2026 Provincetown Polar Bear Plunge
- Date Thu 1st January 2026
- Time 12:00PM EST
- Location Provincetown, Massachusetts
- Price $71.40
- Races 2 races
Event summary
Get ready to kick off the New Year with an exhilarating splash at the 2026 Provincetown Polar Bear Plunge! Taking place on Thursday, January 1, 2026, in the scenic town of Provincetown, Barnstable, this beloved event marks its 10th annual celebration. At 11 AM, participants will gather at the Johnson Street parking lot to collect T-shirts, warm up at the Funk Bus station, and enjoy hot coffee while supporting the vital work of the Center for Coastal Studies.
As the clock strikes noon, brave plungers will dash into the invigorating waters of Provincetown Harbor. Registration for single participants is just $65, and teams of 2-5 members can join the fun while committing to a personal fundraising goal of at least $100 each. Not able to dive in person? No problem! You can still take part virtually by sharing your plunge on social media with the hashtag #PolarPlunge26. Join us for this unforgettable event that combines thrill, community spirit, and a great cause—all while making a splash in support of ocean conservation!
As the clock strikes noon, brave plungers will dash into the invigorating waters of Provincetown Harbor. Registration for single participants is just $65, and teams of 2-5 members can join the fun while committing to a personal fundraising goal of at least $100 each. Not able to dive in person? No problem! You can still take part virtually by sharing your plunge on social media with the hashtag #PolarPlunge26. Join us for this unforgettable event that combines thrill, community spirit, and a great cause—all while making a splash in support of ocean conservation!
Organiser's Description
ON NEW YEARS DAY 2026, PROVINCETOWN WILL CELEBRATE THE 10TH ANNUAL POLAR BEAR PLUNGE!
On that day, hundreds of intrepid plungers will meet in the Johnson Street parking lot at 11AM, collect T-shirts, enjoy the Funk Bus warming station and piping hot coffee while learning about the important work of the Center for Coastal Studies (CCS). At 12 PM, registrants will run, splash, and plunge into the waters of Provincetown Harbor!
THE COST FOR SINGLE PLUNGE REGISTRANTS IS $65.
PARTICIPANTS MAY REGISTER WITH A TEAM! EACH TEAM MUST CONSIST OF 2-5 REGISTRANTS. EACH TEAM MEMBER WILL ALSO REGISTER FOR $65, AND WILL _ALSO_ BE RESPONSIBLE FOR A PERSONAL FUNDRAISING GOAL OF AT LEAST $100. TO CREATE A NEW TEAM, PLEASE SELECT THE TEAM REGISTRATION EVENT FROM THE POLAR PLUNGE HOMEPAGE. IN ORDER TO JOIN A PREEXISTING TEAM, PLEASE REGISTER AS A SINGLE REGISTRANT AND OPT INTO THE PREEXISTING TEAM FUNDRAISER NAME WITH THE SEARCH TEAM FUNDRAISERS BUTTON IN THE REGISTRATION PROCESS. SHOW OFF YOUR TEAM'S STANDING AND SUPPORT FOR THE CCS BY MAKING IT ONTO OUR LEADERBOARD!
This year, single registrants and teams are also encouraged to pledge additional fundraising efforts to help support The Center for Coastal Studies, but it is not required. If you are unable to participate in this year's Polar Plunge in person, WE WILL GRATEFULLY ACCEPT SINGLE REGISTRATIONS FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY! Registrants may participate virtually by posting a video or photo of their plunge on social media with the hashtag #PolarPlunge26. The best off-site plunge will be posted to @visitptown and @centerforcoastalstudies
Registration opens at 11 AM. All registrants must arrive by 11:30 AM. Plunge at 12 PM!
ALL PLUNGERS MUST WEAR WATER-SHOES TO PREVENT INJURY BY SHARP ROCKS AND/OR OYSTER SHELLS IN THAT PART OF THE HARBOR.
All registration and pledged proceeds help to support The Center for Coastal Studies.
PRODUCED BY THE PROVINCETOWN BUSINESS GUILD, THIS CHARITY TRADITION PROUDLY CELEBRATES ITS 10TH YEAR AND IS PART OF THE PROVINCETOWN FIRST LIGHT CELEBRATIONS FOR NEW YEAR'S WEEKEND 2025/26.
On that day, hundreds of intrepid plungers will meet in the Johnson Street parking lot at 11AM, collect T-shirts, enjoy the Funk Bus warming station and piping hot coffee while learning about the important work of the Center for Coastal Studies (CCS). At 12 PM, registrants will run, splash, and plunge into the waters of Provincetown Harbor!
THE COST FOR SINGLE PLUNGE REGISTRANTS IS $65.
PARTICIPANTS MAY REGISTER WITH A TEAM! EACH TEAM MUST CONSIST OF 2-5 REGISTRANTS. EACH TEAM MEMBER WILL ALSO REGISTER FOR $65, AND WILL _ALSO_ BE RESPONSIBLE FOR A PERSONAL FUNDRAISING GOAL OF AT LEAST $100. TO CREATE A NEW TEAM, PLEASE SELECT THE TEAM REGISTRATION EVENT FROM THE POLAR PLUNGE HOMEPAGE. IN ORDER TO JOIN A PREEXISTING TEAM, PLEASE REGISTER AS A SINGLE REGISTRANT AND OPT INTO THE PREEXISTING TEAM FUNDRAISER NAME WITH THE SEARCH TEAM FUNDRAISERS BUTTON IN THE REGISTRATION PROCESS. SHOW OFF YOUR TEAM'S STANDING AND SUPPORT FOR THE CCS BY MAKING IT ONTO OUR LEADERBOARD!
This year, single registrants and teams are also encouraged to pledge additional fundraising efforts to help support The Center for Coastal Studies, but it is not required. If you are unable to participate in this year's Polar Plunge in person, WE WILL GRATEFULLY ACCEPT SINGLE REGISTRATIONS FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO PARTICIPATE VIRTUALLY! Registrants may participate virtually by posting a video or photo of their plunge on social media with the hashtag #PolarPlunge26. The best off-site plunge will be posted to @visitptown and @centerforcoastalstudies
Registration opens at 11 AM. All registrants must arrive by 11:30 AM. Plunge at 12 PM!
ALL PLUNGERS MUST WEAR WATER-SHOES TO PREVENT INJURY BY SHARP ROCKS AND/OR OYSTER SHELLS IN THAT PART OF THE HARBOR.
All registration and pledged proceeds help to support The Center for Coastal Studies.
PRODUCED BY THE PROVINCETOWN BUSINESS GUILD, THIS CHARITY TRADITION PROUDLY CELEBRATES ITS 10TH YEAR AND IS PART OF THE PROVINCETOWN FIRST LIGHT CELEBRATIONS FOR NEW YEAR'S WEEKEND 2025/26.
Races
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Single Registration
Incl. $6.40 Fee & 2026 Polar Plunge Towel
Thu 1st January 2026 (12:00PM EST)
$71.40
CLOSED -
Team Registration
Incl. $6.40 Fee & 2026 Polar Plunge Towel
Thu 1st January 2026 (12:00PM EST)
$71.40
CLOSED
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