Join a challenge or event

Challenge yourself!
Looking to step outside of your comfort zone? Want to do something really special for patients in the Mater Hospital? Check out our busy calendar of events below to see how you can challenge yourself for a great cause.
With your help, we can continue to bring the very best in patient care. These exciting upcoming events and challenges help make that possible…
Go Pink for Breast Cancer Care
Will you get your pink on for breast cancer care in the Mater Hospital this October?
Croke Park Abseil Challenge
Want to reach new heights for our hospital? Join us on Friday, 3rd October in Croke Park and take on a team-building event that soars above the rest!
Irish Life Dublin Marathon
Run for #TeamMater in the Dublin Marathon on Saturday, 26th October 2025.
Squat Challenge for Breast Cancer Care
Can you take on the 30-Day Squat Challenge – 3,000 Squats in November – to raise funds for breast cancer care in the Mater Hospital?
Dickie Dip for Men's Cancer Care
Skip the speedos and take part in the Dickie Dip; the all-male, bare-all dip in Skerries on Saturday, 8th November 2025.
100 Miles in a Month for Cardiac Care
Ready to take on 100 Miles in a Month? All to help raise vital funds to help fund life-saving and life-changing Cardiac Care at the Mater?
Aer Arann Islands Half Marathon
Will you join us on Inis Mór for the Aer Arann Islands Half Marathon this coming spring?
31 Miles in May for Dementia Care
Enjoy the warmer days and the longer evenings while doing something really special for people with dementia in the Mater.
Marilyn's Mater Paddle for Women's Cancer Care
Are you ready for the summer’s most swinging, glamorous and glitzy fundraising event?
VHI Women's Mini Marathon
Be part of our “Mná for the Mater”!