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Join Us for the Polar Plunge
Santa Cruz Boardwalk | March 1
Ready to brave the waters for Special Olympics Northern California? On March 1, join the Santa Cruz County Polar Plunge, a fun dip, skip or jump into chilly waters for a great cause! The Polar Plunge is a global Special Olympics fundraising tradition where festive supporters splash into chilly waters in support of our athletes and mission. Gather your friends for this crazy event and come join the fun!
The Polar Plunge isn’t a swim: It's a celebration of community and inclusivity. It’s a chance to be with friends, make new connections, and experience the beautiful beaches of Santa Cruz. Part costume party, part test of will, the Plunge is all for the benefit of Special Olympics.
Plungers can brave the waters however they’d like, from dipping in a toe or two to a fully immersive splash. Don’t want to get wet? No worries! Register as a chicken and you can still raise funds, enjoy the festivities and help support Special Olympics. However you choose to participate, it's time to bear down for the Santa Cruz County Polar Plunge.
HOW IT WORKS

Plungers can form or join teams, or sign up as an individual. Every Plunger must raise a minimum of $125 and will receive a Polar Plunge T-shirt and lunch. Cool School participants must raise a minimum of $50 to Plunge but need to raise a minimum of $125 to earn the T-shirt and lunch. Everyone is encouraged to raise additional funds and earn cool incentive rewards. The more you raise, the more you can help directly impact the lives of Special Olympics athletes, their families, and our community. Your cheering squad can join you for lunch for $15 per person. Purchase lunch tickets

DID SOMEONE SAY AWARDS?

We’ll also present awards to the top individual and team fundraisers, as well as for best costumes. That’s right! Everyone is encouraged to dress in costume for the Plunge. They aren't mandatory, but they’re a fun part of the global Polar Plunge tradition. So go with the flow and dress up, whether with your team or solo.

Everyone wins at the Polar Plunge. Be brave in your attempt and make a splash for our amazing Special Olympics NorCal athletes! All funds raised will support the sports, educational, health and leadership programs our athletes enjoy for free.

BE A SPONSOR

There are a wide variety of ways to be sponsor opportunities. This is the perfect way to engage your company in a community, family-oriented event. Contact Jennifer at JenniferR@sonc.org to learn more.

Register today and make a difference for children and adults with intellectual disabilities!

If you have any questions or need any assistance, please email Plunge@sonc.org.

2025 Santa Cruz Polar Plunge

#JumpInForSO

2025 Santa Cruz Polar Plunge

#JumpInForSO

Sponsorship Opportunities

We're offering a range of sponsorship opportunities providing a variety of benefits and ways you can show your support.

For more information please contact Plunge@sonc.org