Penguin Plunge

Looking for a different way to celebrate the New Year?

Start your New Year with a splash at the annual Penguin Plunge! Each year, hundreds of participants start their New Year off with a splash, bounding into the icy Atlantic Ocean to raise money for local charities.

The 2023 Penguin Plunge featured charities will be First Rung and Backpack Friends. Risk the chilly waters for a rewarding cause at the Penguin Plunge!

Penguin Plunge Location

The Penguin Plunge takes place at the Atlantic Beach Boardwalk in Atlantic Beach, North Carolina.

Penguin Plunge Registration

Pre-registration for the Penguin Plunge begins online October 1st, but you can also register on site the day of the event.

The minimum donation for participants 12 and older is $10. For participants under the age of 12, the cost is $5.

Penguin Plunge t-shirts and hooded sweatshirts can also be purchased:

Penguin Plunge T-Shirt: $25 donation
Penguin Plunge Hooded Sweatshirt: $40 donation

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