Island Head 5K and Polar Plunge
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Island Head 5K and Polar Plunge
The Island Head 5K and Polar Plunge take place January 1, 2027 at Coligny Beach on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The event includes a beach 5K run/walk and a Polar Plunge into the Atlantic Ocean. The venue address is 1 S Forest Beach Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928.
There are separate registration options and fees: the 5K Run/Walk has a registration fee of $25, the Polar Plunge has no fee, and a combined 5K Run/Walk and Polar Plunge option is available for $25. Registration opens November 4, 2026. Registration for the 5K and the combined option closes November 30, 2026. Polar Plunge registration remains open through January 1, 2027.
The schedule includes a giveaway and a group Polar Plunge on the beach. A portion of event proceeds will support local charitable causes. The event is presented as a community gathering on New Year’s Day with a beachfront running route and an ocean plunge element. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
