Southeast North Carolina

Help support local Special Olympics athletes by participating in the Polar Plunge & Run. Choose from the 5K, 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, or by taking a chilling plunge into the Atlantic Ocean. Run for a great cause on a great 5K course open to all ages and skill levels. Race participants will not be required…

The 2023 course will start at Johnny Mercer Pier overlooking the Atlantic Ocean at sunrise. The half, full and relay will take off and head west toward downtown Wilmington. The first 5 miles will be on flat main roads. Spectators can watch along this portion and can head downtown for the finish. Roads will be…