Take the Plunge – Warm Your Heart!
Are you brave enough to go brrr for a great cause? Join us for the Annual Chilly Plunge & Chili Cook-Off – a splashy, spicy, and seriously fun way to support the Lake Norman YMCA!
Take the plunge into chilly waters of Lake Cornelius, then warm up with our Chili Cook-Off and stay and spend the day enjoying s'mores, warm up post-plunge in our sauna or steam rooms!
BONUS: Ages 13+ plungers get a limited edition hoodie to show off their frosty courage!
AWARDS:
Best Individual Costume
Best Team Theme
Best Overall Chili (People's Choice)
Judge's Favorite
Every splash and spoonful supports our mission at the Lake Norman YMCA!
Jan 16, 2027
Distance — Chili Chef
Type — Running
11:00
$0.00
Jan 16, 2027
Distance — Chili Tasting
Type — Running
11:00
$10.00
Jan 16, 2027
Distance — Chilly Plunge
Type — Running
11:00
$35.00
Jan 16, 2027
Distance — Cubbie Club Youth Plunge (12 and under)
Type — Running
11:00
$15.00
Jan 16, 2027
Distance — Freezin from the Land
Type — Running
11:00
$35.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for January in Cornelius.
Learn more about the host city, Cornelius.
Cornelius is a small town in central North Carolina. It is a northern suburb of Charlotte, located inside the northern boundary of Mecklenburg County. It is on Lake Norman and offers the opportunity for outdoor activities such as boating and hiking.
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