GALLERY: Relay for Life Kildare 2026 officially launched in Newbridge, Kildare PHOTOS: Martin Connelly The campaign for Relay for Life Kildare 2026 was officially launched on Wednesday 11th March at the Keadeen Hotel in Newbridge, bringing together cancer survivors, volunteers, community supporters and local representatives to mark the beginning of this year’s event. Relay for Life Kildare 2026 will take place at The Curragh Racecourse, Newbridge, on Saturday 6th June – Sunday June 7th from 1pm to 1pm 2026, when communities from across the county will once again gather for this powerful 24-hour event in support of the Irish Cancer Society. Relay for Life sees communities come together to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer, and stand shoulder to shoulder with those currently facing cancer. The event raises vital funds for the Irish Cancer Society while also raising awareness of the ground-breaking research and free support services available to cancer patients and their families. READ NEXT: Home heating oil hikes 'exposes government failure to protect Kildare families' In 2025 alone, the Irish Cancer Society provided significant support to people across Kildare. This included 2,145 free lifts to bring patients to and from cancer treatment, 341 free counselling sessions for people affected by cancer, and 233 nights of Night Nursing care, allowing patients to spend their final days at home surrounded by loved ones. In addition, the Society’s Support Line and Daffodil Centres provided comfort and guidance during 1,067 conversations with people affected by cancer. The launch event was hosted by Irish radio and television presenter Brenda Donohue, who acted as MC for the evening. Among those attending were Peter Whyte, Chair of Relay for Life Kildare, Cllr. Carmel Kelly, Cathaoirleach of Kildare County Council; Ciara Hughes, Relay for Life Campaign Manager; Deirdre O’Callaghan, Vice Principal of Newbridge College; Karen Langton, Global Hero of Hope and cancer
GALLERY: Relay for Life Kildare 2026 officially launched in Newbridge, Kildare
Karen Langton, Brenda Donohue and Cllr Carmel Kelly (Cathaoirleach KCC)
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Karen Langton, Peter Whyte, Brenda Donohue Cllr Carmel Kelly (Cathaoirleach KCC) and Ciara Hughes (ICS)
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Karen Langton, Brenda Donohue, Cllr Carmel Kelly (Cathaoirleach KCC), Peter Robinson (President of the Rotary Club of Newbridge) and Eamon Nolan (Rotary Club Newbridge)
