Philadelphia

February 21, 2026

Citizens Bank Park

1 Citizens Bank Way, Philadelphia, PA 19148

Join thousands of brave Polar Plungers in the City of Brotherly Love for the coolest event of the winter! The Philadelphia Polar Plunge has something for everybody – food, music, dancing, games and extremely cold water! Most importantly, every dollar raised helps support vital programming for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in our community. Start fundraising today to join the fun. Are you a school, business person or law enforcement member? Check out our various specialty Plunge offerings below!

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10:00 am: Registration & Plunge Town open

11:30 am: Opening Ceremony

11:40 am: Safety Briefing

12 pm: Plunge begins!

Free parking is available in Lot S at Citizens Bank Park.

Plunge town will offer free Wawa coffee and hot chocolate, games, music, food trucks and a special appearance from the Philadelphia sports mascots!

Interested in becoming a sponsor of the Philadelphia Polar Plunge? Follow this link to learn more!

Click here to see our 2025-26 Philadelphia Polar Plunge Committee.

Need anything else? Email Denise at dthorne@specialolympicspa.org or Jason at jaschubert@specialolympicspa.org

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Royal and Select Master Masons of Pa.

$8,620 raised (172%) • 8 members

Delaware County Plunge Team

$7,222 raised (144%) • 13 members

Sigma Phi Lambda (LaSalle)

$6,569 raised (1314%) • 17 members

Glacial Guardians

$5,590 raised (112%) • 17 members

Temple University (PA Olympics)

$5,055 raised (169%) • 12 members

Kevin Lezynski

$4,590 raised (4590%)

Paul Knapp

$4,450 raised (4450%)

Jordan Schubert

$3,140 raised (126%)

Chelsea Hammell

$2,525 raised (25%)

Mark Whited

$2,525 raised (2525%)

Don’t see your name or team? Click here to check your rank and access your page to jumpstart your fundraising!

Specialty Group Plunges

Philadelphia Cool Schools

February 20, 2026

Cool Schools Polar Plunges feature teams of K-12 students who plunge and raise funds and awareness for Special Olympics. Registering as a Cool Schools team is a great team-building experience and an awesome way to support Special Olympics athletes within your school community!

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Philadelphia Business Plunge & Bash

February 20, 2026

The 2026 Business Plunge is a fun and unique opportunity to take your plunge experience and employee engagement to the next level! Plunge at Citizens Bank Park and be our guest at the "Business Bash"– where lunch, drinks and music will be provided!

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Philadelphia Law Enforcement Plunge

February 20, 2026

Calling all Greater Philadelphia Region law enforcement! Special Olympics Pennsylvania is hosting our 2nd annual Law Enforcement Polar Plunge and we want you to join us - city, state, local, corrections, and federal. Join us on February 20th at Citizens Bank Park!

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& Register

Who you’re supporting

“I love Special Olympics. I have met so many people over the years that are still my friends. It’s great to inspire and cheer each other on. Special Olympics has helped me to be more confident. I used to be very nervous speaking in public, but now I’m not afraid of the spotlight.”

Nicholas Dorion
Flag Football, Northampton

“I’m proud of the fact that I have managed to do more than people told my mom I would ever be able to do. Getting into college was probably my proudest accomplishment and Special Olympics has helped me build my confidence and learn new sports. My mom raised me to be strong and independent and that is why I have been able to do what I do.”

Dominic Johnson
Volleyball, Franklin

“Special Olympics is my life. I moved from an extremely anxious, insecure individual to a young woman who found a ‘home’ with Special Olympics. Growing up, I was excluded and was unable to understand even basic things about how the world works. I attended a number of different schools and was extremely awkward physically until I found that, with coaching from Special Olympics, I could succeed. My medals are precious.”

Celine Heffron-Pero
Athletics, Montgomery

“I had a very difficult time learning the skills of golf. With help from my coaches, I was able to learn the skills and I received a gold medal at State Games which gave me the opportunity to be picked for USA Games. I have made many new friends and play five different sports, including powerlifting and basketball.”

Reshema Sedziak
Golf, Erie