News Release: 2025 Tommy’s Olympic Speed Walk, an Event By BeLikeTommy Project, To Be FREE For All
EVENT PRESS RELEASE
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Release Date: Apr 15, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Minnetrista, MN – The BeLikeTommy Project invites the community to experience a day built entirely around community, inclusion, and fun at the 4th Annual Tommy’s Olympic Speed Walk, hosted at the Mound Westonka High School track. Designed to create a welcoming space for everyone, this free event welcomes people of all ages and abilities to join in a joyful 1.1-mile walk and celebration.
Date: Sunday, June 1, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Mound Westonka High School Track, 5905 Sunnyfield Rd East, Minnetrista, MN 55364
Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/MN/Minnetrista/TommysOlympicSpeedWalk or by following the links on the BeLikeTommy website
Registration is free, and every participant receives a complimentary event t-shirt at check-in (if you register by May 11). The event opens at 10:00 AM with family-friendly activities, and the walk begins at 11:00 AM. Speed, distance, or ability doesn’t matter; this is about showing off your most joyful speed-walk style, laughing along the way, and coming together as a community.
Event Highlights:
The Joy Mobile - a mobile sensory truck offering a quiet, calming space with sensory activities for anyone who needs a break from the crowd
Inflatable Obstacle Course
Vinyl Spin Art
Crazy Hair and Face Painting
Celebrity Mascot Appearances & Races - featuring confirmed appearances by Goldy Gopher and TC Bear
Free Nail Painting (sponsored by ProNails)
Kids’ Yoga (sponsored by The Cave)
Tug-of-War and CrossNet Competition
Bounce House
And much more!
After the walk, the celebration continues on the field with a live DJ, food trucks, free crazy hair styling, temporary tattoos, face painting, balloon animals, bouncy houses, vinyl spin art, fire truck tours, photo ops and more. All activities are free and designed to help every child and adult feel included and seen.
“This event celebrates everything that makes the BeLikeTommy Project so special: community, inclusion, kindness, and of course…fun!,” said Jane Wolke, Event Co-Chair. “We believe joy should be accessible to everyone—regardless of ability, income or situation. This walk is about community, kindness and creating experiences where all kids feel like they belong.”
Sponsorship Opportunities Available:
Local businesses and individuals who want to be part of this joyful day are encouraged to support through sponsorship. Opportunities at various levels are available. Contact info@beliketommy.org to learn more and receive a sponsorship packet.
About the BeLikeTommy Project:
BeLikeTommy Project is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that exists to bring joy to the lives of others, especially kids that are most vulnerable to bullying. It was founded in 2021 after Tommy Nash, a 14-year-old in Mound, MN, died from Sudden Cardiac Arrest. Through inclusive community events and individual experiences, the organization honors the joyful legacy of Tommy Nash and works to ensure every child/teenager feels valued, celebrated and included. (One example is holding a birthday party for a child whose family can’t afford it). Funds also go to supporting other organizations focused on inclusion and bringing kindness and joy to others.
Register or learn more at:
https://www.beliketommy.org
Media Contact:
Tiffany Beitler
Tiff@plaidmoosecreative.com
612-799-1643
