Polar Plunge Virginia

06/02/2026

Few people leave a mark on a community the way Arlo did.

As a proud member of our Polar Plunge Colony, he helped create opportunities for Special Olympics Virginia athletes while making Hampton Roads a better place along the way.

We're grateful for the years he spent with us and for the impact he'll continue to have on so many. 💙

We are saddened to share that Mike Arlo has passed away after a brief illness.
For more than 50 years, Mike Arlo was a friendly, entertaining, and trusted voice on 106.9 The Fox and FM99.
Through his charitable work and his commitment to public service, his impact on the Hampton Roads community is immeasurable.
Join us this Friday at 10am for a tribute to Arlo on Your Radio. Send us your audio messages and we'll play as many as we can. Text the audio to 757-523-1010, or use the Open Mic feature on the Fox app.
Mike will be deeply missed by his family, friends, coworkers, and generations of loyal listeners.
In memory of a great friend - Bi-Cycle, make it a great day.

02/17/2026

Thank you to our friends at Gobble Stop NRV for being an incredible partner this New River plunge season. ❄️🐧 Your support helps create more opportunities for Special Olympics Virginia athletes to train, compete, and belong.

We’re so grateful for your support and for showing up for inclusion. 💙

02/17/2026

💙 $80K raised
🐧 377 plungers
🙌 24 teams

New River wrapped up the plunge season with one final splash for inclusion. Thank you to everyone who showed up, took the plunge, and supported Special Olympics Virginia athletes.

02/14/2026

We are grateful for partners like whose support helps create meaningful opportunities for Special Olympics Virginia athletes. Thank you for standing with our athletes and helping make inclusion possible 💙

02/14/2026

200+ plungers 🐧
$95,000 raised 🎉

One of the final splashes of the season at the Prince William Polar Plunge. Athletes, local law enforcement, businesses, schools, and supporters showed up to Go For The Cold for Special Olympics Virginia athletes🏅❤️

02/14/2026

200+ plungers 🐧
$95,000 raised 🎉

The Prince William Polar Plunge finished strong as one of our final plunges of the season. Thank you to everyone who showed up, went all in, and made an incredible impact for Special Olympics Virginia💙

02/14/2026

The New River Polar Plunge is made possible by our incredible corporate partners. Thank you for standing with our athletes and supporting inclusion ❤️🏅

02/14/2026

Thank you to the corporate partners who help make the Prince William Polar Plunge possible. Your support fuels inclusion and creates meaningful opportunities for Special Olympics Virginia athletes🏅

02/11/2026

Plungers get the spotlight… but volunteers make the magic happen! ✨ We need extra hands this Saturday, Feb. 14, at our New River Polar Plunge. Come be part of the team — no plunging required!

💪 Sign up here:

Help us make the 2026 New River Polar Plunge come to life!

02/07/2026

The Atlantic was cold — the community was unstoppable. 🐧🌊

4,500+ plungers helped raise $1.5M+ for at the 2026 Polar Plunge.

Because when inclusion calls, this community always answers. 💙❄️