Global Climbing Day by The North Face
Once again this year, the brand confirms its commitment to making climbing increasingly inclusive and accessible
The event
Once again this year, The North Face is celebrating Global Climbing Day by organizing a series of free events open to the public in climbing gyms and on crags.
On Aug. 19, five European locations will host climbing champions to promote empathy and the power of community. A sixth city, Milan, will conclude the program on September 13 after the summer break.
The North Face has been part of the climbing community since its founding in 1966. From Yosemite’s Half Dome logo to the extraordinary athlete Margo Hayes who was the first woman to climb a 9a+.
The North Face is organizing the Climbing Festival in Europe for the seventh consecutive year, partnering with local gyms to promote climbing accessibility and inclusivity. In addition to Global Climbing Day, partnerships will offer climbing courses and opportunities. Participate Aug. 19 in London, Berlin, Chamonix, Paris and Cortina d’Ampezzo, meet The North Face athletes, connect with the climbing community and attend workshops and conferences. Learn about climbing and join the celebration of inclusivity through this unique event.
Italian dates
Cortina D’Ampezzo – August 19, 2023
On Saturday, August 19, The North Face is holding a climbing day at the Cortina 360 gym. From 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. climbers, from beginners to advanced, are invited to celebrate Global Climbing Day with free admission and instructors on hand to fully enjoy a day on the wall.
Milan – Urban Wall – September 13, 2023
Closing this program will be Italy, Wednesday, Sept. 13 starting at 4 p.m. with the event organized at Urban Wall (Via Antonio Gramsci 29 – Pero). Featuring team athletes Jacopo Larcher, Camilla Moroni and James Pearson and Ambassador Anna Boschini.
