A third round of “No Kings” rallies is set to take place across Northeast Ohio on March 28 as organizers look to build on protests that have drawn millions of participants nationwide.
The events, known as No Kings Day, are part of a broader movement opposing President Donald Trump and what organizers describe as authoritarian policies. Demonstrations have been held in cities and small towns alike, bringing together residents who say they want to defend democratic norms, civil rights and community accountability.
In June and October 2025, millions of Americans participated in coordinated rallies across the U.S., with Indivisible, the nonprofit coalition behind the events, describing the nationwide turnout as a “peaceful show of people power” that challenged attempts to consolidate authority. The movement has continued to gain momentum as organizers highlight recent federal actions and policy decisions that they say threaten rights, services and local communities.
Here’s what to know about the upcoming rallies.
Who is organizing No Kings Day?
No Kings Day is being organized by Indivisible, a nonprofit coalition of political action groups.
What are the No Kings, anti-Trump protests?
Indivisible says the protests are aimed at “defend[ing] ourselves and our communities against this administration’s unjust and cruel acts of violence.”
Organizers point to large nationwide turnouts in June and October 2025 – with millions participating – as momentum for a growing movement they describe as a sustained, peaceful pushback against policies under Trump.
The group says Trump has escalated his actions, sending masked agents into communities, targeting immigrants, threatening elections, and cutting healthcare, education and environmental protections.
“The president thinks his rule is absolute. But in America, we don’t have kings – and we won’t back down,” the No Kings website read.
When and where is Akron’s No Kings rally?
Akron’s rally will take place 1-3 p.m. at the John F. Seiberling Federal Building located at 2 S. Main St.
Where are other No Kings rallies in Northeast Ohio?
Alliance: Memorial Park from 12-2 p.m.
Canton: Tuscarawas and Market Central Plaza, 5-7: 15 p.m.
Cleveland: The Free Stamp at E. 9th and Lakeside from 1-3 p.m.
Cuyahoga Falls: Downtown Cuyahoga Falls Amphitheater from 11-1 p.m.
Hudson: Gazebo Green, 27 E. Main St. from 1-3 p.m.
Kent: Gazebo, intersection of Franklin Ave and West Main Street from 2-4 p.m.
Louisville: Constitution Park, 1206 West Main, from 2-4 p.m.
Medina: Medina Public Square from 4-6 p.m.
Strongsville: The Commons, Intersection of Pearl Road and Ohio 82 from 12-2 p.m.
Visit the No Kings website to view locations for protests in your local area.
Reporter Anthony Thompson can be reached at ajthompson@gannett.com, or on Twitter @athompsonABJ
This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Greater Akron to join nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests later this month
Reporting by Anthony Thompson, Akron Beacon Journal / Akron Beacon Journal
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