On May1, Butte-Glenn Community College’s Big Time event will feature headliners Lil Mike and FunnyBone, a dynamic hip-hop duo known from “America’s Got Talent” and “Reservation Dogs.” Photo courtesy of Butte-Glenn Community College

OROVILLE, CA (MPG) - Butte College invites the community to its third annual Big Time celebration on May 1, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the college’s main campus.

This free, family-friendly event honors Native American cultures and traditions through music, dance, art, food and community connection.

This year’s Big Time event will feature headliners Lil Mike and FunnyBone, a dynamic hip-hop duo known from “America’s Got Talent” and “Reservation Dogs.” As proud members of the Pawnee Nation and Southern Cheyenne tribe, Lil Mike and FunnyBone use music/comedy to uplift Native voices and inspire audiences across the country. Their performance promises to bring energy, heart and humor to the celebration.

The event will also feature California feather dancers, craft and jewelry vendors, food and an elders’ gift giveaway.

One of the highlights for many guests will be the food offerings, which include beloved favorites such as Indian tacos, frybread and Rez dogs that will all be available for purchase throughout the day.

Organized by the Butte College Native American Center in collaboration with a cross-departmental team from student services, the Big Time event is more than a cultural festival; it is a celebration of unity.

“For many Native American families, it feels like a big family reunion,” said Native American Center Supervisor Frankie Medrano. “And it’s a rare opportunity for non-Native attendees to experience California Native culture firsthand.”

Butte-Glenn Community College Superintendent and President Virginia L. Guleff emphasized the significance of the event.

“We are proud to host Big Time as a celebration of the Native peoples of this region and beyond,” she said. “It’s an opportunity for the broader community to engage, learn, and build connections.”

The Big Time celebration is free and open to the public, and all ages are welcome. It offers a meaningful chance to engage with Native culture and support Native artists and entrepreneurs. It also offers the opportunity to connect with the Butte College Native American Center and local organizations.