When you think about mascots, your mind probably goes straight to packed stadiums, college football games, or professional sports. But some of the best places for mascots aren’t stadiums at all.

From grand openings and festivals to school assemblies, charity events, company parties, and community celebrations, mascots have a unique ability to turn an ordinary event into something people remember.

Mascots Get People’s Attention

At a busy event, getting noticed can be difficult.

A seven-foot mascot walking through the crowd? That’s a little harder to ignore.

Mascots naturally attract attention, especially from families and children. People stop, wave, take pictures, and share those pictures online. For organizations trying to create excitement around a booth, brand, team, or cause, that attention can be incredibly valuable.

They Create Photo Opportunities

One of the biggest advantages of having a mascot at an event is simple: people want pictures with mascots.

Every photo creates another memory associated with the event—and potentially another social media post.

Instead of simply attending an event, guests leave with something they can share with friends and family.

Mascots Aren’t Just for Sports

Sports mascots may be the most recognizable, but mascot appearances can work for almost any organization.

Mascots can appear at:

• School assemblies and carnivals
• Birthday parties
• Charity events and fundraisers
• Parades
• Corporate events
• Grand openings
• Festivals and fairs
• Community celebrations
• Promotional appearances
• Youth sporting events
• Holiday events
• Brand activations

If there’s a crowd, there’s probably an opportunity for a mascot.

A Great Performer Makes the Difference

A mascot costume by itself isn’t what creates a memorable appearance.

The performer inside it does.

Experienced mascot performers understand how to communicate without speaking, interact appropriately with different audiences, pose for photos, improvise, maintain character, and keep their energy up throughout an appearance.

That’s one reason finding the right mascot for your event matters.

Finding Mascots Near You Shouldn’t Be Difficult

Traditionally, finding a mascot to hire can be surprisingly complicated.

Who do you contact? Which mascots actually make appearances? How much do they charge? Are there mascots nearby?

That’s exactly the problem Get My Mascot is trying to solve.

We’re building a central place where people can discover mascots across North America, browse available performers, and connect with mascots that may be available for their next event.

And we’re building much more than a booking directory. Get My Mascot also connects the mascot community with coaches, consultants, costume manufacturers, job opportunities, and other resources.

Bring a Mascot to Your Next Event

Your guests might forget the decorations.

They might forget what was served.

But they’re probably going to remember taking a picture with a giant dancing mascot.

If you’re organizing an upcoming event, explore Get My Mascot and see who’s out there.

Find the mascot. Make the connection. Create the memory.