Plunge in Hampton!

You’ve registered, you’ve fundraised, now it’s time to Plunge!

All Plungers must sign a waiver before Plunging. Individuals under the age of 18 must have a parent/guardian complete their waiver. 

Saturday, February 8^th - the Plunge!

Arrival

Plungers can arrive at Hampton Beach any time after 9 A.M. We recommend that Plungers arrive by 10 A.M. if you have not already checked-in, or by 11 A.M. if you have already checked-in at one of our remote check-in sites.

There are several metered parking lots available along the beach (meters aren't active during the winter). There are also several parking lots along the side streets, as well as behind the Casino. If you need to check in, head to the Ashworth by the Sea Hotel. If you’ve already checked-in, go directly to the Casino Ballroom.

Plungers and their guests (all must have wristbands) relax at the Casino Ballroom before the Plunge. There is music and breakfast items available to enjoy.  At 11:30 A.M. the Costume Parade will take place in the Casino Ballroom.

The Plunge

After the Costume Parade, Plungers head to the changing tents located on the boardwalk. Each Plunger will be assigned to a wave (which limits the number of people taking the Plunge at one time) and trailer. Men and women have separate changing areas. We recommend that Plungers do not leave valuables in the changing areas

Each wave will be called. When a wave is called, those Plungers move from the Casino Ballroom to a staging area on the beach where the countdown begins. You should bring only items that you will take with you into the water into the staging area. When the timer hits zero, the wave runs down the beach and Plunges into the Atlantic Ocean!

Tea Party in the Casino Ballroom

As you exit the water, you will be handed a towel and directed back to the changing trailer. After putting on dry clothes, you can walk across the street to the Casino Ballroom where lunch will be waiting.

After all waves have Plunged, there will be an award ceremony in the Casino Ballroom.