## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Events](/resources-support/events) Educational Events # Minnesota & Dakotas Chapter Parkinson's Symposium Empire Event Center 1517 16th Street SW Rochester, MN 55902 Virtual ( Zoom ) October 7, 202310:00 am to 2:00 pm CDT FREE [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=111692&view=RSVP) [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=111693&view=RSVP) ![raising hands in a conference](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/prsymposium-bloghero.png?itok=CX_LmLFt) ### In-person check-in, breakfast and vendor visits start at 9 a.m. After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson’s disease may become more challenging. Learn how motor fluctuations and sleep may change over time and new treatment options for managing them. Connect with your peers and take advantage of a unique networking opportunity for those with Young Onset Parkinson’s disease! ### Speakers **Dr. Rodolfo Savica** Mayo Clinic Rochester **Dr. Erik K. St. Louis** Mayo Clinic Rochester **Melanie Brennan, PT, DPT** EA Therapeutic Health **Danielle Dinger** Pottery by Dane --- **For in-person attendees:** Check-in and vendor visits start at 9 a.m. Breakfast will also be served during this time. **For virtual attendees, via Zoom:** The live stream starts at 10 a.m. --- There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community. ## Contact Us Erin McGee [ ![Envelope icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images/envelope.svg) MinnesotaDakotas@Parkinson.org ](mailto:MinnesotaDakotas@Parkinson.org) [ ![Phone icon](/themes/custom/parkinson/assets/images//phone.svg) (763) 317-1304 ]() *COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.* ## Upcoming Events Educational Events ### [ Building Your Parkinson’s Toolbox ](/events/2026/Froedtert2026) This educational program will offer practical information and strategies to support everyday health and well-being, for those affected by Parkinson’s. September 11, 2026Virtual & Waukesha, WI [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119291&view=RSVP) [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119290&view=RSVP) Fundraising Events ### [ Moving Day Memphis ](/events/2026/md-memphis) Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action. September 12, 2026Memphis , TN [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR/MovingDayEvent/General?pg=entry&fr_id=7826) Fundraising Events ### [ Community Walk Colorado Springs ](/events/2026/mdcw-colorado-springs) Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action. September 12, 2026Colorado Springs, CO [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?fr_id=7696&pg=entry) [View All](/resources-support/events) ### Subscribe for the latest news - Share on Facebook - Share on X - Share on LinkedIn