Santa Barbara Polar Dip 2026
**Events may have been canceled or postponed. Please contact the venue to confirm the event.
Date & Time
Thu, Jan 01 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Address (map)
801 Shoreline Drive
Venue (website)
Leadbetter Beach
Polar Dip 2026 is happening at a new location!
Please join us on January 1st 2026 at 11:00am at
Ledbetter Beach in Santa Barbara, California
After a hiatus last year, the event is back with all city permits, requirements and insurance in place…
This is a FREE community event and everyone is welcome, but you must sign the waiver (it’s easy and there is no obligation) at sbpolardip.com to be part of the official Dip at 11:30am sharp! Everyone who signs up gets a FREE souvenir Polar Dip wristband!
Waivers will also be available to sign in person at the event, but we encourage you to save time and sign up online.
Certificates are awarded to everyone who submerges in the ocean without a wetsuit.
Arrive early to allow time to park and take part in the warm up activities. Bring a towel, warm clothes to change into, hydration and snacks. Tell your friends and see you there!
Waivers will also be available to sign in person at the event, but we encourage you to save time and sign up online
