Running of the Balls returns to Park City for Miners Day

PARK CITY, Utah — Thousands of golf balls will roll down historic Main Street on Sept. 7 as the Park City Rotary Club brings back its annual Running of the Balls celebration as part of Park City’s Miners Day festivities.

The fundraiser gives participants a chance to win prizes while supporting Park City Rotary scholarships, community programs, and grants for local nonprofit organizations.

Golf balls can be purchased for $10 for one ball, $20 for three, $50 for eight, or $100 for 20 “Huge Balls.”

Participants can also purchase a $100 Silver Strike Ball. Only 200 Silver Strike Balls will be available, with the winning ball receiving a $3,000 Fly, Stay & Play travel package.

For those looking to make the most of the Miners Day celebration, the Rotary Club is also offering its Big Ballers Club. Membership costs $375 for an individual or $550 per couple and includes a Silver Strike Ball, 20 Running of the Balls entries, VIP access to the Big Baller Lounge at The Cabin on Main Street, a breakfast buffet, two drink coupons, exclusive swag and prime seating for the Miners Day Parade.

Ball purchases and Big Ballers Club memberships are available at parkcityminersday.org.