Allianz Field hosting Fight For Air Climb this weekend

People will be taking the stairs at Allianz Field in St. Paul this weekend to support the American Lung Association.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s Fight For Air Climb had to make some changes.

"We are limiting capacity, social distancing is in place we have extra cleaning protocols and staggered start times so everyone can expect a really safe experience," Mindee Kastelic, with the American Lung Association, said.

However, funds from the event will continue to fund life-saving research. Of each dollar raised, 89 cents goes to education, research and advocacy.

Lung cancer remains the nation’s No. 1 cancer killer, although survival rates are improving.

Registration for Saturday’s event ends Thursday night. More information and registration forms are available online.

The organization is also offering a "Climb Your Way" option for those who can’t make it to the event.

5 EYEWITNESS NEWS anchor Matt Belanger will be bringing his energy and enthusiasm as the event host.

The climb begins at 8 a.m. Saturday.