District Conference 2025 (Sep. 24, 2025)

Discover the vibrant city of Duluth at the Rotary District 5580 Conference this October! Nestled on the shores of Lake Superior, Duluth offers breathtaking natural beauty, a thriving arts scene, and a welcoming community spirit that perfectly embodies Rotary values. Rotarians can look forward to engaging in networking opportunities in the House of Friendship, inspiring speakers, and unforgettable local experiences, like the opening Icebreaker event at the Historic Union Depot, where you will explore the Lake Superior Railroad Museum and its collection of the finest railroad cars and equipment in the country, while enjoying amazing catering from Bellisio’s and sipping local brews! Bring your family and enjoy the fall colors and waterfront strolls to unique dining and shopping venues. Join us in Duluth to celebrate fellowship, service, and the excitement of making a difference together! Register today!

RESERVE LODGING

Duluth and the surrounding areas are beautiful! This is a destination city with strong tourism. Reserve your lodging now while you can!

HOST HOTEL

Holiday Inn & Suites Duluth-Downtown

$160 Group Rate

For hotel reservations:

By Phone:

218-722-1202 Option 3

Refer to Rotary District 5580 Convention Room Block when making your

reservation to receive the special conference rate.

Online:

Simply click on the link below and enter your arrival and departure dates.

Rotary District 5580 Convention

2 options to choose from!

Sign up during online registration or email the District Environmental Team to sign up.

Option A: Friday morning (9:30 - 11:00)

Great Lakes Aquarium

Family-friendly project, likely outdoors helping to renovate the Nature Play Space. Limit 25.

Option B: Sunday morning (9:30 - 11:00)

Incline Stairs

Fall cleaning (leaves and brush) of this historic Duluth feature. Tools, views, stories and carpools provided. Limit 15.

ENTERTAINMENT

Special Saturday Evening Musical Entertainment

Musical event at the

Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC) - $49

Price includes heavy hors d'oeuvres and musical entertainment by the Transit Authority.

TRANSIT AUTHORITY

Since performing their very first shows together in the early spring of 2004, Transit Authority has become known throughout the U.S. as the premier tribute band to the iconic group Chicago. Based out of St. Paul, Minnesota, this eight member ensemble creates an accurate musical salute to the greatest horn driven rock band to ever hit the stage. Transit Authority’s mission is to recreate the excitement of the original Chicago’s sound with each and every performance – (Minus the cracks and pops of the vinyl!)

Transit Authority has assembled some amazingly talented musicians who meticulously capture all the nuances of the original recordings and will honestly make you believe you are witnessing the real thing. Performing mega-hits such as, “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?”, “Hard Habit to Break”, “Make Me Smile”, “Old Days”, “Just You ‘n Me”, “Beginnings”, “Wake Up Sunshine”, and many more!

District 5580 Conference 2025