Join Rotarians from District 5050 and around the world at the Rotary International Convention in Calgary from June 21 to 25, 2025.
Every Rotarian should attend at least one Rotary International Convention and Calgary is both convenient and cost effective, as well as known for being a great host city. The Convention is the perfect place to discover new opportunities for service and friendship and to see the worldwide scope and power of Rotary. Click the links below to visit the appropriate website.
REGISTRATION
The main website page is www.convention.rotary.org
From this website, you can register for the Convention, book a hotel room and get information on the program and Host Organizing Committee (HOC) special events.
Convention registration fees are $625 USD per person until March 31 (increasing to $695 as of April 1). To encourage younger attendees, there is a discounted fee of only $225 USD for anyone ages 19-30, and $30 USD for anyone age 18 or younger. The registration is refundable except for a cancellation fee of $50.
PROGRAM AND SPECIAL EVENTS
Some useful links:
- Download the Schedule at a Glance.
- Discover the preliminary list of breakout sessions.
- Explore new speakers and entertainment.
- Find the House of Friendship hours.
- Online registration for Rotary Foundation donor events is now available. Attendance is for eligible donors only, and those who qualify will receive invitations by email. Visit the Donor Events page for information about the donor experience at the convention and to register for events you’re eligible for.
The exact program details won't be released until closer to the start of the Convention, but here is a breakdown of what to expect:
Saturday, June 21:
Registration opens, as does the House of Friendship (displays of service projects, Rotary Action Groups, Rotary Fellowships and shopping for all sorts of goods).
Grandstand Spectacular - HOC special event featuring entertainment, showmanship, music, marching bands, Indigenous hoop dancing, and thrilling horseback relay races!
Sunday, June 22:
Opening Plenary session. There will be two seatings - the first is 09:30 to 11:30, and the second is 15:00 to 17:00. Rotary International will email you about your seating assignment in early June. Learn more on the General Sessions page.
Rotary District 5050 Get Together, hosted by Governor-Elect Isabelle Martinez Hayer and held jointly with our neighbour, District 5040. The Get Together will be at the Gasoline Alley Museum at Calgary's Heritage Park. Mix, mingle and munch in a vintage car museum, housing an extensive antique car and memorabilia collection. We have two registration options. ROTARIANS CLICK HERE and ROTARACTORS CLICK HERE. The links also include event details.
Two HOC special events (at the same time, so you can only go to one):
Rockin' The Big Tent - a night of electrifying country music at the Nashville North tent, with unforgettable performances, Southern charm and a boot-stompin' good time for all!
New Blood with The Calgary Civic Symphony Orchestra - Indigenous musicians and dancers promising an unforgettable evening for all ages.
Note that all three evening events take place in the same evening (Get Together starting at 6pm, New Blood at 7pm and Rockin' at 8pm) so you will only be able to attend one of those events.
Note that all three evening events take place in the same evening (Get Together starting at 6pm, New Blood at 7pm and Rockin' at 8pm) so you will only be able to attend one of those events.
Monday, June 23:
Morning Plenary Session followed by Breakout sessions for a huge variety of interests and projects.
Host Hospitality Evening - HOC special event: dinner (including transportation) with local Rotarians at individual homes, restaurants and larger venues.
Beyond Borders Dinner - District 5050 is part of a larger group of Districts across Canada and the United States called Zones 28 & 32, which is hosting a dinner at the Calgary Zoo on Monday evening. You can expect current RI President Stephanie Urchick AND Past President Jennifer Jones to be there, as they are both members of our Zone. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO PURCHASE TICKETS
Tuesday, June 24:
Morning Plenary Session followed by Breakout sessions for a huge variety of interests and projects.
Western Ranch Showcase - HOC special event: Experience the spirit of the Old West at the Nutrien Western Event Centre—a night filled with thrilling rodeo demos, cowboy poetry, and live entertainment, promising unforgettable memories for all!
Wednesday, June 25:
Morning Breakout sessions; House of Friendship Closing Ceremony
Closing Plenary
Sean's Social - I'm not one to let an opportunity to party pass by. I'll be heading for a bar or similar setting and welcome any stragglers staying until Thursday to join me. If you are interested in joining me, CLICK HERE TO EMAIL ME.
Registration for the HOC special events require a separate registration and fee. For all of the HOC events, details and registration, go to www.rotarycalgary2025.org
HOTELS AND ACCOMMODATION
Rotary International has secured hotels for members. All RI contracted hotels will have free transportation from your hotel to the Convention venue. To view the hotel options and to book one, visit the main RI Convention website - www.convention.rotary.org - and click Registration and Housing.
You will find a link to see available housing here: "See a full list of hotels and check current availability") or click the Book Hotel Online link.
Rotary District 5050 has secured a group hotel booking for 50 rooms at the Glenmore Inn and Convention Centre. If you are interested in a room (or if they are fully booked to be added to a waiting list in the event of cancellations), please email Sean Hogan at shogan@buckleyhogan.com
Members can also book directly with their own hotels, AirBNB, VRBO.
With the cancellation deadline approaching (30 April) there should be more rooms available. Rotary’s Housing teams have been following up with people that have rooms booked but have not paid or have cancelled.
Rotary has also provided the following information on additional housing options:
Due to the high demand for housing, Rotary’s official block inventory is limited to select properties with availability. Explore additional housing options that are not part of the official Rotary block. You can book these properties online or call +1-619-546-7263 for live assistance. Note: Maritz and Rotary do not manage reservations and inquiries secured through the aRes Travel site.
With the cancellation deadline approaching (30 April) there should be more rooms available. Rotary’s Housing teams have been following up with people that have rooms booked but have not paid or have cancelled.
Rotary has also provided the following information on additional housing options:
Due to the high demand for housing, Rotary’s official block inventory is limited to select properties with availability. Explore additional housing options that are not part of the official Rotary block. You can book these properties online or call +1-619-546-7263 for live assistance. Note: Maritz and Rotary do not manage reservations and inquiries secured through the aRes Travel site.
OTHER TOURISTY THINGS TO DO
While we aren't organizing events or tours outside the Convention, there are plenty of things to do if you want to add some time to your visit, including:
Take a train ride on the Rocky Mountaineer: www.rockymountaineer.com
Visit the Rocky Mountains - including Banff and Lake Louise.
Drive through the Badlands on your way to meet dinosaurs at the Royal Tyrrell Museum: https://tyrrellmuseum.com/
For flights to Calgary, planning other tours, trains and flights in Canada and to the nearby Rockies, Alaska and USA, contact your Travel Agent.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
I am happy to talk to you and your Club members on what to expect at a Convention - CLICK HERE to send me an email.
Sean Hogan
Chair, Calgary 2025 Promotion Committee