Pāpāmoa Polar Plunge

Schedule

Sun Jun 21 2026 at 09:00 am to 01:00 pm

UTC+12:00

Location

Papamoa Domain | Tauranga, BP

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Brave the icy dip, rock a costume, and join Pāpāmoa’s coolest winter tradition.
About this Event

Get ready, Pāpāmoa… the Polar Plunge is back!

Winter’s boldest beach tradition returns for a day of icy courage, colour, and connection. It’s more than a swim, it’s our community coming together to do something a little daring.

Step into the spotlight with this years' theme Cold as Ice: Music, Movies & Icons. A theme all about bold costumes, legendary characters, and unforgettable moments. From rockstars to film favourites, it’s your chance to bring iconic looks to life on the beach.

Whether you’re plunging in costume or cheering from the shore, expect music, food trucks, games, spot prizes, and plenty of winter energy, all leading up to that unforgettable ice-cold dip.

Free to join. Costumes encouraged. Gather your crew and get ready to brave the cold - Pāpāmoa style.


KOHA

This year, we are introducing a koha option to registration to support the incredible team at Surf Life Saving. If you'd like to help, simply add a donation on to your registration and we'll make sure it goes to them.


Agenda

🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:45 AM
Registration Opens
🕑: 09:50 AM - 10:00 AM
Safety Briefing
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Plunge Time!
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:00 AM
Prize Giving
🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Live Music, Entertainment, Food Trucks
🕑: 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Pāpāmoa Polar Plunge
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Where is it happening?

Papamoa Domain, Papamoa Beach Road, Tauranga, New Zealand

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