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You can still support Pieta's life-saving services.
In 2025 you helped to fund
100,000
+
Helpline calls & texts
41,000
Counselling hours
6,029
Unique therapy journeys
Help raise much needed funds for suicide prevention
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Our goal
€3,000,000
Darkness into
Light
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Our Official Walks
For a list of all our official walks, click below to find the closest one to you.
Our Walks
Requests for new venues for Darkness Into Light 2026 are now closed.
If you would like to become an official venue for Darkness Into Light 2027, please email volunteers@pieta.ie, providing as much detail as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darkness Into Light?
Darkness Into Light is a 5km walk which takes place at 4:15am on Saturday 9th of May 2026 and is Pieta's biggest annual fundraiser.
What date is Darkness Into Light?
Darkness Into Light 2026, proudly supported by Electric Ireland, will take place at 4:15 am on the morning of Saturday May 9th.
Do I have to fundraise for Darkness Into Light?
Pieta is 80% funded by public fundraising and we rely heavily on your support. No matter how small, every cent counts and goes towards extending our life saving services to everyone who needs them.
Once you register to take part in Darkness Into Light you will automatically get a fundraising page but it is up to you if you wish to share this with friends and family. Fundraising is optional, but impactful!
Why am I being charged for a T-shirt?
It costs Pieta €8.50 to print and deliver each t-shirt for Darkness Into Light. In an effort to ensure our services remain free of charge to anyone that needs them, we must charge a nominal fee for the iconic Darkness Into Light t-shirt. While we have a fresh new design for 2026, we still enourage you to reuse your previous t-shirt if you so wish.
How do I claim the FREE beanie or hoodie?
This year, we are offering fundraising incentives! Fundraise over €250, and you'll receive a complimentary beanie. Fundraise over €500, and you'll earn a free reflective hoodie.
While fundraising is optional, your efforts make a significant impact. Pieta is 80% funded by fundraising events like Darkness Into Light so we encourage you to get involved and support our cause!
To claim your beanie or hoodie, once you register and fundraise, click on your name in the top right corner and select 'Dashboard.' Once you're on the dashboard, scroll down, and you'll find your unlocked rewards.
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This year on Saturday 9th of May join us and help raise much needed funds for Pieta to support suicide and self harm.
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This year on Saturday 9th May join us for the most important sunrise of the year and help raise much needed funds.
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