Abseil Croke Park this June and help us ensure no child has to face cancer alone.

With your colleagues, community group, club, or family and friends, this is your chance to take on a thrilling challenge, conquer your fears, and be a superhero for the day to raise vital funds to help Cancer Fund for Children continue to be there for children and young people impacted by cancer when they need us the most.

With a drop of almost 150ft (44 metres), you will ascend from the roof of the stadium (the 3rd largest in Europe!) to the hallowed ground below. And it is not just about the abseil – getting to the abseil location is all part of the experience too as you take the steps to the roof and take in the incredible views over the city.

Key Event Details:

• Date: Thursday 18th June 2026
• Location: Croke Park Stadium, Dublin
• Times: Your abseil time will be confirmed no later than 1 week before event day
• Spaces Available: 40
• Registration Fee: €50 per person
• Fundraising Target: €400 per participant
• Restrictions: Anyone 18 years old or over can take part, and there is a weight restriction of 120 kg / 18.8 st / 264.5 lbs.
• Fitness: Fitness is not very important, but agility/mobility is as to reach the start of the abseil you will be required to descend 3 short ladders and climb over a barrier. If you have mobility issues, please get in touch so we can assess if you can participate. Anyone who has had recent surgery, has back pain or other medical/mobility issues, or are over 65 must seek their GP’s advice before partaking in this event.
• Spectators: Colleagues, family and friends can absolutely join to watch you take on the challenge and snap some photos! There will be a dedicated viewing area for them. Access to the roof is strictly for participants only. Please note, we recommend you leave personal belongings with your spectators. Mobile phones and jewellery are not allowed to be taken onto the roof.

Every month across the island of Ireland, up to another 40 children and young people are diagnosed with cancer.

Cancer treatment is frightening, challenging, and isolating and can devastate families emotionally, physically, and financially. For a diagnosed child, months of gruelling treatment and its side effects can impact their mental health, their education, and their friendships.

At Cancer Fund for Children, we understand the devastating impact a cancer diagnosis and its treatment have on the whole family, and that beyond the essential medical care, there is a family life that needs to be rebuilt.

Our aim is to empower, connect and strengthen families, so they feel equipped to deal with whatever cancer throws at them, but we simply could not do this without amazing people like you by our side.

Our amazing Fundraising Team will be there for you every step of the way to support you in your fundraising efforts.

If you have a query for us ahead of signing up regarding your fundraising, the event itself, or about the work of Cancer Fund for Children, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

T: 01 562 1580 / 028 9080 5599

E: events@cancerfundforchildren.com