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Greyhounds in Gettysburg, or GiG as it is affectionately called, is a four-day annual fundraising event filled with shopping opportunities, seminars, socials and more.
Thanks to the dedication of countless volunteers and adoption groups, and with the continued support of our guests, sponsors and vendors, GiG has become the largest sighthound reunion in the country, with hundreds of people and their hounds enjoying this fun weekend in the beautiful Gettysburg countryside.
GiG began in 1998 with a small group of friends and has steadily grown every year. In 2013, Nittany Greyhounds took over the management of the event. Our mission has always been to raise awareness about greyhound adoption, and all proceeds from GiG benefit our adoption efforts.
Recently though, GiG has become so much more -- awareness of the plight of other sighthounds in this country and around the world, ex-racers from other countries such as Ireland and Australia, the joy of owning other sighthounds like Whippets, Italian Greyhounds, Borzoi, etc.
All these groups have found their place at GiG, and we welcome them to our event. We plan everything so your hounds are welcome at our events and venues.
Our event home in Gettysburg is the Allstar Family Fun Center (2638 Emmitsburg Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325), and our host hotel is the Eisenhower Hotel, with which we have a special rate for overnight rooms. Both are on the same property. We have a few off-property events, and those venues' names and addresses will appear on the schedule.
The 2023 Activities Area was Sponsored by Jersey Mike's of Gettysburg.
Dogs are welcome at all venues and events (except in the Seminary Ridge Museum).
Continue scrolling down to see our 2023 pricing structure and "Add-On" event options. Registration for 2024 will open in January.
Mark your calendars now to Join us in 2024!
Greyhounds in Gettysburg 2024
April 18 - 21, 2024
Allstar Center
2638 Emmitsburg Road
Gettysburg, PA 17325
GiG Online Registration is closed. Stay tuned for 2024 details.
$40 for walk-ins at the event!
WALK-IN / DAY-OF-EVENT REGISTRATIONS will be accepted but will be $40 per person. However, we cannot guarantee that swag bags, shirts, or event tickets will be available.
We are holding the line this year, so registration prices are the same as last year!
All registered attendees will receive a bracelet at registration to guarantee entrance to the daily seminar speakers' area. (See "Seminar Schedule" for details.)
Children under 12 are free and may attend the Speaker Seminars if accompanied by a registered adult. But if they want to attend Add-On Events (workshops, sunrise museum symposium, Thursday, Friday or Saturday Evening events), you will have to buy Event Tickets for them.
SO WHY REGISTER? This is a fundraiser for not only Nittany Greyhounds but many other adoption groups as well. Every penny over and above the actual event costs goes to our greyhound adoption and medical treatment efforts. Nobody is paid; we are all volunteers. Your registration dollars help us pay for the venue, floor coverings, off-leash play areas, free socials, entertainment, speakers, and other parts of the weekend that incur costs. Everything we do, we do for your comfort and enjoyment.
All "Add-On" Event Tickets will be in your registration packet provided at check-in. *You must be registered and have a ticket to attend these "Add-On" Events. Payment must be received to guarantee reservations to the Workshops & Events.
EVENT T-SHIRTS:
Our shirt this year is an original artwork from Linda Evans and is a wrap-around design in gorgeous full color on a heather navy shirt. Pre-order the short-sleeved version in sizes adult small to 3x. (A long-sleeved t-shirt will be available for purchase at the event.)
Check them out; they are gorgeous! You will get your pre-ordered t-shirts when you check in at the event. If you decide not to pre-register, we can't guarantee that shirts or swag bags will be available for purchase. Better to pre-order!
If we have any t-shirts left, they will be available online soon.
SPECTACULAR CASH RAFFLE:
28 cash prizes and a gorgeous Italian porcelain greyhound statue!
Top prize of $10,000 cash!
ONLY 1,500 tickets available.
Drawing was held Saturday Evening at the Carnival.
*PAPER MACHE CARTUNA HOUND SPECTACULAR with STEVE WIRTZ *
A fun do-it-yourself workshop that allows you to create a paper mache sculpture in the style of master sculptor Steve Wirtz.
