2026 Lake of the Ozarks Polar Plunge & 5K Strut

This “unbearable” event is a unique opportunity to show your bravery as you support local Special Olympics Missouri athletes by walking, running or crawling into the frigid winter waters. In 2025, the Lake of the Ozarks Plunge had 242 plungers and raised more than $85,000! This one-of-a-kind event promises a fun atmosphere with music, funny costumes and lasting memories for everyone!
Sign up to Plunge here: https://support.somo.org/event/2026-polar-plunge-loz/e730335

You can also support SOMO athletes by walking, running or crawling a 5K in the frigid winter air.
Sign up to Strut here: https://support.somo.org/event/2026-strut-lake-of-the-ozarks/e731295

EVENT DAY SCHEDULE:
Registration: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Polar Bear Strut: 10 a.m.
Chili Cook-off: 11 a.m.
Pee Wee Plunge: 1 p.m.
Parade of Costume lineup: 1:50 p.m.
Plunge Parade/Opening Ceremonies: 2 p.m.
Plunging Begins: 2:30 p.m.

You may also like the following events from Special Olympics Missouri:

• This Tuesday, 9th December, 06:00 pm, Christmas Drone Show presented by Starstruck Drone Shows in Jefferson City
• Happening on, 31st January, 12:00 pm, 2026 Kansas City Polar Plunge in Grandview
• Happening on, 7th February, 12:00 pm, 2026 Lake St. Louis Polar Plunge in Lake Saint Louis