Vegas Polar Plunge
- Date Sat 24th January 2026
- Time 12:00PM PST
- Location Henderson, Nevada
- Price $22.20 - $64.60
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Vegas Polar Plunge on Saturday, January 24, 2026, in Henderson, Clark! This unique event invites participants to embrace the chill with a variety of race options, including a 5K, virtual 5K, 1-mile, virtual 1-mile, or simply the plunge for those who want to jump straight into the icy waters. Last year's water temperatures dipped into the high 30s, so brace yourself for a refreshing challenge!
The race will take place at the picturesque Silver Springs outdoor pool, featuring a scenic course along the Pittman Wash Trail. All participants will receive a cozy Vegas Polar Plunge beanie to keep warm after the plunge, along with delicious post-race goodies like hot chocolate, coffee, cookies, and even some special treats for the adults! If running isn’t your style, join us at 12:30 PM for the plunge-only option, where you can dive into the frigid water and still enjoy all the tasty refreshments. Don’t miss out on this thrilling winter event that brings community spirit and fun to the forefront—mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of cold water excitement!
The race will take place at the picturesque Silver Springs outdoor pool, featuring a scenic course along the Pittman Wash Trail. All participants will receive a cozy Vegas Polar Plunge beanie to keep warm after the plunge, along with delicious post-race goodies like hot chocolate, coffee, cookies, and even some special treats for the adults! If running isn’t your style, join us at 12:30 PM for the plunge-only option, where you can dive into the frigid water and still enjoy all the tasty refreshments. Don’t miss out on this thrilling winter event that brings community spirit and fun to the forefront—mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable day of cold water excitement!
Organiser's Description
Come out and run in January with us! Choose a 5k, virtual 5k, 1M, virtual 1M, or just the plunge option! You will finish the race by jumping into very cold water! In 2022, the water was in the low 40's. In 2023, the water was in the high 30's. We will see what the temperature brings us in 2025! The race will be held at the Silver Springs outdoor pool, and the course will traverse the Pittman Wash Trail! All of our runners will receive Vegas Polar Plunge beanie to help keep your heads warm!
Packet Pickup
Please arrive to the staging area 45 minutes -1 hour prior to event time to picket up bib.
Goodies!
We will have hot chocolate, coffee, and cookies for all of our runners after their courageous dip in the pool! For those who are over 21 years old, we will have something extra tasty to add to the hot chocolate. Also, cold Heineken Silver beer & Monster Energy drinks!
Plunge without the run
There are those that would just prefer to plunge into the freezing waters without running! We got you! At 12:30 PM, we will open the pool up for those plungers! All goodies are also available to the plungers. Vegas Polar Plunge race beanies will be available to purchase for nonrunners
*Fee goes to the pool rental.
Locker rooms and showers
The locker rooms and showers at this location are always clean and spacious. The showers will be hot and ready for you!
* Locker rooms are not co-ed
Virtual Runners
Run with us in spirit! All virtual runners will receive a medal and beanie in the mail within a week after the race. If there is a cold body of water around after your run...JUMP IN!!
Packet Pickup
Please arrive to the staging area 45 minutes -1 hour prior to event time to picket up bib.
Goodies!
We will have hot chocolate, coffee, and cookies for all of our runners after their courageous dip in the pool! For those who are over 21 years old, we will have something extra tasty to add to the hot chocolate. Also, cold Heineken Silver beer & Monster Energy drinks!
Plunge without the run
There are those that would just prefer to plunge into the freezing waters without running! We got you! At 12:30 PM, we will open the pool up for those plungers! All goodies are also available to the plungers. Vegas Polar Plunge race beanies will be available to purchase for nonrunners
*Fee goes to the pool rental.
Locker rooms and showers
The locker rooms and showers at this location are always clean and spacious. The showers will be hot and ready for you!
* Locker rooms are not co-ed
Virtual Runners
Run with us in spirit! All virtual runners will receive a medal and beanie in the mail within a week after the race. If there is a cold body of water around after your run...JUMP IN!!
Races
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5k Run & Optional Plunge
Incl. $4.60 Fee & Polar Plunge Stocking Cap
Sat 24th January 2026 (12:00PM PST)
$64.60
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5k Virtual
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Polar Plunge Stocking Cap
$43.40
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1-Mile Run & Optional Plunge
Incl. $2.50 Fee & Polar Plunge Stocking Cap
Sat 24th January 2026 (12:00PM PST)
$27.50
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Plunge Only
Incl. $2.20 Fee & Polar Plunge Stocking Cap
Sat 24th January 2026 (1:00PM PST)
$22.20
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