Get a Candle of Hope
Get your Candle of Hope Bags today to utilise while attending one of our Relay events - they're only €5 each, with all proceeds going to services supporting cancer patients and their families.
How it works
A Candle of Hope bag is a personalised candle that is placed around the track where people walk in celebration and remembrance of the cancer survivors and loved ones lost. These candles are lit during the beautiful Candle of Hope ceremony.
Pick an event
Select the location where you would like your Candle Bag or Bags to be placed.
Personalise it
Leave your message and our committees will add the message to your Candle Bag or Bags.
Change lives
Every Bag represents a person. Let the light of our loved ones, guide the way through the 24hrs.
Hear from Relay For Life National Ambassador Shane Filan,
about getting your Candle Bag today!
Other ways to make an impact
Sign Up
Register & fundraise at your local event
Donate
Make a donation to Relay For Life
Merchandise
Get your official merch only at your local event
About Relay For Life
Relay For Life is the biggest cancer fundraising initiative in the world. The Irish Cancer Society is a proud Global partner alongside 35 other countries that host these special events.
Relay For Life is a 24-hour event that sees local communities coming together to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer, and stand shoulder to shoulder with those facing cancer.
Have a question?
For any immediate queries, we've created a page that has the most frequently asked questions about Relay.
If you have another question or query about the Candle of Hope bags or anything else related to your local Relay events, you can always reach out to the Relay team on our freephone line at 1800 200 700 or by sending us an email at relayforlife@irishcancer.ie.
