# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Gamecock Polar Plunge
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 01 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Event Description**: In partnership with USC Campus Recreation, join us for the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics' fundraising event--The 2026 Polar Plunge!

Take the plunge with us!

February 1, 2026 
2:00 p.m.

The Gamecock Polar Plunge is part of the South Carolina Law Enforcement Torch Run and 100% of the funds raised directly benefit athlete programs in South Carolina.

By plunging, you're creating more opportunities for 30,707 children and adults with intellectual disabilities to experience the life-changing benefits of participating in Special Olympics - all at no cost to themselves or their families. 

Must raise a minimum of $50 to participate. 

Schedule-
Registration: 2:00 p.m.
Costume Contest & Awards: 2:45 p.m.
Plunge: 3:00 p.m.

Location:
Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center
1000 Blossom Street
Columbia, SC 29201

Questions about this fun event? Contact Chris Thompson at thomp276@mailbox.sc.edu
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbia/2026-gamecock-polar-plunge/200029188443759
- **Event Categories**: contests, health-wellness, charities
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 40

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Columbia
- **state**: SC
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 1000 Blossom St, Columbia, SC 29208-2909, United States
- **lat**: 33.99168
- **long**: -81.03215
- **full address**: 1000 Blossom St, Columbia, SC 29208-2909, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: 2026 Gamecock Polar Plunge
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 2026 Gamecock Polar Plunge being held?
  - **A:** 2026 Gamecock Polar Plunge takes place on Sun, 01 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 01 Feb, 2026 at 02:00 pm at 1000 Blossom St, Columbia, SC 29208-2909, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Gamecock Polar Plunge?
  - **A:** 2026 Gamecock Polar Plunge is organized by University of South Carolina Police.

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