Event Info
Aon Step Up for Kids, presented by KPMG, is an 80-floor stair climb to the top of the Aon Center in Chicago, ending with a celebration in support of the patients and families at Lurie Children’s. Fundraising proceeds are directed to K.I.D.S.S. for Kids, an affiliated organization of Lurie Children's, and its commitment to the hospital's Department of Family Services.
The Step Up for Kids climb is customizable for any type of stair climber from beginners to competitive climbers. You can register for the 80-floor climb, complete a half-climb, race to the top or take it slow and easy. You can also climb alone or with family or friends.
The date of the 2024 Step Up for Kids stair climb will be announced soon. Registration for Step Up for Kids is planned to open in the fall of 2023!
Registration
Online registration will close on Tuesday, January 31st at 12pm. Participants can register in person at packet pick-up at Fleet Feet Sports or on event day at the Aon Center.
To save time and download the registration form to complete ahead of time, click HERE. This way, you’ll only need to pay upon arrival.
- Adult Participant: $50 + 100 of fundraising committed by March 5
- Child Participant (12 and under): Free
Packet Pick-Up
Participants can pick-up their "packet" (Race bib and event t-shirt) before the event at Fleet Feet Sports in the South Loop (150 West Roosevelt Road) or at the Aon Center on event day. Date and times are below:
Thursday February 2
Fleet Feet South Loop
3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday February 3
Fleet Feet South Loop
3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday February 4
Fleet Feet South Loop
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday February 5
Sopraffina inside the lower level lobby of the Aon Center (SW corner of building). If you park in the parking garage, take the elevators up and follow signs. From the Randolph street entrance to the building it’s immediately on the left.
Please arrive an hour before your start time if you are picking up your packet on event day.
You may pick-up packets for team or family members.
If you are doing this, please notify Aly ahead of time. You are then responsible for communicating to your team or family that you have their materials. We don’t want them going all the way to packet-pickup if their stuff isn’t there!
Start Times and Results
Start times can be viewed here.
Getting There
The Aon Center is conveniently located at 200 E Randolph in downtown Chicago.
Parking:
Discounted parking is available for just $6 in the Aon Center Garage. Directions to the garage can be found here.
Public Transportation:
The closest CTA station is Wabash Randolph (purple/brown) or Lake (red). From Lake, walk east to Michigan Ave, go south one block to E. Randolph St., and then walk east to the Aon Center. From Wabash/Randolph, just walk straight east down E. Randolph St. You can view on a map here.
What to Bring
Wear comfortable shoes and clothes to climb stairs. Gear check will be provided on site, but for those who are parking in the building you may leave winter clothing items in your car.
Hands must be free when you enter the stairwell to climb, so all belongings must be left at gear check or secured in pockets.
Where to Meet Your Team
There is a team meet-up area located in the lower level lobby. Map coming soon.
Gear Check
There will be a complimentary secured gear check at the Aon Center monitored by volunteers. Each stepper is required to check all gear, aside from cell phones. Your gear will be checked according to your bib number. We cannot be responsible for any lost or stolen items, so please do not check anything of value.
Site Maps
Water Stations
Water will be available for all participants on floors 10, 20, 30, 43, 52, 62, 71, 80
Medical
An advanced life support ambulance will be on site for the duration of the event.
Post Climb Celebration sponsored by CH Robinson
Celebrate your accomplishment at the post-event celebration, sponsored by C.H. Robinson!
Recover with water and fruit.
Enjoy ice cream, cold beer, and other food.
Soak in the amazing views from the 80th floor
Dance to two live bands: Spakl and Next Week.
Covid-19 Information
Description of Safety Requirements:
Step Up for Kids will adhere to all CDC, IDPH, and CDPH or other applicable public health guidelines for capacity restrictions, face covering/masking, food and drink service, and social distancing. Participants and attendees must be free from symptoms of COVID-19, recent COVID-19 exposure and at least ten days past any positive COVID-19 test. Participants agree to comply with (i) all applicable law, (ii) the current recommendations and guidance regarding COVID-19 and other contagious diseases issued by the CDC and applicable public health authorities, and (iii) all rules of the venues and hosts.
COVID-19 vaccination is strongly encouraged. For more information on COVID-19, including factors that may put you at higher risk, please consult your health care professional.
Symptoms/COVID Exposure:
All participants must agree to and comply with the following when registering for the event: I understand and agree that I must not attend the event if I have any symptoms of COVID-19, including fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting or diarrhea. I also agree that, if I have been in close contact with someone who was COVID-19 positive within ten days of the event, I will not attend.
Fundraising Prizes
If you raise $1,000 or more by event day, you can pick up your VIP Stepper prizes at Bib Pick-Up and T-Shirt Pick Up the morning of Step Up. Participants will be emailed after the fundraising deadline on March 5, if they qualify for other fundraising level prizes. Check out the Social Swag Kit for templates, graphics and GIFs to inspire friends, family and co-workers to support your fundraising efforts.
