Protestors will return to public squares and streets on Saturday throughout the United States for a second round of the “No Kings” protest.
On October 18, it’s estimated that millions of Americans will show up at one of the 2,500 registered events with signs and flags for an anticipated nonviolent protest against the Trump Administration.
National organizers state the protests will celebrate free speech and the right to assemble, offering opportunities to speak out against the administration’s overreach on immigration enforcement and constitutional rights.
In Santa Barbara, the protest will begin with a rally at Alameda Park at noon on Saturday featuring speeches by Representative Salud Carbajal, State Assemblymember Gregg Hart, 805 UndocuFund Executive Director Primitiva Hernandez, Immigrant Legal Defense Center Executive Director Julissa Peña, and Planned Parenthood Community Organizer Anastasia Senavsky.
The rally will be followed by a march to De La Guerra Plaza. Those planning to attend are advised to arrive early, as a large crowd is anticipated.
“Nothing seems to bother President Trump more than the prospect of millions of Americans gathering in peaceful protest,” said Larry Behrendt, a member of Indivisible Santa Barbara’s Steering Committee. “And Trump loses his mind if we call him out for what he is: a wannabe dictator who exercises cruelty when compassion is called for, and serves billionaire cronies instead of ordinary people.”
Several other No Kings Protests are taking place throughout the Central Coast including , Carpinteria, Santa Ynez, Lompoc, Santa Maria, Arroyo Grande, San Luis Obispo, Cambria, Ventura, Fillmore, Thousand Oaks, and Simi Valley. More information about each event can be found here.
The first No Kings protest was held on June 14 with more than five million people across 50 states joining in the largest single-day protest to date against President Trump.
In Santa Barbara, organizers estimated 12,000 to 20,000 people at various times lined Cabrillo Blvd. From Milpas to Carrillo, thousands of locals waved upside-down American flags—a symbol of national distress—and displayed signs carrying messages such as “No Kings, No Idiots,” “Immigrants Make America Great,” and “If Kamala won, we’d be at brunch right now.”
Throughout the nation, Saturday’s turnout is expected to outpace its previous June protest with new dates and locations being added every day, according to organizers.
All of the No Kings protests are expected to adhere to a shared commitment of nonviolent protest and community safety. Organizers are trained in de-escalation and are working closely with local partners to ensure peaceful and powerful actions nationwide.
Locally, the downtown Santa Barbara protest is organized by Indivisible Santa Barbara, a non-profit organization that is part of the nationwide Indivisible movement, with a mission to elect progressive leaders, rebuild our democracy, and defeat the Trump agenda.
Jerry Roberts of Newsmakers recently interviewed local No Kings protest organizers on the upcoming event. Watch the interview here.
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October 18, 2025. I attended the Alameda Park to De La Guerra Plaza rally today. On June 14, 2025 I was at the Cabrillo Blvd. “No Kings” Rally. My estimate of people attending today’s rally is that the headcount today easily outnumbered the amount of people at the Juneteenth rally by about 25%. Massive turnout. Truly outstanding. The homemade signs were sublimely creative and vastly comprehensive. Santa Barbara —– represent!
Yes, the attendance was large and impressive.
Donald Trump and his merry band of n*zis are willfully completing the last bricks of Project 2025, destroying our Republic, and trampling the constitution. Time to peacefully have your voices heard.
The White House is checking ALL of the boxes:
Powerful and continuing nationalism
Disdain for human rights
Identification of enemies as a unifying cause
Rampant sexism
Controlled mass media
Obsession with national security
Religion and government intertwined
Corporate power protected
Labor power suppressed
Disdain for intellectual and the arts, attacks on universities
Obsession with crime and punishment
Rampant cronyism and corruption
You seem confused.
Also, politicization of military – (coincidentally THIS WEEKEND) regarding highway and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner travel:
The LA Times said that Newsom’s office has received, but not confirmed, reports that live ordnance would be fired from offshore vessels during the Marine Corps’ 250th anniversary event. A military media advisory said the celebration called “Sea to Shore—A Review of Amphibious Strength” will include a live amphibious assault demonstration.
