This event is in the past.It took place on January 1, 2026 at Coney Island.
Join 4,000+ brave souls for a 122-year-old tradition: diving into the freezing Atlantic on New Year's Day to wash away the old year and support Coney Island community organizations.
New Year's tradition
Charity event
Costume party
Beach adventure
Tips
đ"put a toe or two in the surf" (organizers say you don't need to dive all in)
đ§ądonate $50+ and snag a polar plunge beanie
Coney Island Polar Bear Plunge
Brooklyn
Join 4,000+ brave souls for a 122-year-old tradition: diving into the freezing Atlantic on New Year's Day to wash away the old year and support Coney Island community organizations.
New Year's tradition
Charity event
Costume party
Beach adventure
Tips
đ"put a toe or two in the surf" (organizers say you don't need to dive all in)
đ§ądonate $50+ and snag a polar plunge beanie
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