Another year for a brave group of swimmers to join the Rye Triathlon Club for the 26th annual New Year's Day Polar Plunge at Rye Town Park - Oakland Beach. Anyone fearless enough to participate will not only have fun playing in the frigid waters, but also will be benefiting two great local causes Soul Ryeders and Meals on Main Street. When: January 1, 2026 Where: Oakland Beach - Rye Town Park in Rye, NY Time: Festivities start at 11am, Plunge at 12 Noon.For more info about the local charities, visit their Instagram pages@soulryeders and @mealsonmainstreetHere are some articles about the event: Rye Polar Plunge to support local nonprofitnews12 - 203 people splash into 2026 at Rye Triathlon Club New Year's Polar Plunge