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Join us New Year's Day for the the annual SOS Polar Bear Splash at Barton Springs Pool

SOS Polar Bear Splash 2026

When: Thu., Jan. 1 2026

Join Save Our Springs Alliance on New Year’s Day at Barton Springs Pool for the annual SOS Polar Bear Splash! Save Our Springs will be near the Philosopher's Rock at the main entrance to Barton Springs from 8:30AM to 2:30PM, with a group jump at 9:30 am! It's a time honored Austin tradition, and the best way to wash off the old and dive into the new year with Save Our Springs, Austin's water watchdog since 1992. Enjoy coffee, donuts, and purchase a commemorative 2026 t-shirt while celebrating clean water and community resilience.

Event Contact Phone 512/477-2320

Event Contact Email [email protected]

Event Contact URL www.sosalliance.org

  • Barton Springs Pool

    2131 William Barton Dr., Austin South Lamar and Barton Springs

    austintexas.gov/department/barton-springs-pool

    Image: Barton Springs Pool

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