Costume Contest

Dressing up for the big day? Take part in our costume contest!

Get your photo taken at our photobooth station at the Penguin Plunge.

All photos will be placed on Facebook for our Facebook followers to vote on starting January 3rd. Voting ends January 6th. Winners will be notified on or around January 7th! 

Winners will be selected for best Individual Costume, Best Duo or Group Costume, and Best Pet Costume!

Join us for Central PA's New Year's Day Tradition!

"Plunge" into the New Year with the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area. Registration is NOW OPEN! Celebrating its 28th year, the Penguin Plunge is a signature fundraising event to support animals in need. Participants register in advance to raise funds, then gather on New Year's Day to jump into the icy cold Susquehanna River. Hundreds more come to cheer on these animal welfare warriors!

Register now, then join us for a fun day for the animals. You can fundraise and Plunge as an individual or create a team of friends, family, or coworkers. Fundraise in honor of your pet or pick your favorite pet from our shelter. Registration is $40.00. Any individual that raises an additional $75.00 receives and exclusive event beach towel.

Be an early bird (or Penguin): Register by December 15th and pay just $30!

Event Information

City Island, Harrisburg
Check-in begins at 10am
Plunge at Noon

Party with us from 10am-2pm at the Harrisburg Beach Club! 
Drinks • Food • Raffles • Adoptables • Music • Games
Photobooth • Merchandise • and more!

Prizes

  • Top Individual Fundraiser
    • $100 Amazon Gift Card
    • Gift Card for One Evening Class at Wheel of Light Studio in Halifax
  • Top Team Fundraiser
    • Residental Housing Plaque at HSHA
    • $100 Restaurant Gift Card
  • Best Costume - Individual
    • Furget-Me-Not Gift Basket
  • Best Costume - Duo or Group
    • $50 Restuarant Gift Card
  • Best Costume - Pet
    • Pet-Themed Gift Basket

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