Polar Plunge: On the Beach, 105 Atlantic Avenue, Kure Beach, NC 28449
🚗 PARKING
Availability: Parking is available at any legal street parking spot in surrounding blocks.
Fees: Parking fees may apply.
🏃 EVENTS OFFERED
5K: This is a timed event.
1 Mile: This event is not timed. (PLEASE NOTE: The 1 Mile starts before the 5K at 1:00pm)
Polar Plunge: Because some people are just worth freezing for!
Participation: You can run or walk the 5K or 1 Mile.
💰 FUNDRAISING
Importance: A big part of the Polar Plunge & Run is fundraising.
Fundraisers: Amazing Polar Plunge Fundraisers are the backbone of this event.
Prizes: Prizes are available for fundraisers!
Get Involved: To fundraise, click on Become a Fundraiser in the menu above.
👥 TEAMS
Team Gathering: Get your team together for the 2026 Polar Plunge.
Competition: Prizes are available for biggest teams and top team fundraisers.
📝 TO REGISTER
Before the Event: Click on the Sign Up button in the top right.
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.
Registration: Participants who register at the event will be asked to scan a QR Code with their phone to register digitally.
🕒 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Details: Visit the Schedule of Events by clicking HERE.
🤝 HOW YOUR REGISTRATION MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Support Services: 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.
Impact: In New Hanover County, more than 1000 athletes participate in Special Olympics.
Funding: The program relies solely on private and corporate support as well as the efforts of over 500 volunteers.
Cost-Free: These services are provided at no cost to the athletes or their families.