Brave the Cold to Support SOCT
Take the plunge into icy waters to support nearly 14,000 athletes of all abilities who participate in the sports training and competitions Special Olympics Connecticut offers year-round. All are invited to participate in the Penguin Plunge, including individuals, friends and families, and teams representing schools, businesses, organizations, and clubs.
2025-2026 PENGUIN PLUNGE SEASON
REGISTER NOW:
Westbrook Plunge - November 16, 2025
Elks Lodge Plunge Challenge - November 16, 2025
2026 PENGUIN PLUNGE SCHEDULE:
Middletown Plunge - February 28, 2026
Groton Plunge - March 1, 2026
Brookfield Plunge - March 21, 2026
Tolland Plunge - March 28, 2026
Monroe Plunge - March 28, 2026
Fairfield Plunge - April 11, 2026
BRING THE PLUNGE TO YOU!
Mobile Penguin Plunge
Take the Plunge
To join in the fun, participants must be at least 8 years old. There is a $25 registration fee to participate in the Penguin Plunge, and additional fundraising is encouraged! Raise $150 and receive an exclusive Penguin Plunge sweatshirt! No matter your donation size or total fundraising amount, you are making a difference in the lives of nearly 14,000 Special Olympics Connecticut athletes across the state. In addition to the awards for top fundraisers and best costume, participants receive incentive prizes for their fundraising efforts. Spectators are welcome!
For more information, please contact Jeff Veneziano at [email protected].
Bring the Penguin Plunge to you!
Can’t make it to one of our Penguin Plunge events? No problem—our Mobile Penguin Plunge Unit brings all the fun, excitement, and impact of the plunge directly to your school, business, or organization!
This portable plunge experience is perfect for team-building, engaging your community, or rallying support for a great cause—all without leaving your location.
We’ll bring our Mobile Penguin Plunge unit to your site, complete with an icy cold pool for participants to take the plunge. Gather your classmates, colleagues, or team members to fundraise for Special Olympics Connecticut and experience the thrill of plunging together!
Fundraising Incentives: Just like our traditional plunges, participants who raise $150 or more will earn an exclusive Penguin Plunge sweatshirt, handed out on the day of your event. The more you raise, the more rewards you unlock!
Awards
Awards are given in the following categories to the top fundraising and best dressed individuals and groups at each plunge:
- Emperor Award – Top Fundraiser
- Emperor Club Award – Top Fundraising Group
- Rockhopper Award – Best Individual Costume
- Waddle Awards – Best Group Costume
- Silver Award – Oldest Penguin
- Rockin’ School House Award – Top Fundraising School Group
- Arctic Hero Award – Top Fundraising Public Safety Group
- Penguin on the Rocks Award – Top Fundraising Bar/Restaurant
Upcoming Plunges
View our upcoming Penguin Plunges and learn how you can get involved.