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
Dive into the excitement of the 2026 Provincetown Polar Bear Plunge, taking place on New Year's Day, January 1st, 2026, in the picturesque town of Provincetown, Barnstable. Join hundreds of brave souls at the Johnson Street parking lot at 11 AM, where you'll kick off the festivities with warm coffee and learn about the vital work of the Center for Coastal Studies (CCS). At noon, participants will make a splash as they plunge into the invigorating waters of Provincetown Harbor!
This year marks the 10th annual event, and all registrants will receive a custom Polar Plunge-branded microfiber beach towel to commemorate the occasion. Individual plunge registrations are just $65, and teams of 2-5 can join in on the fun while aiming for a fundraising goal of at least $100 per member. Whether you’re plunging in person or participating virtually by sharing your own splash on social media with the hashtag #PolarPlunge26, you’ll be supporting a great cause! Don't miss this thrilling start to the new year and be part of a beloved tradition that celebrates community spirit and coastal conservation!
This year marks the 10th annual event, and all registrants will receive a custom Polar Plunge-branded microfiber beach towel to commemorate the occasion. Individual plunge registrations are just $65, and teams of 2-5 can join in on the fun while aiming for a fundraising goal of at least $100 per member. Whether you’re plunging in person or participating virtually by sharing your own splash on social media with the hashtag #PolarPlunge26, you’ll be supporting a great cause! Don't miss this thrilling start to the new year and be part of a beloved tradition that celebrates community spirit and coastal 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 11 AM and enjoy piping hot coffee while learning about the vital work of the Center for Coastal Studies (CCS). At 12 PM, registrants will run, splash, and plunge into the waters of Provincetown Harbor!
**New this year: all registrants will receive a custom Polar Plunge-branded microfiber beach towel!**
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 MUST ALSO REGISTER FOR $65, AND 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 11 AM and enjoy piping hot coffee while learning about the vital work of the Center for Coastal Studies (CCS). At 12 PM, registrants will run, splash, and plunge into the waters of Provincetown Harbor!
**New this year: all registrants will receive a custom Polar Plunge-branded microfiber beach towel!**
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 MUST ALSO REGISTER FOR $65, AND 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.
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