FAQs
General questions
When and where are the Rotary International Convention and preconvention events?
Convention
26-30 June 2027
Preconvention events
Programs for Young Leaders Preconvention: 26 June
Convention Venues
Who can attend the Rotary International Convention?
Registration is open to anyone interested in Rotary.
Are interpretation services available at the convention?
Rotary provides interpretation in several languages for the opening ceremony, general sessions, and closing ceremony. Most breakout sessions are conducted in English but some may also be offered in other languages. Refer to your program book to see which sessions are available in your language.
When and where is the Programs for Young Leaders Preconvention?
This Preconvention will take place at Fira Barcelona Gran Via on 26 June. Join us for a dynamic, one-day experience designed for current and prospective participants, leaders, and alumni of Rotary’s youth programs — Interact, Rotary Youth Exchange, and Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA).
What is the temperature in Barcelona in June?
In June, average temperatures range from 69-80 degrees Fahrenheit (20-27 degrees Celsius).
Because the venue is air-conditioned in certain areas, you may wish to bring a light jacket or sweater.
Registration
How do I register?
Registration will open in September 2026. You can sign up to receive email updates on the opening date of registration, how to register and the special promotion rates.
What are the registration fees?
Information is coming soon.
What is the cancellation policy?
A $50 processing fee applies to each registrant who cancels in the same registration. Requests to cancel registrants or Rotary-ticketed events must be received in writing by 30 April 2027. Registrants who cancel after the deadline will not receive a refund. In cases of force majeure, refund requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis, and all approved refunds will be minus a $50 processing fee. Registration fees and ticketed event fees will not be refunded on requests received after 30 April, unless they are due to a visa denial. Cancellations caused by visa denial must be received in writing by 30 June 2027.
Cancelling via the online registration system is the preferred method), but you can also cancel by email at ri.registration@rotary.org or cancel by fax: +1-847-556-2194.
Can I switch my Opening Ceremony assignment?
Assignments for the Opening Ceremony are based on order of registration. Unfortunately, we are not able to accept requests for specific assignment.
I cancelled my registration. How can I re-register?
Unfortunately, once a registration is cancelled, it cannot be recreated online. If you wish to re-register, you will need to fax or mail the registration and ticket form.
The current registration rate will apply.
I lost or forgot my badge onsite at the convention. Can I get another one?
Yes, however there is a US$75 reprint fee for any lost or forgotten badges.
Housing and Transportation
How do I reserve a hotel room?
Housing options will be available later in the year through bnetwork, Rotary’s local housing partner. A link to the bnetwork site will be available on this website soon.
How do I change my hotel reservation, such as my arrival or departure date?
To make changes to your hotel, please reference the instructions noted in your housing confirmation. General attendees need to contact the hotel directly; hotel contact information is included along with your hotel confirmation number.
How do I cancel my reservation?
As a general attendee, you can cancel your reservation directly with the hotel. Hotel cancelation policy and hotel contact information can be referenced in your housing confirmation.
Transportation
What transportation is being provided?
Rotary will provide all full convention registrants with access to Barcelona’s public transportation system. This includes buses, trams, and trains (Metro) between hotels and venues. Select hotels may also have a Rotary-provided shuttle service.
Rotary also offers an accessible transportation service for attendees who utilize scooters and wheelchairs. This service operates between the official Rotary-contracted hotels and the venues.
Are there other ways to get around?
Taxis and rideshare services (such as Uber) are also available.
Travel
How do I obtain a visa for travel to the convention?
Go to the Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores, Unión Europea y Cooperación’s Conditions for entry into Spain page to find out who needs a visa, when to apply, and more. Visa information varies depending on your country of citizenship. Rotary International provides an updated list of convention registrants to consulates and embassies and requests that as many registrants as possible be granted visas, but whether or not to grant a visa is ultimately up to Spain’s government. Rotary International is unable to intervene on behalf of individual registrants.
Events
What events can I attend at the convention?
The convention registration fee includes:
Opening ceremony: 27 June
General sessions: 27-30 June
Breakout sessions: 28-30 June
Closing ceremony: 30 June
House of Friendship: 26-30 June
You can buy tickets for:
Rotary-ticketed events: These typically take place at the convention venue, either before or during the convention. More information is coming soon.
Host-ticketed events and tours: These generally take place away from the convention venue, but some may be near it. Consult the Host Organization Committee (HOC) website for complete details.