Black Diamond celebrates with fun run, chili during Miners Day

Black Diamond’s eighth annual Miners Day celebration is set to roll July 7.

Black Diamond’s eighth annual Miners Day celebration is set to roll July 7.

The day begins at 9 a.m. with a 5K run, the second year for the event. Also at 9, the museum opens its doors for anyone wishing to take a glimpse into the small town’s colorful history. The museum remains open until 4 p.m.

A number of events get started at 10 a.m., including a chili cook-off, barbecue at the Eagles, a dunk tank, beer-and-brats garden, vendor booths, live bands and a special craft booth just for children.

A fashion show begins at 10:30 a.m.

The 5K run serves as a fundraiser for the miner memorial planned for the museum site. The cost for online registration – taken until midnight Thursday, July 5 – is $20. T-shirts could not be guaranteed for those registering after July 3. On the day of the race, registration jumps to $25.