Pony Express 5K
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Pony Express 5K
The Pony Express 5K is a timed road race held on June 6, 2026, in Saint Joseph, Missouri. The course starts and finishes at the Pony Express Museum and covers a distance of 5K (3.1 miles). The event takes place at 914 Penn Street, Saint Joseph, MO 64503.
The race is professionally timed and includes age group awards. All finishers receive a commemorative race medal. Race T‑shirts are available for an additional fee of $5, with sizes XXL and XXXL available for $7; T‑shirt orders are due on May 11. Registration opens January 4, 2026, and closes June 1, 2026; the entry fee is $40.
The event is presented as a fundraiser that benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and supports a local fundraising team training for the New York City Marathon. The event is planned to run rain or shine and will be canceled only for unsafe conditions. Because this is a fundraiser, no refunds are provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
