TAKE THE PLUNGE!
We're freezin’ for a reason! Take the Polar Plunge and support Special Olympics Australia. Your help empowers athletes with intellectual disabilities and/or autism, giving them the chance to play, shine, and thrive—on and off the field.
Entry Donation
$25 per person
Participants must be aged 12 or over on the day of the Polar Plunge.
Event Details
Sunday, 3 August 2025
Mackay Aquatic & Recreation Complex
Registration – 8am
Torch Run – 9am
Polar Plunge – 10am
WE'RE FREEZIN' FOR A REASON!
FOUR EASY STEPS
Sign Up
Start by setting up your fundraising page and create a team.
Shout Out
Tell everyone what you’re doing – and why – and ask for support.
Feel Good
Watch your fundraising increase and enjoy contributing to community.
Polar Plunge!
Be brave and plunge to support the work of Special Olympics Australia.
WHY I PLUNGE
Have you been plunging for years? Do it for a special reason? We want to hear your story! Submit the reason you plunge each year below for a chance to be featured on our channels.

NEED INSPIRATION?
Check out this video of Mikaela Williams competing at the 2025 World Winter Games in Turin, Italy.
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EVENT CONTACTS
Don Stuart
dons@specialolympics.com.au