Early-bird registration ends soon – Register today at scalethestrat.org to climb all 1,455 stairs up Las Vegas’ iconic The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower
LAS VEGAS – October 20, 2026 – Join hundreds of stair climbers, lung disease survivors, their loved ones, athletes and lung health advocates on Sunday, February 21, 2027, for Scale The STRAT – the American Lung Association in Nevada’s signature Fight For Air Climb event.
Scale The STRAT is the 1,455-step challenge up all 108 floors of the iconic The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower. Participants of all abilities are encouraged to take on the challenge while also supporting the Lung Association’s lifesaving work of advancing lung health education, fueling groundbreaking research and advocating for cleaner air.
Registration is now open at scalethestrat.org. Through October 25, 2026, climbers can register for just $20 in addition to a $200 fundraising minimum. Day-of registration will be available for $50, plus the fundraising minimum, so climbers are highly encouraged to sign up early and secure their spot for Las Vegas’ premier stair climb event!
“Scale The STRAT is the one day each year when our whole community climbs together for the people who can’t catch their breath,” said Chris Quaresma, chair of the Scale The STRAT committee. “Whether it’s your first climb or your fifteenth, every step helps fund the research, education and support that those with lung disease rely on.”
Scale The STRAT is an official timed event with participants entering the stairwell individually in staggered heats. First-time climbers, return participants and elite athletes chasing record times will all receive their official race time along with a finish line photo and medal to help recognize their accomplishment.
Scale The STRAT is made possible through the strong and generous support of sponsors who care about those affected by lung disease and the health of our entire community. For 18 years, The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower has graciously donated the expertise of its team members, services and use of the iconic facility for this popular athletic fundraising event. KTNV-13, the ABC affiliate in Las Vegas is the official television broadcast partner and Beasley Media Group is the official radio partner.
About the American Lung Association
The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. The work of the American Lung Association is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer; to champion clean air for all; to improve the quality of life for those with lung disease and their families; and to create a tobacco-free future. For more information about the American Lung Association, which has a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and is a Platinum-Level GuideStar Member, call 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872) or visit: Lung.org. To support the work of the American Lung Association, find a local event at Lung.org/events.
About The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower
The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower has introduced a full reinvention of the iconic property since Golden Entertainment, Inc. took ownership in late 2017. Located on the north Strip at the gateway to the Arts District at 2000 S. Las Vegas Blvd., the hotel offers 2,427 guest rooms, including the newly remodeled “Elevate” series rooms and suites, and an 80,000-square-foot casino. The 1,149-foot STRAT Tower is comprised of Top of the World Steakhouse, serving award-winning cuisine in a 360-degree rotating dining room on the 106th floor; the Observation Deck, which offers SkyJump, 108 Eats and 108 Drinks, located on the 108th floor; and a thrilling ride, Big Shot, located at the top of the tower. The STRAT’s main floor features CHĪ Asian Kitchen, PT’s Wings & Sports, McCall’s, View Lounge and STRAT Café, each offering chef-driven cuisine, as well as the William Hill Sports Book and REMIX Lounge. Swim & Social, a rooftop resort-style pool and play experience, is open to the public for a fee and offers yard games, a poolside café and more. Shows and entertainment include “ROUGE,” an exciting, topless spectacular and immersive, sensual experience and L.A. Comedy Club, which showcases up-and-coming stand-up comics. Located next to The STRAT, the new Atomic Golf spans 100,000 square feet and four floors with 103 digitally enhanced golfing bays, six full-service bars, eight digital putting bays and more. Golden Entertainment, Inc.’s innovative guest loyalty rewards program, True Rewards®, is now available at The STRAT and 70+ other locations. More information is available at TheSTRAT.com or by calling 702-380-7777. The STRAT is active on social media platforms, including Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube.
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