2026 Plattsburgh Polar Plunge

The 2026 Plattsburgh Polar Plunge benefiting Special Olympics New York will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at Plattsburgh City Beach on Lake Champlain.
Hundreds of participants from across the North Country are expected to take the icy leap in support of local athletes with intellectual disabilities.

The Polar Plunge is one of the region’s most anticipated winter fundraising events, bringing together community members, law enforcement agencies, schools, businesses, and families to make a direct impact on the lives of more than 50,000 Special Olympics athletes across New York State — including hundreds right here in the North Country.

Every dollar raised stays local and helps provide:

*Free year-round sports training and competition
*Health screenings and wellness programs
*Unified sports opportunities in schools
*Leadership and life-skills development for athletes

There is no cost to athletes or families to participate in Special Olympics programs, thanks to the generosity of supporters and plungers who are willing to take the icy challenge.

Participants can register as individuals or form teams, set fundraising goals, earn incentives, and enjoy a high-energy atmosphere filled with music, costumes, and community spirit before taking the plunge into the waters of Lake Champlain