Rescheduled Cincinnati Polar Plunge Returns to The Banks Saturday, March 21

CINCINNATI, OH– The Law Enforcement Torch Run Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Ohio returns to The Banks on Saturday, March 21, 2026, after being rescheduled from January due to extreme weather.

The event invites plungers to take an icy dip to support athletes with intellectual disabilities across the state. The plunge will take place outside Holy Grail Tavern and Grille on Freedom Way.

New this year, the plunge pool arrives pre-assembled on wheels, eliminating onsite construction and allowing earlier media access. The pool will be parked curbside for morning live shots beginning March 21 at 7:00 am. Live interviews will be available even earlier!

The Cincinnati Polar Plunge is part of a statewide series benefiting Special Olympics Ohio athletes. Individuals and teams raise funds to support year-round sports training, competitions, leadership opportunities, and health programming at no cost to athletes or their families. Costumes, team themes, and friendly rivalry are all part of the tradition.

Polar Plunge Timeline

• 9:00 a.m. – Registration at Holy Grail Tavern and Grille
• 10:10 a.m. – Opening Ceremonies
• 10:30 a.m. – Jumps begin (two at a time)
• 1:30 p.m. – Event concludes

Participants may join in-person or contribute virtually with their teams. Registration and information can be found at support.sooh.org/polarplunge.

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