Start 2026 with a splash at the 26th Annual Tybee Island Polar Plunge! Join locals and visitors for one of Tybee’s most loved New Year’s Day traditions as brave plungers take a dip in the Atlantic and the community comes together for a morning full of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories. This is a family-friendly event you will not want to miss.

The 2026 Polar Plunge T-shirts are officially live, and they double as your registration for the plunge. Grab one, and you are all set to jump in!

Order yours today: https://tybeeislandmainstreet.square.site/

January 1, 2026
10:30 AM Gangs of Goofs Costume Contest and Parade
12:00 PM Polar Plunge
Volunteers will be on the Pier as early as 9:30 AM to hand out T-shirts
Tybee Island Pier

Who’s ready to dive into 2026, Tybee style?

Please Note

Official Guides of Savannah aims to provide the most up-to-date information on events listed on The Lobby List. In the event of a change, we will do our best to make sure it is reflected in our list. However, the best source for current information is the link to the actual event included in The Lobby List posting.