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Thousands kick off 2025 with Coney Island Polar Bear Plunge

byKayla Thompson
January 2, 2025


Thousands of participants rang in the new year with a cold jump into the water at Coney Island for the 122nd annual Polar Bear Plunge on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025.

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Revelers enter the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers wearing bikinis walk away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers wearing bikinis walk away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers in a costume enter the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers in costumes enter the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers in a costumes wade in cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers in costumes wade in cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers enter the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers enter the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers walk away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers walk away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers walk away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers walk away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers in superhero costumes walk away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers in superhero costumes walk away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers in costumes enter the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers in costumes enter the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

A reveler walks away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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A reveler walks away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers run away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers run away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers swim in cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers swim in cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers in a costume enter the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers in costumes enter the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers walk away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers walk away after entering the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.

Revelers in a costume get their photo taken before the enter the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Andres Kudacki)

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Revelers in costumes get their photo taken before they enter the cold water during the annual Polar Bear Plunge on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, in New York.



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Kayla Thompson
Kayla Thompson is a dedicated journalist and writer with a passion for capturing the essence of New York. Her work spans a diverse range of topics, from the state’s vibrant cultural scene to its complex social and environmental issues. Based in Manhattan, Kayla has become known for her in-depth reporting and engaging storytelling that bring the many facets of New York to life.
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