Darkness Into Light

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Various Locations, Saturday 10th May

Darkness Into Light 2025, proudly supported by Electric Ireland, will take place at 4:15 a.m. on Saturday, May 10, 2025. This inspiring event symbolizes hope, as communities come together to support mental health and prevent suicide.

There are many ways to get involved. Join an official Darkness Into Light walk or create your own DIL fundraiser—whether it’s a bake sale, a car wash, a sponsored silence, a run, or a swim. Rally your family, friends, and colleagues in your local area to make a difference.

Let's stop suicide. Sign up to stop suicide and be part of the change. Together, we can turn Darkness Into Light for those who need it most.

Join an Official Walk
With over 200 official walks across Ireland and abroad, you can come together with your community and be part of the most important sunrsie of the year.
Registration is now open – Sign Up Here

Create a DIL Fundraiser
Would you, your school, club or business like to do something else?
Do a TikTok dance, host a coffee morning, go sailing or something completely different!
There are some great fundraising tools & tips

Safety
The safety of the Darkness Into Light supporters is the highest priority.
Please plan your Darkness Into Light route carefully and ensure that it is safe, well-lit and has no hazards.
If you are near or in open water, please follow water safety guidelines and never swim in bad weather conditions or alone.


Date:
Saturday 10th May
Time:
Sunrise
Price:
Donation

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