California Department of Transportation spokesman Edward Barrera told the paper that potential scenarios given by the federal government meant that it was preparing to shut down a section of the highway for the safety of California motorists.
This is expected to cause traffic gridlock at the time when multiple events related to the “No Kings” protest were planned across California on Friday and Saturday, including in the city of Oceanside adjacent to Camp Pendleton North.
Here’s what commuters need to know:
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner impacts: The service pause will halt Amtrak Pacific Surfliner trains between Orange County and San Diego County from noon to 3 p.m., officials said. Service is scheduled to resume Saturday evening.
It’s unclear what impact Saturday’s showcase will end up having on motorists traveling through the area. Initial reports indicated that the 5 Freeway between Orange County and San Diego may be closed to accommodate the event. However, in a news release posted on X, the Marines state that all training events will occur on approved training ranges and comply with established safety protocols. “No public highways or transportation routes will be closed.
The event, titled “America’s Marines 250: From Sea to Shore — A Review of Amphibious Strength,” will be attended by top officials from the Trump administration, including Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. The demonstration is expected to be recorded and used in a national primetime broadcast on Nov. 9.
https://ktla.com/news/amtrak-metrolink-train-services-will-be-impacted-due-to-military-celebration-this-weekend/
https://ktla.com/news/california/will-military-showcase-shut-down-5-freeway-marines-say-no/
The California Highway Patrol began closing a large swath of Interstate 5 Saturday due to lingering safety concerns over a planned live-fire demonstration at Camp Pendleton that will be witnessed by Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, state authorities said.
Closures along northbound on-ramps to the freeway in Oceanside began to go into effect around 10:30 a.m., according to a CHP traffic incident log, and a full freeway closure from Harbor Drive to Basilone Road appeared to begin after 12:30 p.m. It will last until the end of the event, which is set to wrap around 3 p.m. with remarks from Vance.
State officials cited “extreme life safety risk” and sudden, loud explosions that could distract drivers, saying the closure decision comes at the recommendation of the California Highway Patrol.
https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2025/10/18/chp-to-close-part-of-i-5-near-camp-pendleton-due-to-live-fire-demonstration/
My favorite quote is “If Kamala won, we’d be at brunch right now.” I love that one.
Well, it’s not untrue. Kamala didn’t run on a promise to harass, abuse and violate the civil and constitutional rights of millions of people. Kamala didn’t run on a promise to punish her political opponents. Kamala didn’t run on a platform of hate for those born differently than her. Kamala never oversaw a violent insurrection while standing by doing nothing.
Sure, she may have ended up enacting some policies even liberals wouldn’t have fully supported, but nothing, NOTHING on this scale of attacking the very foundations and ideals upon which our nation was founded.
So yeah, there most likely wouldn’t be MILLIONS of people across the nation out protesting against Kamala had she won. Well, except a few gravy seals and other racists.
I woke up unburdened by what might have been.
You are speaking my language pal. 100%
STEVE – unintelligent gibberish and nonsense? Yup, I agree that’s your language!
LOL, bruh you woke up unburdened by an intellect.
can hardly wait!
00PS – glad to hear you’ll be joining us!
I’m looking forward to a big turnout, here and across the country. Just to counter a couple of desperate tropes from the AFP (American Fascist Party, formerly known as the GOP)
1: We are not paid protestors
2: This is the opposite of a “hate rally”
We will be there to show our love of Democracy and the American Experiment, our solidarity with our immigrant neighbors, and to show Donald Trump and his fascist clowns that we will never support their hateful agenda.
‘this is the opposite of a “hate rally”
“…Donald Trump and his fascist clowns…”
You are a poster child for lack of self awareness.
ZIPS – stating facts isn’t hateful. If you think Stephen Miller, Trump himself, Hegseth and the rest aren’t fascist, then you haven’t ever heard a word they’ve said or you just don’t know what fascism means.
