The 2026 Governor’s Dinner, hosted by District 5340, will be held on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the San Diego Air & Space Museum in Balboa Park. This special evening will celebrate outstanding clubs, Rotarians, Rotaractors, and district leaders whose service, leadership, and impact helped make this Rotary year meaningful. Tickets are still available at www.governorsdinner.com.
Award recipients will be announced during the Governor’s Dinner.
Best Clubs of the Year 2025–2026
Congratulations to the clubs nominated below for their outstanding service, leadership, fellowship, and impact this Rotary year.
Large Club Nominees
- Rotary Club of Downtown San Diego
- Rotary Club of Coronado
- Rotary Club of Rancho Santa Fe
- Rotary Club of San Diego / Club 33
Medium Club Nominees
- Rotary Club of Encinitas
- Rotary Club of Carlsbad Hi-Noon
- Rotary Club of Chula Vista
- Rotary Club of Rancho Bernardo Sunrise
- Rotary Club of La Jolla
Small Club Nominees
- Rotary Club of El Cajon Sunset
- Rotary Club of Mission Valley Evening
- Rotary E-Club of San Diego
- Rotary Club of Borrego Springs
- Rotary Club of Poway-Scripps
Beacon of Rotary Club Award Nominees
This award recognizes clubs that served as a beacon of Rotary through inclusion, belonging, service, fellowship, participation, and the spirit of making sure no one is left behind.
- Rotary E-Club of San Diego
- Rotary Club of Mission Valley Evening
- Rotary Club of El Cajon Sunset
- Rotary Club of Borrego Springs
- Rotary Club of Poway-Scripps
Rotary Community Event of the Year 2025–2026 Nominees
- Taste of Rancho Santa Fe -Hosted by the Rotary Club of Rancho Santa Fe
- Encinitas Rotary Wine & Food Festival - Hosted by the Rotary Club of Encinitas
- Coronado Low Tide Ride & Stride - Hosted by the Rotary Club of Coronado
- Oktoberfest Fall Festival - Jointly hosted by the Rotary Club of Carlsbad and the Rotary Club of Carlsbad Hi-Noon
- Poway Rotary Parade - Hosted by the Rotary Club of Poway-Scripps
Membership Growth and Sustainability Award Nominees
This award recognizes meaningful net membership growth, strong retention, and a welcoming club culture that supports long-term member engagement.
- Rotary Club of Mission Valley Evening
- Rotary Club of El Cajon Sunset
- Rotary Club of Escondido After Five
- Rotary Club of Route 78
- Rotary Club of Downtown San Diego
Additional Awards and Recognitions
The evening will also include the following special awards and recognitions:
- Best Rotaract Club
- Rotary Foundation Recognition
- Polio Award
- People of Action Award
- Assistant Governor of the Year;
- Service Above Self Award
- Rotaractor of the Year
- Rotarian of the Year.
Please join us as we celebrate the clubs and individuals who helped move District 5340 forward through service, fellowship, leadership, and a shared commitment to doing good in the world.