Register now for the Big Little Hero Race April 19
TRAVERSE CITY — Northwestern Michigan College’s Professional Communications students will use their newly developed skills to organize, promote and host the 10th annual Big Little Hero Race on Saturday, April 19 starting at 9 a.m. The event will occur on NMC’s Front Street campus, specifically in and around the Timothy J. Nelson Innovation Center (TJNIC).
This year’s events include:
- One-mile fun run with complementary capes (Free)
- 5K run ($30)
- 10K run ($35)
Register by April 4 to ensure a t-shirt or by March 23 for an early-bird discount.
Family activities occurring in addition to the race feature:
- Superhero egg hunt (1,000 eggs)
- Bake sale (local bakeries)
- Sensory room
- Carnival games and prizes
- Silent auction
- Award ceremony: Prizes for all top runners in numerous age groups
Each year, students honor a ‘Local Hero’ to receive an award recognizing their community support, dedication and mentorship. This year, local educators will receive the ‘Local Hero’ award. Visit biglittleherorace.com for more information and an educator discount code.
All proceeds from this event will go towards the race and scholarships for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwestern Michigan children to attend NMC’s College for Kids summer programming.
For more information, to become a sponsor or to register for the race, visit biglittleherorace.com.
Release Date: March 6, 2025
For More Information:
Mitchell Mosley
Public Relations Specialist
(231) 714-0924
mosley14@mail.nmc.edu
Kristy McDonald
Business Instructor
(231) 735-1055
kmcdonald@nmc.edu