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DSI honoured to be among chosen charities for Lord Mayor’s Ball

Down Syndrome Ireland is honoured to be among the chosen charities for the Lord Mayor’s annual ball.

The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Councillor Ray McAdam, announced the return of the highly anticipated Lord Mayor’s Black Tie Charity Ball, taking place in the historic Round Room at the Mansion House on Saturday, 18 April 2026.

This year’s event will proudly support Down Syndrome Ireland, along with ChildVision and FirstLight.
When purchasing your tickets, please select Down Syndrome Ireland.

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Joining the Lord Mayor to celebrate this news was Aidan Stacey – CEO of DSI, Fintan Bray – National Advisory Council Chairperson, and Crossy – FM104 presenter and DSI ambassador.

Lord Mayor’s Charity Ball Launch

Speaking at the announcement, the Lord Mayor shared: “I’m proud to have selected ChildVision and Down Syndrome Ireland as my chosen charity partners for the 2026 Lord Mayor’s Charity Ball because they reflect the very best of what it means to celebrate Dublin — a city that is strongest when we put inclusion, opportunity and dignity at the heart of civic life.

ChildVision supports children with vision impairment and complex needs, helping them to learn, communicate, build confidence and live as independently as possible.

Down Syndrome Ireland works every day to support people with Down syndrome and their families, advocating for education, employment, participation and full equality in our communities.

We’re also supporting FirstLight, which provides crucial early intervention and therapeutic support for babies, young children and families when it’s needed most. For our capital city to back these charities is to say something clear about who we are — that every child and every family matters, and that Dublin’s pride is measured by how we care for one another.

On Saturday, 18 April 2026, in the Round Room of the Mansion House, Dublin will come together to support ChildVision, Down Syndrome Ireland, and FirstLight — turning one great night into real, lasting impact.“

If you’d like to buy tickets for the Lord Mayor’s Ball, you can do so here or by contacting Corporate Partnerships and Development Manager Mark Doyle markdoyle@downsyndrome.ie.

If you would like to support us by kindly donating a raffle or auction prize, please contact Mark on markdoyle@downsyndrome.ie.