Ppresenting sponsor of the Plunge
EVENT UPDATE
PLUNGE STATUS: CANCELED ❌
Polar Plunge has been canceled due to the increased safety risks associated with the extreme cold.
Your health and safety are always our top priority. This decision was not made lightly and was made in consultation with multiple agencies supporting the event. We truly appreciate your understanding.
5K STATUS: ON ✅
The 5k race will continue at 10:00 am. please dress appropriately for extreme cold and bring extra warm layers.
DATE
JAN 24th, 2026
LOCATION
Horsetooth Reservoir
South Swim Beach
5k START
10:00 AM
POLAR PLUNGE
11:00 – 1:00 PM
5k Run/Walk
Enjoy a beautiful run around the reservoir with views of Fort Collins Foothills.
Start Time: 10:00 AM
Start Location:
Horsetooth Reservoir
Polar Bear Plunge
Grab your friends because it's about to get CHILLY!
Polar Plunge Start Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: The Plunge location is at the Horsetooth Reservoir South Bay Swim Beach
REGISTRATION
CATEGORIES:
5k Run/Walk
Polar Plunge
5k + Polar Plunge
Online registration open until 5:00 pm Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Onsite (In-Person) registration available during packet pickup times on Friday and Saturday.
ONSITE (IN-PERSON) REGISTRATION AT PACKET PICK-UP:
Friday January 23rd 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Location: Runners Roost Fort Collins
Event Day – January 24th
Location: South Swim Beach, Horsetooth Reservoir
5k: 9:00-9:50 am
Plunge: 9:00-11:50 am
Packet Pick-UP
Friday, January 23rd
4:00 – 6:00 pm
Location: Runners Roost Fort Collins
3500 South College Ave, Suite 178
Fort Collins, Colorado 80525
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Saturday January 24th
9:00-9:45 am – 5k
11:00 – 11:45 am – Polar Plunge
Location: Horsetooth Reservoir
South Bay Swim Beach Pavilion
Fort Collins, CO 80526
Festive Treats
Eat, drink, and enjoy the event!
Enjoy post-race food and drinks after the race.
AWARDS
Presented By Runners Roost Fort Collins
11:15 AM 5k Award Winners Announced
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Overall: Top 3 Male, Female, Non-Binary
Age Group: Top 3 Male and Female in the following categories:
12 & Under | 13-15 | 16-19 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 60-69 | 70-79 | 80+
Overall & Age Group winners will receive awards & a Runners Roost Gift Card!
TOP DOG AWARDS
The top 3 dogs will receive awards.
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