The Pony Express Riders of Iowa are holding a Horse Show and Queen Contest at the Marion County Fairgrounds today, with all proceeds from the event donated to Easter Seals Camp Sunnyside.

The event includes classes and contests, with membership registration available the day of the show. The Queen Contest will be split up into three categories, a Princess for ages 9 and under, a Junior Queen for ages 10-15, a Senior Queen for ages 16-26. Special needs royalty will also be crowned. Jan Sieren with the Pony Express Riders of Iowa tells KNIA/KRLS News raising money for Camp Sunnyside is important because it not only serves those with special needs from around the area, but also serves as a respite care facility for someone who cares for a special needs person to be able to have a safe place for them to drop off their charges for awhile. The entry fee for a class is $3, or $20 for an all-day pass, and you must be registered to compete in the queen contest. The event opens at 9am for registration, with the shows starting at 10am.