Madison County Transit’s Muny Express returns for 2026 Season

By Editor | June 10, 2026 |

Saturday evening service connects Madison County riders to Muny performances in Forest Park

By Tribune Staff • Madison County Transit (MCT) is once again making it easy for residents to enjoy a night at The Muny in Forest Park without the hassle of driving and parking in St. Louis. The MCT Muny Express will provide evening service to all Saturday night Muny performances during the 2026 season.

The MCT Muny Express offers convenient transportation from select Madison County locations to The Muny, with buses arriving approximately 30 minutes before showtime and dropping passengers off directly in front of The Muny. Return trips depart from the same location 20 minutes after the show.

“The Muny in Forest Park is one of our region’s greatest summertime traditions and the MCT Muny Express is the best way to get there,” said SJ Morrison, Managing Director of MCT. “Riders can leave the driving to MCT, avoid the traffic and parking and simply enjoy the show.”

The MCT Muny Express will serve the following evening performances in 2026:

Hairspray – Saturday, June 20
Shrek the Musical – Saturday, June 27
South Pacific – Saturday, July 11
Disney’s Newsies – Saturday, July 18
Ain’t Too Proud – Saturday, Aug. 1
Meet Me in St. Louis – Saturday, Aug. 8
Something Rotten! – Saturday, Aug. 22

Muny Express fares are $3 one-way for adults, $1.50 for seniors age 65 and older and persons with disabilities and free for children under age 5. MCT Day Passes are also available for $5. The MCT Muny Express features three routes serving Madison County, with service beginning in Alton, Edwardsville and Highland. A total of 13 pickup locations are available along the routes, providing convenient access for riders in communities throughout the county, including Alton, East Alton, Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Collinsville, Highland, Maryville, St. Jacob and Troy.

Larger groups planning to ride the Muny Express are encouraged to contact MCT in advance at 618-797-INFO (4636) to help guarantee seating. For complete Muny Express schedules, pickup times and fare information, visit mct.org/muny-express.