Team up for Samaritans this May! Workplaces across Ireland are coming together for the Away Day Games, an action-packed day of fun, games, and team-building.
Take on the Away Day Games
22 May
Thursday, 22 May 2025 (Morning/afternoon slots available)
Dublin
Venue: Wanderers Stadium, Dublin 4
Join workplaces across Ireland competing for the title of Away Day Games Champions
Team up for Samaritans
Champion your team
Take part in team challenges inspired by contests like Taskmaster and Ireland's Fittest Family, and compete for the title of Away Day Games Champions.
Champion mental health
All for a good cause – supporting Samaritans' life-saving work and furthering our mission of fewer lives lost to suicide.
Your coach on the day, Davy Fitzgerald from Ireland's Fittest Family
Enter your team of 4 for FREE before April 30th
- Each team you register gets its own dedicated fundraising page to rally support for Samaritans.
- Registration is free. Each team must meet their Samaritans' fundraising goal – this can be done through your online fundraising page, workplace events, matched funding from your company, or however you like!
- Teams that raise the most funds for Samaritans get a competitive advantage in the games!
Event information
Challenges
- Away Day Games has physical and mental challenges to suit everyone.
- Zone A is a strength and fitness obstacle course.
- Zone B tests other skills such as coordination and general knowledge.
- Read more about Away Day Games challenges.
Fans in the Stands
Rally your company spirit! In addition to your teams, colleagues and supporters are welcome to join the fun – cheering on participants and taking on fun Zone B games.
Fundraising
- Each team you register gets its own dedicated fundraising page to rally support for Samaritans.
- Each team must raise a minimum of €2,000 (or €500 per team member) – this can be done through your online fundraising page, workplace events, matched funding from your company, or however you like!
- From bake sales and coffee mornings to raffles and sweepstakes – our team is here to support you and provide you with helpful fundraising resources.
- Teams that raise the most funds for Samaritans get a competitive advantage in the games!
Sponsorship opportunities
Support Samaritans and get in front of businesses by becoming an Away Day Games official sponsor. Please email our Partnerships Team for information.
What to expect on the day
Read more about the Away Day Games here – from the craic of the challenges to the day's food, entertainment, awards, and more.
If you have questions about the Away Day Games, please email our Partnerships Team and we'll be happy to help! [email protected]