street

6:45 p.m. – Additional Closures for start of the race

• Gervais Street:
  • Eastbound lanes between the Gervais Street bridge and Assembly Street will close at 6:45 p.m.
  • Westbound lanes between Huger Street and Assembly Street will remain open during the race.
  • Gervais Street is expected to reopen by approximately 7:45 p.m.
• Blossom Street:
  • Westbound lanes between the Blossom Street bridge and Assembly Street will close at 6:45 p.m.
  • Eastbound lanes will remain open during the race.
  • Blossom Street is expected to reopen by approximately 9:00 p.m.