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Greater Sacramento Area Polar Plunge & Runs

Name: Greater Sacramento Area Polar Plunge & Runs
Start: 2026-03-07
End: 2026-03-07
Location: Granite Bay

Granite Bay, United States • 7 Mar 2026

Event overview

The 2026 Greater Sacramento Area Polar Plunge & Runs takes place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Granite Bay Main Beach, 8099 Douglas Boulevard, Granite Bay, CA 95746. The event includes a Polar Plunge into the Bay that supports Special Olympics Northern California. Participants who prefer not to enter the water can register as a "chicken" and still qualify for incentive rewards and other festivities.

Race details

The event program includes running options held in conjunction with the Polar Plunge:

5K
1 Mile

The 5K is a timed trail run described as scenic. Awards are presented to the top three runners in each age category. The One Mile Fun Run/Walk is offered as an alternative to the 5K. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States California Granite Bay

Race information

Website Registration

5 km

5k Run

1 Mile Run/walk

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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