October 2024 • Nebraskaland 21
October — the busiest weekend of the year for Indian Cave.
In addition to the Pink Pumpkin Walk, the park also hosts a
junk and craft market, trick-or-treating and hayrack rides.
It's important to call ahead to register, Alexander said, as
all proceeds go to one of several local cancer organizations.
Those who register will receive a T-shirt, as well as the
option to buy a memorial pumpkin to honor a loved one.
Music is a big part of the event, with certain songs played
at key moments. The 2-mile walk begins to the sound of
"Fight Song" by Rachel Platten, with other selected songs
playing throughout. Participants don't have to walk the
entire length of the route, but they may choose to do so.
The hand-decorated and personalized pumpkins are
The Chrome Divas of Omaha, a motorcycle organization
supporting those with breast cancer, rode to the event in
2023.
When registering for the walk, participants may choose to
buy a memorial pumpkin in honor of a loved one.
Pink Pumpkin Walk participants walk a route lined with
memorial pumpkins at Indian Cave State Park.
