The Cambridge Rotary Club has released new details for its first-ever Choptank Chill & Cheer event, a polar plunge fundraiser set for Saturday, January 3, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina.
Presented by the Hyatt Regency, the afternoon event invites participants to “chill or cheer” as brave plungers take a dip into the chilly Choptank River from the resort’s private beach.
All proceeds will benefit the Mid-Shore Council on Family Violence (MSCFV), a nonprofit that has provided critical support to domestic violence survivors across five Eastern Shore counties for over 40 years.
The event kicks off at 2 p.m. inside the scenic Water’s Edge Grill, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views of the river, resort pool, and outdoor fireplace.
Highlights include live music by local performers Anna Burgess and Jayme Dingler, an energizing warm-up led by the MSCFV Polar Bears, and a post-plunge party with awards for top fundraisers (including a plush Polar Plunge robe) and best costumes.
Attendees can enjoy complimentary all-you-can-drink hot chocolate, warm chili, soft pretzels, cookies, and light snacks. A cash bar will offer adult beverages (valid ID required), with sodas available for purchase.
Plungers will have access to hot tubs, complimentary towels, and on-site locker rooms to warm up afterwards.
Admission is $25 per person (approximately $28.52 including fees via Eventbrite), with everyone welcome to attend—whether plunging or cheering from the sidelines. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Event merchandise, including T-shirts ($30) and sweatshirts ($55), will be available for purchase on-site.
The Cambridge Rotary Club extends thanks to presenting sponsor Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina; Ice Breaker Sponsor Morgan Stanley; and Frosty Friend Sponsor Shorely Beautiful.
For more information or to register, visit the Eventbrite page.
“We’re freezin’ for a reason,” organizers say, encouraging the community to come out for this fun, impactful event supporting a vital local cause.
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