The Polar Plunge is an annual event that challenges participants to show support for Special Olympics Nebraska by plunging into the North Platte River…in the dead of winter

Date: February 28, 2026

Time: Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m. Teams and individual plunges will start at 10:30 a.m.

Location: Participants report to the YMCA Camp: Riverside Park at 1918 South Beltline Highway West, Scottsbluff, NE 69361

Post- Plunge Party: Immediately following the plunge, plan to join Special Olympics Nebraska and the rest of our supporters at the annual Post-Plunge Party also at the YMCA camp located at 1918 S Beltline Hwy West. Polar Plunge merchandise will also be available for purchase at the party. Friends and family members of the plungers are also invited to attend the post-plunge party.