It’s the 2026 Polar Plunge Season!
Registration is now open
FIND YOUR PLUNGE
Find a local plunge near you and click “LEARN MORE” to register or donate.
About the Fundraiser
Take The Plunge
Join us to take the plunge at one of 20 events across Indiana to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics Indiana. As participants in our signature annual fundraiser, you need to raise a minimum of $125 for the opportunity to take part in this bucket-list event, challenging individuals and teams to take an icy dip to demonstrate their commitment to the cause.
All proceeds directly support training and competition opportunities for the more than 20,000 Special Olympics athletes throughout the state.
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Take Home Some Swag
Raise More. Earn More.
The more you raise, the more you earn – and the bigger your impact for Special Olympics Indiana athletes! Every dollar supports life-changing sports and inclusion programs across the state.
- $125
- $300
- $500
- $1,000
- $2,000
- $3,000
- $4,000
Official Polar Plunge T-Shirt
Raise at least $125 and earn this year’s exclusive Polar Plunge T-shirt. Your Badge of honor for taking the icy plunge!
Level Up Your Rewards
Hit $300 and get a Polar Plunge Keep Warm Kit, great for after daring the icy waters!
Go The Extra Mile
Raise $500 and recieve your very own branded Polar Plunge backpack, perfect for showing off your fundraising power.
Top Tier Plunger
Reach $1,000 and this premium Polar Plunge Brumate cup will be all yours as a thank you for your incredible support.
Double The Fun
At $2,000 you don’t have to choose just one. Pick two incentive items at any level.
Triple The Rewards
Raise $3,000 and pick three incentive items of your choice from any of the levels.
Super Plunger Status
At $4,000, you have reached the ultimate level: Super Plunger! You will join an exclusive group of fundraisers recognized for their extraordinary commitment and courage.
Don’t wait! Register now and start fundraising!20
2026 Polar Plunge By the Numbers
Statewide Events
20
Registered Plungers
500
Frequently Asked Questions
Polar Plunge
The 2026 Special Olympics Indiana Polar Plunge schedule includes 20 stops across the state as the 27th annual edition of the signature fundraiser prepares for another great season. The 2026 plunge schedule runs Jan. 31 to March 7, including events designed for communities, colleges, high schools and law enforcement officers.
Registration for 2026 is now available. Scroll up and pick the plunge you want to attend, get registered and start fundraising.
Now. Don’t wait!
Individuals must raise a minimum of $125 to plunge and to receive the event t-shirt. Raise more to earn more prizes, including a spot with the Super Plungers if you raise $4,000 or more.
Email Trevor Hill at thill@soindiana.org for information on how to become a statewide partner of this great event.
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