Events in Vancouver: Polar Bear Swim

Are you ready to ring in the new year with an unforgettable experience? Join hundreds of Vancouverites from around the world on January 1st for the annual Polar Bear Swim!

The Vancouver Polar Bear Swim Club is one of the largest and oldest Polar Bear Clubs in the world. The first swim was in 1920 when a small number of swimmers took the plunge into English Bay on New Year's Day. Since then, the swim has grown from just 10 swimmers to over 2,000 participants!

You can even view statistics about the swim, including the number of swimmers and the water temperature for every since 1976 over here.

For the super brave, there is even a 100 metre race you can sign up for.

For more info about the annual polar beam swim, check out https://vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/polar-bear-swim.aspx

and have a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!