Club events
2 May | Rotary Club of Walnut Grove, California
E-Waste and Recycling Event
For a third year, the club has partnered with the Sacramento Regional Conservation Corps, an organization that provides job training to young people, to hold this recycling event at the Walnut Grove Library. People can drop off their old electronic devices, including televisions, computers, cellphones, printers, and stereo equipment, and the conservation corps (a registered e-waste handler) does the rest.
3 May | Rotary Club of Framingham, Massachusetts
Cornhole Tournament
Watch bags fly at this second annual tournament, where teams of two will face off in two divisions. Seasoned pros and first-timers alike will have a great time raising money for local nonprofits. A cash prize will be awarded in the competitive division and a brand-new set of cornhole boards in the social division. Area police and fire departments, as well as area Rotary clubs, will have their own structured competitions. Snacks and beverages will be available.
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8 May | Rotary Club of Lake Mahopac, New York
12th Annual Rock & Roll Spectacular
An exciting night of 1960s music at the Mahopac High School auditorium will feature live performances by The Happenings, The Vogues, and Vinnie Medugno. The fabulous Coda Band will be backing all the artists for this fundraising show that is organized by the Mahopac club and sponsored by a local oldies radio station.
16 May | Rotary Club of Oakwood, Ohio
That Day in May
The club devotes more than 1,000 volunteer hours to this community festival, an annual tradition in Oakwood for more than half a century. The day begins early with a series of races (10K, 5K, and a 1K fun run) and a pancake breakfast. The afternoon brings a parade, a car show, a dog show, and a baseball game played by former Oakwood High School athletes. In conjunction with the event, an 18-hole golf tournament will be held 18 May. Proceeds benefit local nonprofits.
16 May | Rotary Club of Weston & Wayland, Massachusetts
Children’s Business Fair
This event provides 6- to 14-year-olds with the opportunity to be entrepreneurs for a day. The children think up a business idea and then launch it at the fair, marketing real goods or services to the hundreds of people who attend. Organizers say the experience sparks the kids’ creativity and gives them confidence and leadership skills.
18 May | Rotary Club of Point West-Sacramento, California
Birdies Over Bunkers Charity Golf Classic
Held at the Valley Hi Country Club in Elk Grove, this tournament raises funds primarily for the California Eagles program, which teaches golf and life skills to people of all ages with varied disabilities or medical conditions. The Point West club has supported the program for more than 30 years. In addition to donating money, many members volunteer during the five-month season to help coach the athletes.
29-30 May | Rotary Club of Fruita, Colorado
Mike the Headless Chicken Festival
Back in the 1940s, Fruita was the home of a physically peculiar chicken named Mike whose owners toured him across the country as a sideshow attraction. Today, the town celebrates its unusual claim to fame with an annual two-day festival of “fun, feathers, and pure weirdness.” Highlights include a 5K race, a chicken exhibition, a Peeps-eating contest, and a community chicken dance. Rotary members run the beer garden. Event proceeds benefit local and international projects.
30 May | Rotary clubs of Petaluma, Petaluma Sunrise, and Petaluma Valley, California
Petaluma Wiffle Ball Tournament
Thirty-two teams compete across four baseball fields at this double-elimination tournament, which lets adults rediscover a favorite childhood activity. The day also features a home run derby with a $400 prize for the contestant who hits the most. Food and drinks for sale include barbecue tri-tip sandwiches, beer, and wine. A portion of the proceeds goes toward two Bay Area nonprofits that support children with disabilities.
3 June | Rotary Club of Williamstown Sunrise, New Jersey
Swing into Service Golf Classic
Find a foursome and tee up! The scramble format will provide an enjoyable round for all skill levels. A buffet dinner and gift bag are included in the registration cost. Prizes will be awarded for contests such as closest-to-the-pin and longest drive. Event proceeds support Williamstown Sunrise Rotary Foundation’s local community projects, from student support to neighborhood initiatives.
6 June | Rotary Club of Glastonbury, Connecticut
Lobsterfest
Now in its 49th year, this seafood spectacular is expected to draw more than 2,000 people to the local Elks Lodge and raise up to $100,000 to support the club’s local projects. The main course is a choice between lobster and steak; attendees can bring their own beverages and appetizers. The festive evening continues past dinner with live music and dancing.
6 June | Rotary Club of Los Olivos, California
Jazz and Olive Festival
Spend an afternoon in the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley, tasting wine from many local wineries, listening to world-class, professional jazz musicians, and sampling different olive-themed dishes prepared by local chefs. This year marks the festival’s 20th year, and all proceeds directly support local scholarships and local and international community service projects.
7 June | Rotary Club of Melbourne Beach, Florida
PineappleMan Triathlon
The club has organized this athletic competition since the 1980s. Triathletes start with a swim in the Indian River Lagoon, bike along an oceanside highway, and finish with a run through residential neighborhoods. Others compete in duathlon (run and bike) and “aquabike” (swim and bike) races. Afterward, participants sit down to a breakfast prepared and served by Rotarians. Top finishers in various categories win fresh pineapples. The proceeds benefit local and international projects and scholarships.
10-14 June | Rotary Club of Boone Sunrise, North Carolina
High Country Jazz Festival
In the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this festival celebrates jazz across a multitude of events, from headlining evening performances at the historic Appalachian Theatre to late-night jam sessions, a free outdoor concert, a jazz brunch, and an educational lecture. This year’s headliners include the Grammy-winning Latin jazz duo of saxophonist Miguel Zenón and pianist Luis Perdomo and longtime jazz fusion band Spyro Gyra. Funds raised support local nonprofits, Appalachian State University’s jazz studies program, and the Appalachian Theatre of the High Country.
