Ignite '27 · April 15–18, 2027
Make a Weekend of It in Walla Walla
Come for the ideas and Rotary connection. Stay for the scenery, walkable downtown, good meals, and time together.
More than a conference trip
A change of scenery worth sharing
Walla Walla gives members and their companions room to enjoy the weekend in their own way. You can learn and reconnect at Ignite '27 while the person traveling with you makes a day of downtown, the outdoors, or quiet time away.
Easy to explore
A downtown made for wandering
Historic blocks, local restaurants, independent shops, and public art make it easy to spend a few unhurried hours on foot. Choose a meal, browse, or find a comfortable place to catch up with friends.
Something for everyone
Fresh air, local history, or a slower day
Wine-country scenery is part of Walla Walla's appeal, but it is not the whole story. Parks, walking paths, museums, and relaxed time with friends give spouses, partners, guests, and members plenty of ways to shape the day.
Bring someone with you
The weekend does not have to look the same for everyone
A spouse, partner, or friend can enjoy Walla Walla while you attend sessions, then meet you for dinner and the parts of the weekend you want to share. Traveling solo? Come with club friends and turn the drive into time to reconnect.
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Quick note for spouses and partners: Ignite '27 is April 15 to 18 in Walla Walla, and it's a great weekend to come along. While we're in sessions, you can stroll the walkable downtown, relax in a park, visit a museum, or enjoy wine-country scenery. Then we meet up for dinner and time together. Think of it as a spring getaway with friends from our club. If you'd like to come, talk with me after the meeting, and register at register.igniterotary.org/2027.
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Bring your spouse or partner to Walla Walla! Ignite '27, our District 5030 Conference, runs April 15–18, 2027, and it makes a wonderful spring getaway. While members attend sessions, spouses and partners can explore Walla Walla's walkable downtown, parks, museums, and wine-country scenery, then join everyone for dinner and time with club friends. Learn more at race.igniterotary.org/2027 and register at register.igniterotary.org/2027.
One way to picture it
A flexible Walla Walla weekend
This is inspiration, not the conference schedule. Make the trip fit your own interests and pace.
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Arrive
Settle in and slow down
Make the drive with club friends, check in, and take an easy walk before the conference gets underway.
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Explore
Choose your own pace
While conference sessions are happening, a spouse, partner, or guest can explore downtown, enjoy a park, or simply relax.
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Connect
Share a meal and the stories
Reconnect over dinner, compare the day's highlights, and enjoy unhurried time with old and new friends.
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Sunday
Take the long way home
Leave room for a relaxed morning or one last stop before heading home together.
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The full schedule and any special evening or off-site event announcements will be shared as planning continues. Independent activities described here are ideas for your own time and are not included with conference registration.
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