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Chicago Polar Plunge (Virtual)

March 01, 2021 - March 07, 2021 @ 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Photo Credit: Choose Chicago

Location

Virtual

Chicago, IL

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Description

One of the largest fundraising events for Special Olympics Chicago usually takes place on Chicago's icy lakefront. This year, new and veteran Plunge participants can plunge safely in the facility of their own choosing (with prizes and incentives awaiting those who register and fundraise). The winners of the annual costume contest and most creative plunge awards will be announced at a virtual "melt down" party on March 7.

Event Cost: Free; fundraising encouraged

Event times: March 1-7

Additional Information

Contact Phone: (312) 527-3743

Website: http://www.chicagopolarplunge.org

Age recommendation: Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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