Programs
We are excited to celebrate a very special milestone — the 40th Anniversary of the Benson Pony Express!
This year’s celebration is especially significant as we honor the history that connects Benson to the Butterfield Stage. While the original Pony Express did not come through Benson, the Benson Pony Express was founded 40 years ago as a way to commemorate the historic Butterfield Overland Mail Stage, which traveled through Benson from 1858 to 1861.
For generations, this history has helped shape the identity of our community. The Benson Pony Express keeps that legacy alive by bringing our community together to celebrate our past while creating new memories for the future.
This year’s celebration is especially significant as we honor the history that connects Benson to the Butterfield Stage. While the original Pony Express did not come through Benson, the Benson Pony Express was founded 40 years ago as a way to commemorate the historic Butterfield Overland Mail Stage, which traveled through Benson from 1858 to 1861.
For generations, this history has helped shape the identity of our community. The Benson Pony Express keeps that legacy alive by bringing our community together to celebrate our past while creating new memories for the future.
Note:
Information regarding check-in and details pertaining to the event will be sent via email on October 6, 2026.
Vendor check-in and set up: 8am - 9:30am
VENDORS:
IF YOU ARE SELLING GOODS OR SERVICES, YOU MUST HAVE A CURRENT CITY OF BENSON BUSINESS LICENSE.
Business license applications must turned in to City Hall no later than Friday, October 2nd @ 5:00 pm.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Program Type | Vendors |
| Program Subcategory | - |
| Program Code | - |
| Online Registration | Yes |
| Enrollment Begin Date | 9/20/2026 |
| Enrollment End Date | 10/4/2026 |
| Instructor(s) | - |
| Gender | Any Gender |
| Enrollment Minimum | - |
| Maximum | 30 |
| Grade Minimum | |
| Maximum | |
| Age Minimum | - |
| Maximum | - |
| Standard Fee | Residency Restriction | Membership Restrictions | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vendor - Non food, 10' x 10' | -None- |
-None-
|
$25.00 |
| Add On Fee | Residency Restriction | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Adtnl Space - Non Food 10 x 10 | -None- | $25.00 |
| Date | Day | Start Time | End Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2026 | Saturday | 10:00 AM | 7:30 PM | San Pedro Golf Course |