Kearney Polar Plunge
Schedule
Sat, 07 Feb, 2026 at 11:00 am
UTC-06:00Location
Yanney Heritage Park 2020 W 11th Street | Kearney, NE
π§ Register now and help Special Olympics athletes.
Sign up: https://www.classy.org/campaign/kearney-polar-plunge-2026/c749386
Participants raise pledges leading up to the event, and every dollar helps provide year-round, inclusive programming for Special Olympics Nebraska athletes in sports, health, education, and leadership.
βοΈ What the Polar Plunge Is
The Polar Plunge is a high-energy fundraiser where participants raise pledges and then take an icy dip to support Special Olympics Nebraska. Itβs a spirited tradition filled with costumes, teamwork, and community pride.
βοΈ What to Expect
Plungers must raise a minimum of $50 to participate. Costumes are encouraged, and Kearney will award:
β’ π₯ Top 3 Fundraisers
β’ π Best Costume
After the plunge, warm up and celebrate at Chicken Coop Sports Bar & Grill.
Event Schedule
10:00 AM β Check-in begins
11:00 AM β Plunge begins
Post-Plunge β Party at Chicken Coop
2026 Polar Plunge Incentives
β’ $75 β Long-Sleeved T-Shirt
β’ $250 β Crewneck Sweatshirt
β’ $500 β Polar Plunge Throw Blanket & Campfire Mug
β’ $1,000 β Polar Plunge Sweater Fleece Vest
β’ $3,000 β Polar Plunge Solo Stove Tabletop Smokeless Fire Pit & Campfire Sticks
Where is it happening?
Yanney Heritage Park 2020 W 11th Street, Yanney Heritage Park, 2020 W 11th St, Kearney, NE 68845, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
















