By Paige Gurgainers

Pearls of Purpose, a club made up of local women, is preparing to stir their cauldrons and hop on their brooms once again for the second annual Witches Ride of Minden set for October 24, 2024.  

Participants will be able to purchase a ticket and dress up in their best witchy attire and stroll, ride or bike through downtown Minden.  

The inaugural event last year brought in 400 participants, 25 sponsorships and a spooktastic $10K raised and split between two local organizations – Miller Quarters Park and We’re Here Minden.  

“We are expecting an even larger crown this year than last year,” said Head Witch Sara Overall. 

They will be announcing the Grand Marshal and charities of choice in the coming months leading up to the event.  

According to Overall, it was said last year that it was the best parade with all the themes, costumes and  throws. Many described the evening as “being something out of a Hallmark movie” with families and children waving as the “witches” rode by.  

“We encourage the homes in the historic district and downtown businesses to get festive this year for the Halloween season with decor and a party the night of the ride,” said Overall.  

This group of ladies is currently working to secure sponsorships for this year’s ride. Information on that can be found on their social media channels: Witches Ride of Minden or their linktree link: linktr.ee/witchesrideminden . Tickets will go live on Sept. 1.