Darkness Into Light 2026, proudly supported by Electric Ireland, is Pieta’s (The charity for suicide and self-harm prevention) biggest fundraiser, the 5km walk will take place at 4:15 a.m. on Saturday, 9th of May, 2026. The funds raised through Darkness Into Light supports Pieta’s lifesaving free services to people in your community that have been affected by suicide or self-harm. This inspiring event also symbolises hope, as communities come together to support mental health, suicide and self-harm prevention.

There are many ways to get involved. Purchase a ticket and join one of our Official Darkness Into Light walks or Take Part Your Own Way, where you can fundraise or donate – whether it’s a sunrise swim, hike, run, a bake sale, a car wash, a coffee morning, or something totally different. Rally your family, friends, and colleagues in your local area to make a difference.

Sign up and help 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.