From the Organizer
Cold-Stunned Plunge
Presented by the Beach Village Merchants
Take a 'cold-stunned' plunge into the chilly Atlantic in support of sea turtles on the Georgia coast! Join us for the annual fun-and-frigid fundraising event for the Jekyll Island Authority's Georgia Sea Turtle Center. Many sea turtles get caught in hypothermic water temperatures during the winter months, and your support will assist with cold-stun rehabilitation and recovery. Take the plunge and raise some funds!
Where: Take an icy dip in the beach waters at the Jekyll Island Beach Village.
On Friday November 27th you can pick up your tshirt at the Jekyll Island Guest Information Center from 1pm-4pm.
When: Saturday, November 28, 2026, at 10:30 a.m.
Registration Open: 9:00 a.m.
Plungers should be on the beach and ready to plunge at 9:45 a.m.
There will be on-site EMS and public safety staff.
Advance Registration: $35
After November 20th: $40
Day-of Registration: $45
Virtual Participation: $40
Plungers will receive a 2025 branded t-shirt.
XS - 3XL t-shirts
Register by October 26th to guarantee a t-shirt. T-shirt not guaranteed after this date.
Switching to virtual must be completed by November 14th, 2026. No changes will be accepted after this date.
All ages are welcome to participate.
All children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult on the beach.
No refunds, rain or shine event. Canceled for extreme weather conditions only.
BYOT - bring your own towel and dry clothes.
Funds raised will benefit the Georgia Sea Turtle Center on behalf of the Jekyll Island Foundation.
Picked the wrong size? - participants are welcome to exchange their t-shirt at the end of the event at the registration table, pending what sizes remain available.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
68°
Typical Low
50°
Chance of Rain
23%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Brunswick Malcolm Mckinnon Ap, 6 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Jekyll Island, GA
City Elevation
11 ft
Nearest Airport
BQK
Brunswick Golden Isles Airport · 13 mi
Major Hub
JAX
Jacksonville International Airport · 43 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
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Days to train
- Race
- Cold-Stunned Plunge
- Date
- November 28, 2026
- Location
- 110 Ocean Way, Jekyll Island, GA
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Cold-Stunned Plunge?
- Cold-Stunned Plunge is a swimming race held in Jekyll Island, Georgia on November 28, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more swimming races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Cold-Stunned Plunge?
- Saturday, November 28, 2026 in Jekyll Island, Georgia at 110 Ocean Way. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Cold-Stunned Plunge?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Cold-Stunned Plunge
Nov 28, 2026