2026 Lake of the Ozarks Polar Plunge & 5K Strut
Schedule
Sat, 28 Feb, 2026 at 10:00 am
UTC-06:00Location
Osage Beach Public Beach 2 | Osage Beach, MO
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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.
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Where is it happening?
Osage Beach Public Beach 2, 731 Public Beach Rd, Osage Beach, MO 65065-3300, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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