13 June | Rotary Club of Poulsbo-North Kitsap, Washington
Viking Tour Bike Ride and Brew Fest
The name of this event reflects the heritage of Poulsbo, which was settled by Norwegian immigrants and remains known as Little Norway. Cyclists can choose among 17-, 29-, and 57-mile courses, all of which showcase the natural beauty of the Kitsap Peninsula. Finishing at a downtown park, competitors trade their bike helmets for horned Viking helmets and can enjoy locally produced beer, cider, and wine. The brew fest is also open to nonriders and includes food vendors. Proceeds benefit local and international nonprofits and scholarships.
20 June | Rotary Club of Point Pleasant Boro, New Jersey
Father’s Day 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
Since 2008, this race has been a Father’s Day weekend tradition on the northern Jersey Shore, offering a flat and fast course starting from Point Pleasant’s Community Park. Over the years, the club has generated tens of thousands of dollars through the event, donating much of the money to the Melanoma Research Foundation after a family member of two past club presidents died of the disease.
27 June | Rotary Club of Dallas, Pennsylvania
Wine and BrewFest
A variety of Pennsylvania wineries, breweries, and distilleries offer samples of their products at this annual festival held at the Luzerne County Fairgrounds. Attendees can also partake in food from local vendors and explore an arts and crafts market. Live music will be performed throughout the day. Those who purchase VIP tickets can enter the fairgrounds an hour early and access a lounge with snacks and soft drinks. Proceeds from the event benefit local projects, nonprofits, and scholarships.
27 June | District 5960, St. Paul, Minnesota
Off to the Races
Gather for a toast before the new Rotary Year begins on 1 July. The inspiration for this elegant garden party is “Tea in the Royal Enclosure at the Ascot Races,” so wear a fancy hat and try delectable bites washed down by Pimm’s Cup, Hugo Spritz or Gin and Tonics, all while enjoying live music by the Gigglewater Gatsby Ensemble. It's also the perfect occasion to install a new District 5960 Governor and celebrate the new class of district club presidents. Event proceeds benefit the district’s LIFT program, creating sustainable economic development in rural Nicaragua.
2 July | Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton, Wisconsin
26th Annual Drum & Bugle Corps Show
For more than two decades, this outdoor music festival north of Milwaukee has showcased the colorful pageantry and precision marching skills of the best drum and bugle corps in the Midwest and has brought in $1.2 million for the club’s effort. Sanctioned by Drum Corps International, the event draws more than 1,000 fans and is held at the Cedarburg High School Athletic Field. Proceeds benefit technical scholarships and local causes.
4 July | Rotary Club of Santa Cruz Sunrise, California
Firecracker Run
Runners of all ages gather at Santa Cruz’s Harvey West Park for this Fourth of July race. The 10K course, dubbed the Thrill of the Hill, follows trails in the scenic Pogonic nature preserve, winding through meadows and coastal redwood forest. There is also a less strenuous 5K option and a 1K fun run for kids. Breakfast burritos and Italian ice await participants at the finish line, along with medals for top finishers. The funds raised will support local nonprofits that support youth.
4 July | Rotary Club of Fredericton Sunrise, New Brunswick
Beer on the Bridge
Spend an unforgettable summer night, as Fredericton’s iconic Bill Thorpe Walking Bridge is transformed into a vibrant open-air beverage festival suspended over the Saint John River. The event for ages 19 and up offers sweeping city views and live music, and each ticket includes a souvenir glass and access to a wide variety of beer, cider, wine, and non-alcoholic beverage samples from local and regional producers.
5 July | Rotary Club of Four Peaks (Fountain Hills), Arizona
Fountain Park Cleanup
In honor of the 250th birthday of the United States, Arizona’s District 5495 set a goal for its clubs to collectively complete 250 service projects in 2025-26. Last year, the Four Peaks club got an early start with a communitywide project to help clear debris left at the site of the Fountain Hills Fourth of July fireworks display. The club is repeating the activity this year.
11 July | Rotary Club of Bainbridge Island, Washington
Auction & Rummage Sale
With the help of more than 2,000 volunteers, the club transforms a middle school campus into a vast marketplace where donated items are sold in some 30 departments, from fine antiques and furniture to boats and jewelry. The popular fundraiser, which supports local and international projects, local nonprofits, and scholarships, has been held annually since 1960 and grossed more than $1 million last year alone. Unsold goods are distributed to dozens of local organizations to encourage their reuse and help divert them from landfills.
17 July | Rotary District 7450 (Pennsylvania)
Night at the Reading Phillies
Officially known as the Fightin Phils, the Reading Phillies are a minor league affiliate of the MLB team in nearby Philadelphia. For a Friday night game against the Altoona Curve, District 7450 is organizing a group outing to the Reading ballpark. Tickets include a pregame walk on the field, photos with the team mascot, and an opportunity to unfold the American flag during the National Anthem. For each $27 ticket sold, the district will donate $15 to End Polio Now.
25 July | Rotary Club of Westlake-Bay Village, Ohio
Art Festival
More than 60 talented artists will display and sell their work at this annual festival, held on the grounds between Westlake Porter Public Library and Westlake Elementary School. In addition to the art, the festival includes live music and food trucks. First organized in 2021, it is now the club’s signature fundraiser, with profits supporting local nonprofits and scholarships.
26 July | Rotary Club of Camas-Washougal, Washington
Ducky Derby
This summer tradition, part of the annual Camas Days weekend, sees 5,000 rubber ducks float down the Washougal River near its confluence with the Columbia. The club sells numbered tickets, each of which corresponds to a different duck, and the first three ducks that cross the finish line win prizes for their ticket holders. The grand prize is a cruise for two. The proceeds benefit the club’s local and international projects.