Annual Penguin Plunge- Amelia Park Childrens Museum
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 01/24/2026
Please help us keep this calendar up to date! If this activity is sold out, canceled, or otherwise needs alteration, email mindy@kidsoutandabout.com so we can update it immediately. If you have a question about the activity itself, please contact the organization administrator listed below.
Plunge participants:
*Form a team or go solo.
*Register to participate by completing the Online Registration above or by filling out the Paper Registration form above. Email your completed form to fun@ameliaparkmuseum.org, mail it to APCM, PO Box 931, Westfield, MA 01085, drop it off at the museum, or bring it to the Plunge.
*Collect as many sponsors as you can, using the Pledge Form and/or the Penguin Plunge Mighty Cause Fundraising page. Participants must raise at least $75 in sponsorships ($50 for students).
*Pick out your best costume. (Costumes are NOT required but they are encouraged!)
*Join us at Hampton Ponds State Park on Saturday, January 24, 2026.
*Take your turn braving the icy water!
Awards and Prizes
Monetary prizes of COLD HARD CASH for the top 3 individuals or teams that raise the most money.
*1st Place - $300
*2nd Place - $200
*3rd Place - $100
(Cash prize winners will be based on the amount of money raised online through TBD as of 11:59 PM January 23, 2026 and/or the amount of money/checks presented at check-in at the Penguin Plunge on January 24, 2026)
Individual Best Costume Award
Best Group Costume Award
Emperor Award
Staying Dry?
There's lots to do, even if you're not going in the water!
*Roast a marshmallow by the campfire
*Enjoy warm beverages
*Enjoy cornhole or winter games
*Cheer on the brave participants!
*Make a donation or sponsor a plunger!
*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.