Trump wants you to believe that “protesters hate America”, but in plain fact it is he and his fascist clowns who hate the very values that make this country great. He is a racist and a con man, by any definition. He views the rule of law and the peaceful transfer of power as an obstacle and a threat because what he very obviously wants is to destroy anything that impedes his own accumulation of wealth and power. Only simpletons, psychopaths and slavish cult members are fooled by this, but don’t worry, zip, you don’t have to pick just one, you might be all three. Standing up to bullies who are attempting to destroy American Democracy isn’t a demonstration of hatred towards America. It is in fact the opposite, and if you are incapable of separating your feelings about your country from those about the president then your intellectual maturity has been stunted and you’ve got a lot of work to do on yourself.
Your ad hominem attack signals your defeat.
Looks like you don’t know what that latin phrase means.
> Your ad hominem attack signals your defeat.
That actually IS an ad hominem fallacy (coupled with a fallacy fallacy: https://yourlogicalfallacyis.com/the-fallacy-fallacy).
If Trump was a fascist, you could not be writing Trump is a fascist.The very fact you could air your anti Trump opinions, or even have this protest, disproves your ad nauseam repeated commentary
If Trump were a fascist a comedian on national TV couldnt make a joke about him without getting cancelled by the white house. Oh wait. If Trump were a fascist he wouldn’t demonize political opponents or at risk rlcommunities… oh wait. If Trump were a fascist he wouldn’t disregard the other two branches of government, oh wait.
If Trump were fascist he would have sent troops into American cities, oh wait….
Don’t be a nincompoop. If you were in a speeding car seconds away from a cliff and someone said “stop or we’re gonna go over the cliff”, I suppose you’d say “if we were going over a cliff our wheels wouldn’t be on the ground”. Trump, Miller, Bondi, Hegseth, are indeed fascists working to overthrow American Democracy and the time to talk about it is before it happens. That’s why this protest is happening.
You’re asking someone not to be what they fundamentally are.
You Stan for actual Nazis.
Everyone protesting at the no kings charade voted for a candidate who was appointed. Talk about lack of self awareness.
You’re assuming a lot. I personally know Dems, Independents, and former Trump voters who will join the protest. Once you see the Emperor has no clothes, and you recognize the man behind the Wizard’s curtain for what he really is, you can’t unsee or unknow it. But let’s talk more about awareness.
Are you aware that there’s a Constitution in America? If so, are you aware that this administration has violated it multiple times? Clearly, unequivocally, and boldly. That’s not patriotism, it’s literally anti-American.
Are you aware that the press corps at the Pentagon walked out en masse yesterday, including Fox, because they were ordered not to report anything the administration didn’t authorize? Freedom of speech is a founding right in America. To stifle that at the federal government level is anti-American.
Are you aware that the freedom to peacefully protest is a core right of every American? Any threats or attempts to stop or silence that right are anti-American.
Are you aware that the President is in the Epstein files, has referred to Jeffrey Epstein as “terrific guy” and said “He’s a lot of fun to be with”, and when pressed to release the files called the whole thing a hoax? But your main concern is that Kanaka Harris, who served as the elected Vice President, was appointed as the Democratic candidate? That’s your biggest concern with the government in this moment?
Self reflection indeed.
well said!
For clarification: Kamala (not Kanaka) Harris was not “appointed” as the Democratic candidate … it’s not an office or other sort of position that can be appointed to. Biden endorsed her as a nominee, but she had to win the support of the DNC delegates, which she did in short order. She was certified via a virtual roll call (because the Democratic Convention would have been too late for her to qualify for some state ballots) on August 2, 2024. No appointment was involved–Zippy is a blatant serial liar, as these right wingers generally are.
lol whut. There are lot of people at the marches who didn’t vote, or voted for Jill. That’s a huge stretch you are making there. Also, I would have voted reluctantly for Biden, and 100% preferred voting for Harris. You guys acting like we didn’t “choose” her. Um, some of us actually did.
> voted for a candidate
Yes, we voted for a candidate. That’s how it works.
> who was appointed.
Contradiction … people who are voted for are not appointed.
> Talk about lack of self awareness.
Indeed you have none.
What an incredible waste of time. Think of all of the volunteering hours wasted.
So you’re going to be volunteering on Saturday? Where, and for what cause? Tell the truth, did you even know how to spell “volunteer” without spellcheck?
Spot on point of view.
Hmmm…fighting a fascist dictator is a waste of time. That’s…interesting. I’m not wasting volunteering hours – I’m only wasting weekend chore hours. The clothing can be washed another day, and the vegetables can be chopped after the march.
