Cape San Blas Polar Plunge 11th Annual Jan 1, 2027

Dive into the new year with the 11th Annual Cape San Blas Polar Plunge at Cape Palms Park! Join us in a chilly tradition while supporting South Gulf Fire & Rescue (501 C3) through your donations.

🕘 9:45 AM: Start off with a Costume Contest, proudly sponsored by SGCFD 🚒.
🏃‍♂️ 10:00 AM: It's time to take the plunge!

Costume Prizes Include:
🐾 Best Pet Costume
👨‍👩‍👧 Best Family Group
🎭 Best Overall Costume

Enjoy FREE donuts & hot coffee, kindly provided by Scallop Cove General Store. Don't forget to check out the special 11th Anniversary Polar Plunge shirts available at ScallopCove.Etsy.com 🐚👕.

No registration needed! Spectators are welcome, costumes are encouraged, and bravery is optional! 😆 Join fellow locals and visitors alike as we all brave the water together to welcome the new year.

Be sure to bring a towel and get ready to make a splash!

A Little History on Our Plunge:

• #10 2026: TBD plungers | Air 58° | Water 61.5°
• #9 2025: 240 plungers | Air 54° | Water 60°
• #8 2024: 215 plungers | Air 58° | Water 59°
• #7 2023: 200 plungers | Air 64° | Water 69°
• #6 2022: 115 plungers | Air 70° | Water 68°
• #5 2021: 15 plungers | Air 47° | Water 63°
• #4 2020: 80 plungers | Air 43° | Water 62°
• #3 2019: 45 plungers | Air 70° | Water 65°
• #2 2018: 15 plungers | Air 39° | Water 65°
• #1 2017: 5 plungers | Air 69° | Water 66°

Join us for this unforgettable experience on Cape San Blas!