Big Miles for Little Smiles
- Date Sun 18th October 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Jackson, Michigan
- Price $12.10 - $38.69
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for a heartwarming day of fun and fitness at the 4th Annual Big Miles for Little Smiles event on Sunday, October 18th, 2026, at the picturesque Ella Sharp Park in Jackson! This exciting day features a 5k Run/Walk for participants of all ages and a delightful Kids 1 Mile Fun Run, perfect for young athletes looking to make a splash. Join us in supporting the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Jackson County, which focuses on fostering meaningful one-to-one mentoring relationships for the youth in our community.
Registration prices are set at $25 until August 31st, with tiered pricing leading up to race day, so be sure to secure your spot early! Not only will you receive a cool race t-shirt if you register by October 4th, but you can also enjoy team discounts for groups of four or more. The Kids Fun Run kicks off at 9:00 AM, followed by the 5k at 9:30 AM, and the event promises to be an incredible experience filled with community spirit, team awards, and the joy of giving back. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, walk, and make a difference!
Registration prices are set at $25 until August 31st, with tiered pricing leading up to race day, so be sure to secure your spot early! Not only will you receive a cool race t-shirt if you register by October 4th, but you can also enjoy team discounts for groups of four or more. The Kids Fun Run kicks off at 9:00 AM, followed by the 5k at 9:30 AM, and the event promises to be an incredible experience filled with community spirit, team awards, and the joy of giving back. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to run, walk, and make a difference!
Organiser's Description
We are excited for our 4TH ANNUAL BIG MILES FOR LITTLE SMILES 5k Run/Walk and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run to support BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF JACKSON COUNTY. Our mission at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Jackson County is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. Big Miles for Little Smiles will be held at Ella Sharp Park on Sunday, October 18th, 2026. The proceeds from this event will support the organizations mission to create one-to-one relationships between the Bigs and Littles within the community.
PRICING: $25 until 8/31. $30 from 9/01 to 10/04. $35 from 10/5 to 10/17. $40 race day (_no shirts, online registration only_). Shirts are guaranteed with registrations through 10/4. The Kids Fun Run is $10 and shirts are guaranteed with registration through 10/4.
TEAM PRICING: $5 discount per participant with a team of four or more. The discount will automatically be refunded when you have at least four people join your team. Your team must consist of four or more before registration closes in order to qualify for the team discount of $5 per person. Team members 1-3 will receive a $5 refund once member 4 joins. Member 4+ will automatically pay $5 less. Join in the fun!
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP: Will begin at 8:00 AM at the race start area.
GET A COOL RACE T-SHIRT: T-shirt is guaranteed with paid registration by end of day 10/4. We are offering youth sizes S-XL, adult sizes S-XXXL. Sizes are first come first serve after 10/4.
TEAM AWARDS: Award for the Largest Team, the Most Spirited Team, and the Largest Fundraising Team. See "Teams" at the top of the page for more information.
SCHEDULE: Kids Fun Run starts at 9:00 AM. 5k Run/Walk starts at 9:30 AM.
VOLUNTEERS: Volunteers are needed before, during and after the race. For more information, please contact aparshall@bbbsjackson.org
FAQ section can be found at the top of the page.
The race will be professionally chip timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION. Results will be posted during the race and online at the results tab, top of the page.
PRICING: $25 until 8/31. $30 from 9/01 to 10/04. $35 from 10/5 to 10/17. $40 race day (_no shirts, online registration only_). Shirts are guaranteed with registrations through 10/4. The Kids Fun Run is $10 and shirts are guaranteed with registration through 10/4.
TEAM PRICING: $5 discount per participant with a team of four or more. The discount will automatically be refunded when you have at least four people join your team. Your team must consist of four or more before registration closes in order to qualify for the team discount of $5 per person. Team members 1-3 will receive a $5 refund once member 4 joins. Member 4+ will automatically pay $5 less. Join in the fun!
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP: Will begin at 8:00 AM at the race start area.
GET A COOL RACE T-SHIRT: T-shirt is guaranteed with paid registration by end of day 10/4. We are offering youth sizes S-XL, adult sizes S-XXXL. Sizes are first come first serve after 10/4.
TEAM AWARDS: Award for the Largest Team, the Most Spirited Team, and the Largest Fundraising Team. See "Teams" at the top of the page for more information.
SCHEDULE: Kids Fun Run starts at 9:00 AM. 5k Run/Walk starts at 9:30 AM.
VOLUNTEERS: Volunteers are needed before, during and after the race. For more information, please contact aparshall@bbbsjackson.org
FAQ section can be found at the top of the page.
The race will be professionally chip timed by the MICHIGAN RUNNING FOUNDATION. Results will be posted during the race and online at the results tab, top of the page.
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.69 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (9:30AM EDT)
$38.69
CLOSED -
Kids 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $2.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 18th October 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$12.10
CLOSEDThe 1 Mile Fun Run is for kids 12 years of age and younger. Parents may accompany their child, if preferred, at no extra cost.
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Ella Sharp Park, 2800 Fourth St., Jackson, 49203, MI, United States
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