Brrr, that's cold! But everyone's laughing as four brave swimmers in bobble hats run into the sea. This New Year's swim coloring page has big, simple shapes for little hands. Print it for free and brighten up your New Year's coloring page!
Why this picture is so cheerful
Four people run side by side into the water: a woman in a striped swimsuit, a bearded man, a woman laughing with her eyes shut and a young man in swim trunks. All of them wear thick bobble hats. Water splashes at their feet, and the beach in front has a few little mounds – pebbles or leftover snow, you decide. Bold lines and big shapes make it perfect for kids from age 2.
🖨️ Step by Step: How to Print It Best
Click “Print” on the right, or download the image or PDF.
Letter or A4 in portrait, scaling set to “Fit to page” – the picture fits the sheet perfectly.
Regular printer paper is fine for colored pencils; for paint, use thicker paper (65–110 lb).
Grab your crayons and go – then give the finished picture a spot on the fridge!
Why do people swim on New Year's Day?
In some countries, like the Netherlands and the UK, crowds of people run into the cold sea on January 1. In the US this is often called a polar plunge. People want to start the year feeling fresh and brave. Many wear a hat to keep their heads warm. Important: only grown-ups do this, at organized events with helpers – kids are better off watching, bundled up on the beach.
Ideas with the swim picture
Give the swimmers hats in your favorite colors and tell who reaches the water first. In preschool, it's a great start for a chat about warm and cold.
Color ideas for the New Year's swim
Bright hats and blue sea – it really pops.
Red, orange and pink stand out on the beach.
A light blue shows how fresh the water is.
Every swimsuit and pair of trunks a different color.
Pale yellow or tan for the sand, gray or white for the little mounds.
When to use this coloring page
A fun page to kick off the year.
Cozy coloring after a long night.
A cheerful start to the New Year.
An easy picture about New Year in other countries.
Great for talking about cold and warm.
New Year's swims in a nutshell
Little facts about winter swimming.
Many people run into the sea on January 1.
New Year's swims happen there too.
It keeps heads warm in the water.
Adults swim at organized events.
More New Year traditions around the world
The New Year Around the World group has bell ringing, a lucky cake and chair jumping for you to color.
🌍 More from “New Year Around the World”:
Your Benefits at PureSketchy:
- Big spaces: Perfect for the littlest artists.
- Lots of action: The running figures spread good cheer.
- World cultures: A custom from other countries.
- Learning colors: Hats and swimwear in many colors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What age is this coloring page for?
Great even for kids about 2 to 3: thick lines, big bodies and hardly any tiny details.
Is the download free?
Yes, all coloring pages on PureSketchy are 100% free for personal use, preschools, and schools.
What should we color it with?
Chunky crayons and colored pencils are perfect for small hands.
Is there a German version?
Yes! You can find the German version at Neujahrsschwimmen.