2023 San Francisco 5K/10K & Polar Plunge

Submitted by the Event Organizer

Special Olympics Northern California will host the 2023 San Francisco 5K/10K & Polar Plunge on Saturday, March 4, at Aquatic Park.

Free to watch the event and polar plunge

The family-friendly event will begin with a timed 5K and 10K along Crissy Field with beautiful views of the city and the Golden Gate Bridge. Registration is $45 for the 5K and $55 for the 10K and includes a commemorative medal, plus awards for the top-three finishers in each division. Walkers, strollers and pets are welcome.

Following the run, the iconic Polar Plunge will invite brr–ave participants to take a chilly leap into the Bay to show their support of Special Olympics. Costumes are encouraged, and each Plunger will receive a T-shirt and barbecue lunch. All Plungers must raise at least $125 in order to participate. Additional fundraising is encouraged through levelized incentives.

Registration is available for the 5K, 10K, Polar Plunge, or any combination of the events at PlungeCA.com. Law enforcement agencies annually support Special Olympics and create teams for the San Francisco 5K/10K & Polar Plunge.

Proceeds directly support local Special Olympics programs for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. SONC’s mission is to create an inclusive community where people with and without disabilities can make connections, develop healthy lifestyles, achieve success, and experience the joy of sports. Learn more at SONC.org.

About Special Olympics Northern California

Sports are at the heart of everything Special Olympics Northern California (SONC) does, but they are far from all of it. SONC also empowers athletes through health screenings and education, school partnerships, and leadership programs. Together, these initiatives help people with intellectual disabilities learn new skills, achieve success, and build strong connections with friends, family, and allies. Free programs span 40+ counties in Northern California and serve thousands of athletes, students, volunteers, and coaches. With all of its work, SONC strives to challenge stigma and create opportunities for everyone to shine.

More information may be found by visiting SONC.org and on Facebook/Twitter @SONorCal and Instagram @SpecialOlympicsNCA.

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.