Step back in time and celebrate Marysville’s history at the Pony Express Roundup!
Old-Fashioned Kids’ Games
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Koester Park
Historic reenactor Rayma Volkmer leads classics like Blind Man’s Bluff, Pick Up Sticks and Hoop and Stick—giving kids a chance to play as they did generations ago.
Carriage Rides & MuseumsEnjoy free horse-drawn carriage rides by Rocking B Carriage, connecting you to Marysville’s historic museums: the Koester House Museum & Gardens, the Marshall County Historic Courthouse, the Pony Express Barn & Museum and the Historic Union Pacific Depot.
Prairie Schoolhouse ExperienceInside the courthouse, step into a one-room schoolhouse. At 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., schoolmarm Diedre Altic conducts class sessions using slates, chalk and period-appropriate lessons to recreate prairie-era schooling.
Explore the MuseumsEach of Marysville’s museums will feature special activities for the Roundup:
Koester House Museum & Gardens: Tours of the Victorian home and gardens.
Marshall County Historic Courthouse: Step inside the one-room schoolhouse exhibit and join the schoolmarm’s lessons.
Pony Express Barn & Museum: Learn the stories of Pony Express riders and see authentic artifacts.
Historic Union Pacific Depot: Explore railroad history and enjoy a look at Marysville’s role as a railroad hub.
Heritage Audio Trail (new this year!)Follow clues through downtown with the Heritage Audio Trail. Listen, learn and discover stories at key stops. Complete the trail, and you’ll win a prize—plus everyone who finishes will be entered to win Chamber Bucks to spend at local businesses.
Live MusicFrom 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., enjoy an immersive western entertainment experience with Geff Dawson & Western Journeys outside the Pony Express Barn and Museum. Geff delivers original cowboy songs, western comedy and cowboy poetry rooted in his Flint Hills ranching background. Joined by Dawn and Cuz Garver on bass and steel guitars, the show blends music, humor and heritage for all ages.
“Truck”wagon DinnerGather on South 8th Street for food trucks including Off My Rocker, Trin’s Cheesecakes N Treats, It’s A Sweet Treat Day Bakery, Bite My Barbecue and The Snow Barn-es. The Parlor will also be there with its famous homemade ice cream.
Free Homemade PieMarysville’s church pie ladies serve free slices of homemade pie. Tables and chairs will be set up downtown to relax, eat and soak up the historic atmosphere.
The Pony Express Roundup is a family-friendly celebration of heritage, history and community. Don’t miss this unforgettable day in downtown Marysville!
