Pooch Plunge 2026
Date: September 8 - 13, 2026
Thanks to our partnership with the City of Wilmington, the YMCA is proud to continue Wilmington's favorite summer tradition: Pooch Plunge!
Bring your best friend to the pool to cool down and have some fun!
2026 EVENTS
Public Pooch Plunge
No registration required!
Sept. 10–11 | 4–7 PM
Sept. 12–13 | 11 AM–5 PM
$5 per dog
$1 Pup Cups all proceeds support
the YMCA Annual Campaign
Private Dog Swim
Sept. 8–9 | 3–6 PM
Sept. 10–11 | 12–4 PM
30-minute private pool sessions for your pup.
Registration required for private sessions.
Private Sessions
Sept. 8–9 | 12–3 PM
30-minute private sessions with pet photography by The Photo District.
Register for Pet Photography and Private Swim!
Wilmington, NC 28412
Rules
- All dogs must be up to date on vaccines
- Owners are responsible for the behavior of their pets
- Aggressive dogs are not allowed into the event
Only dogs are allowed in the pool. Per Health Department regulations, humans may not get in the pool or even put their feet in the pool.