This 2 ½ hour class will have you gluing paper strips over pre-made wire armatures (forms). That's right; the hard part is done for you. Wirtz will show you tips and techniques to make the most spectacular sculpture! Absolutely no artistic talent needed. Just show up wearing clothes you don't mind getting messy and bring a rag or towel to wipe off your hands. All other supplies/materials provided.
Additional wire forms/kits will be available for purchase at the workshop. Don't miss it!
*Pre Registration Required - Sold Out!
When: 4:15 PM Friday - Allstar Cafeteria
*ART WORKSHOP*
with GREYHOUND DESIGN ARTIST LINDA K EVANS
Once again, Linda will offer us an opportunity to sit with her for inspiration, and you will end up with a piece of artwork you created! Linda will provide all the supplies for you to create your very own art, with her as your coach. Colored pencils, non-aerosol spray paint, greyhound templates, natural elements - leaves, twigs etc., markers, pens and mat board all jump into the mix to make your own "Hidden Hound" art! No prior art experience is necessary, and all materials are provided. Bring along your love of hounds and nature. Bring home your finished and framed masterpiece! Registration is capped at 15, so don't wait!
*Pre Registration Required - Sold Out!
When: 8:30 AM Saturday Morning - Allstar Cafeteria
*SUNRISE MUSEUM SYMPOSIUM*
"Artillery on Seminary Ridge"
On the afternoon of July 1, 1863, more than 20 United States cannons occupied Seminary Ridge, one of the highest artillery concentrations on the Gettysburg battlefield. At least 18 Confederate guns occupied the same ground for the next two days. Visit an original cannon, hear the stories of the soldiers who operated these guns, and discover the artillery's lasting impacts upon the Lutheran Seminary Campus. Note that this is information relayed from first-hand accounts, a human experience more than military tactics.
This seminar will also include a free ticket for admission to the Museum, good for any time over the weekend (sorry, dogs are not allowed inside the Museum proper).
When: 8 AM Saturday
Seminary Ridge Museum 111 Seminary Rdg, Gettysburg, PA 17325
Cost: $5/person
*THURSDAY GAME NIGHT*
If you have ever attended this event, you know how much fun it is! This event helps everyone get to know each other and starts the weekend with a good laugh and new friends! At the end of the night, a grand prize winner will take home some cash and free registration for GiG 2024!
When: 7:00 PM Thursday
Eisenhower Hotel Grand Ballroom
Cost: $2/person
*FRIDAY NIGHT IGGY SPECTACULAR*
If you have ever wanted to meet Italian Greyhounds or have an Iggy and would like to have them interact with other Iggies in a fun, safe environment, then this event is for you! We will get together for a light buffet meal, playtime for the dogs, a Chinese Auction, and other fun activities. All proceeds will benefit Italian Greyhound Rescue/Adoption.
When: 6:30 PM Friday
Eisenhower Hotel Grand Ballroom
Cost: $25/person with Buffett
Walk-ins Welcome After 7:30 PM (No Buffet)
*SATURDAY NIGHT CARNIVAL BUFFET & PARTY*
We are planning a really fun night of arcade games, fun carnival food, interactive games with your dogs, a carnival costume contest, and a great buffet for your enjoyment. We will have music and other entertainment, and during this event, we'll pull the ticket for the $10,000 cash raffle.
When: 6:00 PM Saturday
Eisenhower Hotel Grand Ballroom
Cost: $25/person with Buffett
5:00 p.m. Doors/Cash Bar Opens for Ticket Holders Only
6:00 p.m. Dinner Buffet Served (Banquet Ticket-Holders Only)
6:30 p.m. Doors/Cash Bar Re-Open to the Public
6:30 p.m. Arcade Games & Contests Begin for All
8:30 p.m. Spectacular Cash Raffle Winners Drawn (All Welcome)
Nittany Greyhounds, Inc
30 Tld Circle, Port Matilda, Pennsylvania 16870, United States
Nittany Greyhounds, Inc. is an IRS-approved 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization. All contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
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