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[RFDTV] Celebrating America 250: The Pony Express Re-Ride Returns for 2026
WASHOE VALLEY, Nev. (RFD News) — The Pony Express operated for just 18 months, but its legacy continues to capture the imagination of Americans more than 160 years later. Later this month, riders from across the country will take part in the 2026 National Pony Express Re-Ride, retracing the historic route used by Pony Express … Continued
[KOTA] National Pony Express Re-Ride returns June 15-25 as part of America 250 celebration
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) – Riders, history enthusiasts and communities along the Pony Express Trail are preparing for the 2026 National Pony Express Re-Ride, a special event that coincides with the nation’s semiquincentennial celebration. The Missouri Pony Express President will officially open the event at 2 p.m. CDT on Monday, June 15, with the first … Continued
[Elko Daily] Video from Pony Express reenactment at California Trail Days
Pony Express Re-Ride reenactment at California Trail Interpretive Center’s “Trail Days,” June 6, 2026. Watch Video YouTube Video
[North Platte Post] Pony Express Re-Ride to Cross Nebraska During America 250 Celebration
The historic Pony Express will once again ride across the nation this month as part of the 2026 National Pony Express Re-Ride, a 24-hour-a-day horseback relay commemorating one of America’s most iconic mail delivery systems. The event begins June 15 in St. Joseph, Missouri, and follows the original Pony Express route more than 1,900 miles … Continued
[Folsom Times] HISTORIC FOLSOM GEARS UP TO WELCOME PONY EXPRESS RE-RIDE STOP
The sound of hoofbeats will once again echo through Historic Folsom later this month as riders retracing one of America’s most legendary journeys make their way down Sutter Street carrying a traditional Pony Express mochila on the final day of the 2026 National Pony Express Re-Ride. For local residents, history enthusiasts and families looking for … Continued
[Marysville The Advocate] Pony Express reride here on June 16
he annual Pony Express Reride will be traveling through Kansas June 15 and 16. Featured stops include Horton, the Seneca Pony Express Museum, the Marysville Pony Express Museum and Barn and Hollenberg Pony Express Station State Historic Site near Hanover. Kansas route highlights: • St. Joseph, Mo., bridge, Elwood — Monday, June 15, about 3:30 … Continued
[USPS]Northern California Postal Customer Council to Kick Off Famous Pony Express Re-Ride
What: Join the Northern California Postal Customer Council (NCPCC) in reliving the days of the old west through a Pony Express reenactment. The ride kicks off at the start of the NCPCC general membership meeting with a history of the Pony Express followed by the Sacramento Postmaster swearing in the Pony Express rider. This … Continued
[Douglas Budget] Pony Express Re-Ride crosses Wyoming Division June 18–21, honors America’s 250th anniversary
Pollock Pines, CA – The annual Pony Express Re-Ride will traverse the Wyoming Division June 18-21, retracing a rugged and historic stretch of trail that tested the endurance of riders and horses alike. As the nation approaches the United States Semiquincentennial, this segment highlights the resilience and determination that helped bind a young nation together. … Continued
[SVI News] Annual Pony Express Re-Ride will traverse the Wyoming Division June 18–21
The annual Pony Express Re-Ride will traverse the Wyoming Division June 18–21, retracing a rugged and historic stretch of trail that tested the endurance of riders and horses alike. As the nation approaches the United States Semiquincentennial, this segment highlights the resilience and determination that helped bind a young nation together. Riders will pass through … Continued
[Fox 13] America 250: Celebrate with these free and unique events
2026 National Pony Express Re-ride (St. Joseph Montana, to Sacramento, California) When: June 15-25 What: Over 10 days, more than 600 riders will take turns carrying a historic leather mochila (backpack) stuffed with mail across eight states. Organized by the National Pony Express Association as part of the Department of the Interior’s Freedom 250 summer roster, it … Continued