Visit Granbury invites the community, civic groups, nonprofits, and brave individuals to kick off the Winter-Guest Tourism Season (January - February) with the 5th Annual Lake Granbury Goosebump Jump on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at City Beach Park.
What to Expect? A full day of winter fun for all ages, including:
-Polar plunge into Lake Granbury
-Food & beverage vendors.
-Snow pad & mascot races.
-JR Spas onsite with hot tub to warm up after the jump.
-Costume contests with the following prizes; best adult costume, best child costume, best couple costume, and best group costume.
-Massive snow globe to step into a true winter wonderland.
-New in 2026: Chili on the Beach (Accent Rock) and Warming Zone (G&G Electric)
-After party at the Hilton with warm drinks and treats.
“The Goosebump Jump is our kickoff event to our Winter-Guest Tourism Season in Granbury. This is a time when hotels, restaurants, and attractions offer special discounts and packages and increase guest benefits to incentivize visitors to come to Granbury in January and February. And the forecast? 100% chance of snow.” said Tammy Dooley, Director, City of Granbury Convention & Visitors Bureau – Visit Granbury.
The event is sponsored by the Granbury Area Lodging Association, Visit Granbury – City of Granbury, KHITS 95.5, JR Spas, Texas EMS, 817 Print, Accent Rock, G&G Electric and Hood County News.
We will be kicking of festivities in the Lake Granbury Conference Center where you will find the Check and Registration tents. Participants must register and check into the event for their vote to be counted. Participants register for $10, selecting a favorite 501(c)(3). The charity with the most registered jumpers wins all proceeds from Jumper Registrations and Chili on the Beach tastings, $1,000+ from the Granbury Lodging Association, plus an additional $1,000 from Accent Rock through Chili on the Beach. Chili tastings are available for an additional $10, making the prize pot even sweeter!
Spectators are welcome, jumping in the water is not mandatory to enjoy all of the fun and charitable giving. Children are welcome to register and must be accompanied by an adult.
Build your team! Share the Goosebump Jump event with your friends on social media! Here's an easy copy-and-paste message:
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YOU’VE BEEN GOOSED! I challenge you to join me on January 17th at City Beach Park for the Goosebump Jump to raise money for charity, and have fun!I’m jumping to raise money for (insert CHARITY OF YOUR CHOICE HERE) Register to support your favorite charity today and challenge a friend! https://www.visitgranbury.com/goosebumpjump/" |
The first 200 participants to register online or in person at the event will receive a commemorative Lake Granbury Goosebump Jump 2026 medal.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED. IN PERSON REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Stop by Visit Granbury or click the link below to print your registration form. Day-of registrations will also be accepted at City Beach Park.
To register by check or cash, please print out this form and bring it to the Visitor Center or to the event on January 17!
For questions, or to enter the Goosebump Jump, please contact Kaitlin Gerardi/Event Coordinator at 817-573-5548.