Fans Flock to Louisville Mega Cavern for 'Survivor' Season 50 Challenge

Contestants had to solve a riddle and complete an obstacle course to find the show's iconic 'Immunity Idol'.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Hundreds of 'Survivor' fans descended on the Louisville Mega Cavern in Kentucky to take part in a special challenge for the show's 50th season. After decoding a riddle, contestants had to navigate an obstacle course deep underground to locate the show's famous 'Immunity Idol'.

Why it matters

The 'Survivor' franchise has remained a pop culture phenomenon for 50 seasons, with fans eager to participate in any official challenges or events related to the show. This special challenge at the Louisville Mega Cavern allowed dedicated viewers to immerse themselves in the 'Survivor' experience in a unique way.

The details

The challenge at the Louisville Mega Cavern was part of a larger promotional campaign for 'Survivor' Season 50. Contestants had to first solve a riddle that led them to the massive underground cave system, where they then had to navigate a series of physical obstacles to reach the hidden 'Immunity Idol'.

  • The challenge took place on February 12, 2026.

The players

Louisville Mega Cavern

A large underground cave system in Louisville, Kentucky that was used as the setting for a special 'Survivor' challenge.

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What they’re saying

“I've been watching 'Survivor' since the very first season, so being able to actually compete in a challenge like this was a dream come true.”

— Sarah Thompson, Contestant (Louisville Courier-Journal)

What’s next

The winner of the Louisville Mega Cavern challenge will receive a special prize related to 'Survivor' Season 50.

The takeaway

This unique 'Survivor' challenge at the Louisville Mega Cavern demonstrates the enduring popularity of the long-running reality TV franchise and the creative ways producers are engaging with devoted fans for milestone seasons.