Wrightsville Plunge
When is Wrightsville Plunge?
Wrightsville Plunge takes place on Friday, January 1, 2027 in Wrightsville Beach, NC.
What distances does Wrightsville Plunge offer?
Wrightsville Plunge offers 2 events: Wrightsville Plunge, After Party Tickets.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrightsville Plunge | — | $25.00 | Register |
| After Party Tickets | — | $15.00 | Register |
How much does Wrightsville Plunge cost?
Registration for Wrightsville Plunge starts at $15.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Wrightsville Plunge held?
Wrightsville Plunge is held in Wrightsville Beach, NC at 703 S Lumina Ave.
About Wrightsville Plunge
Celebrate 12 Years of Plunging for Purpose
Join us at Wrightsville Beach on January 1st and kick off your New Year by Plungin' for a Purpose!
The 12th Annual Wrightsville Plunge benefits Communities In Schools of Cape Fear, which works to help keep kids in school, and on the path to graduation. Its a great way to support our region's youth, and have a blast at the same time!
Registration includes a free shuttle from Wrightsville Beach Park, fun photo ops, a costume contest, and your choice of a long-sleeve tee, short-sleeve tee, beanie, or trucker hat.
2027 PLUNGE DETAILS
1. PLUNGE LOCATION - On the north side of the Oceanic Pier (703 S. Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC)
2. AFTERPARTY 2027 - You must purchase an afterparty wristband for access to the Plunge Afterparty. Adults are $15 and youth (21 and under) are $5 in advance when you pay online during Plunge registration! The cost goes up if you choose to purchase afterparty tickets on Plunge Day. Your ticket to the 2026 Plunge Afterparty covers the cost of craft beer, pizza, music and fun!
3. PACKET PICKUP ON THURSDAY DECEMBER 31, 2026 FROM 11 AM to 2 PM - Stop by South End Surf Shop and pick up your Plunge Packet, including your Plunge Arm Band, Tickets to the After Party, and your Plunge Swag! Meet up with friends or make new friends while you browse the Plunge Merch Store!
4. PLUNGE DAY CHECK-IN (Shirt, Arm Band and Gear Pick-Up) will begin at 10 AM on New Years Day at the large, white tent at South End Surf Shop. If you checked in and picked up your armband and gear on Monday, you DO NOT need to come to the Check-In Tent.
5. PARKING - There is EXTREMELY LIMITED parking near the Plunge so you are encouraged to use the shuttle. Please refer to the Parking Instruction section of our website.
6. ARRIVE EARLY! Beat the crowds and traffic by arriving at the beach early! The weather will be perfect - bring your coffee/breakfast/beach chair and plan to spend the morning on the beach!
7. PLUNGE MERCH TENT - We will have beach towels, hats, Camelbak coffee mugs, shirts, and tanks available at the Merch Tent, located in the South End Surf Shop parking lot.