Polar Plunge & Run

r Plunge & Run is fundraising. The amazing Polar Plunge Fundraisers are the backbone of this event. Prizes are available for fundraisers! To fundraise, click on Become a Fundraiser in the menu above. TEAMS Get your team together for the 2026 Polar Plunge. Prizes are available for biggest teams and top team fundraisers. TO REGISTER How to Register Before the Event: Click on the Sign Up button in the top right How to Register At the Event: Online registration does not close until the race starts. We strongly encourage you to register at home or on your phone before visiting the registration tents. Participants who register at the event will be asked to scan a QR Code with their phone to register digitally. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Visit the Schedule of Events by clicking HERE HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE Special Olympics New Hanover County provides year-round sports training, competition, social events, and Summer Camp for individuals eight years of age and older with intellectual disabilities. In New Hanover County, more than 1000 athletes participate in Special Olympics. The program relies solely on private and corporate support as well as the efforts of over 500 volunteers to provide these services at no cost to the athletes or their families.