Make-a-Wish Penguin Plunge
The Penguin Plunge was started in 2012 as a fundraising event to support Make-A-Wish Illinois. Participants raise money and help make a child’s wish come true by taking the ‘plunge’ into Skydive Chicago's frozen pond!
Our event is a Make-A-Wish® fundraiser that celebrates the wishes that have already been granted, while raising funds for future wishes. It's a family-friendly event powered by wish families, volunteers, donors and friends.
By participating and fundraising, you help bring the life-changing impact of a wish to children in our community who are battling life-threatening medical conditions. A wish experience can truly change a child's life, and you can help.
Event Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
Event Location: Skydive Chicago
Event Address: 3215 E 1969th Rd Ottawa, IL 61350
Event Location: Skydive Chicago
Event Address: 3215 E 1969th Rd Ottawa, IL 61350
Registration Fees: $100 to plunge
T-Shirt information: An event t-shirt will be given to all participants
Age Restrictions: Anyone 10 and under will be asked to run into the pond or plunge in our baby penguin pool.
Event Schedule: Registration: 11:00 AM | Start: 1:00 PM
Event Start Time: 1:00 pm
Event End Time: 3:00 pm
Parking Info: There will be plowed parking lots
Date and Time
Saturday Jan 31, 2026
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM CST
Saturday, January 31, 2026
Registration: 11:00 AM | Start: 1:00 PM
Event Start Time: 1:00 pm
Event End Time: 3:00 pm
Location
Skydive Chicago
3215 E 1969th Rd
Ottawa, IL 61350
Fees/Admission
$100 to plunge
Free to spectate
Contact Information
Ashley White
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