Island Head 5K and Polar Plunge
Island Head 5K and Polar Plunge is a running race on January 1, 2027 in Hilton Head Island, SC, with an entry fee of $25.
- Date
- January 1, 2027 (53 days to go)
- Price
- $25
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
Island Head Polar Plunge & 5K
January 1, 2027 | Coligny Beach | Hilton Head Island, SC
Start the New Year with a Run, a Plunge, and a Purpose!
Kick off 2027 with one of Hilton Head Island's most exciting New Year's Day traditions! Join us at Coligny Beach for the Island Head Polar Plunge & 5K, a morning of fitness, fun, community, and giving back.
Whether you're looking to start the year with a scenic 5K along Hilton Head's beautiful beaches, brave the chilly Atlantic Ocean for the annual Polar Plunge, or simply cheer on friends and family, there's something for everyone!
Event Schedule
9:30 AM – Beach 5K: Start the year strong with a beautiful 3.1-mile run along the beach.
10:15 AM – Giveaway: Stick around for your chance to win exciting prizes!
11:00 AM – Polar Plunge: Take the ultimate New Year's Day challenge and charge into the Atlantic Ocean with hundreds of fellow participants!
More Than Just an Event
The Island Head Polar Plunge & 5K is about bringing our community together, creating lasting memories, and starting the year by making a positive impact. A portion of event proceeds will support local charitable causes.
Bring your friends, bring your family, and make this New Year's Day one to remember.
New Year. New Traditions. One Cold Plunge.
We'll see you on the beach January 1st!
Events
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
61°
Typical Low
42°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Beaufort Wwtp, 19 mi from the venue.
About Hilton Head Island, SC
Population
37,805
as of 2023
City Elevation
17 ft
Nearest Airport
HHH
Hilton Head Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
SAV
Savannah Hilton Head International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Island Head 5K and Polar Plunge, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
53
Days to train
- Race
- Island Head 5K and Polar Plunge
- Date
- January 1, 2027
Get Ready for Race Day
Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.
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Island Head 5K and Polar Plunge
Jan 1, 2027