Overview
- Host Patrick Kielty performed as The Grinch in a Who‑ville production that transformed Studio 4.
- Liam Neeson narrated the opening before a song-and-dance kickoff to the children-led broadcast.
- More than 300 children from across Ireland featured throughout the show as performers, testers and storytellers.
- Surprise moments included Roy Keane’s on-set pep talk and messages or appearances from Lewis Capaldi, Shane Lowry, CMAT, Conor Bradley and Kingfishr.
- The Toy Show Appeal total reached €4,003,179 by late night, with RTÉ confirming that featured toys will be donated to charities.