You are incapable of rational discourse and resort to vile rhetoric in stead of discussing ideas. I can assure you that based on your comments here, you are wasting your 1st Amendment rights. You call everyone you disagree with a ‘nazi’ or ‘fascist’ not because you thought of it, but because you were instructed to.
You can’t even figure out how to reply to a post.
It’s ALWAYS projection from these MAGAts.
It was not a waste of time. People gathered by the millions across the globe to stand in solidarity against fascism and the vile racism that you yourself have endorsed here. It must be getting a little nerve wracking seeing how many people on this planet hate what you stand for.
I believe that ‘No Kings II’ will attract many more people than the first one. It’s hard to believe that The King has been in office for about 270 days, which leaves him just under 1,200 more in the WH.
And?
Bees is such a concern troll, it’s hysterical
The protest on Saturday will certainly give Trump a huge personal boost and more of what he craves: attention. Imagine a person so depraved and evil that the thought of being hated makes them happy. Not only does it make The King happy, his cult followers are overjoyed when they deprive someone of their chance to go to brunch instead of shouting while holding a protest sign. The fear amongst the protest organizers across the country is that outside agitators will ruin the message using violence. Hopefully, the protest in SB won’t have any violence, but I think places like Seattle and Portland may have some issues. I pray that everyone remains peaceful and that LE does not have to intervene in any way.
Why dont you pray that law enforcement obeys their oath to the constitution?
Bend those Knees!
Also, politicization of military – (coincidentally THIS WEEKEND) regarding highway and Amtrak Pacific Surfliner travel:
The LA Times said that Newsom’s office has received, but not confirmed, reports that live ordnance would be fired from offshore vessels during the Marine Corps’ 250th anniversary event. A military media advisory said the celebration called “Sea to Shore—A Review of Amphibious Strength” will include a live amphibious assault demonstration.
California Department of Transportation spokesman Edward Barrera told the paper that potential scenarios given by the federal government meant that it was preparing to shut down a section of the highway for the safety of California motorists.
This is expected to cause traffic gridlock at the time when multiple events related to the “No Kings” protest were planned across California on Friday and Saturday, including in the city of Oceanside adjacent to Camp Pendleton North.
Here’s what commuters need to know:
Amtrak Pacific Surfliner impacts: The service pause will halt Amtrak Pacific Surfliner trains between Orange County and San Diego County from noon to 3 p.m., officials said. Service is scheduled to resume Saturday evening.
It’s unclear what impact Saturday’s showcase will end up having on motorists traveling through the area. Initial reports indicated that the 5 Freeway between Orange County and San Diego may be closed to accommodate the event. However, in a news release posted on X, the Marines state that all training events will occur on approved training ranges and comply with established safety protocols. “No public highways or transportation routes will be closed.
The event, titled “America’s Marines 250: From Sea to Shore — A Review of Amphibious Strength,” will be attended by top officials from the Trump administration, including Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth. The demonstration is expected to be recorded and used in a national primetime broadcast on Nov. 9.
https://ktla.com/news/amtrak-metrolink-train-services-will-be-impacted-due-to-military-celebration-this-weekend/
https://ktla.com/news/california/will-military-showcase-shut-down-5-freeway-marines-say-no/
A huge exercise in futility but have at it. The signs are wrong. Immigrants ARE welcome. Illegals are NOT
Why do these people support illegal immigration?
I read CA taxpayers are going to be put on the hook for families living there whose spouses have been removed because of illegal status or that coupled with criminality.
Perhaps your elected officials could give the money to the homeowners who lost everything in the fires , and as of now, have not got any help. Charity begins at home. Take care of your fellow Americans and worry about those who have broken immigration law latter.
Charity begins at home, but let’s give 20 Billion to soy bean farmers in Argentina.
I thought the last King ended in USA in 1776.
And the last Nutzis were defeated in 1945.
But i puzzled that such protests are so gender oriented.
Need a last Queen march. In case Hillary runs again.
So what was Joe Biden? The last Joker in the deck?
The last demented in chief?
CREEKMOE – Words and thoughts can be hard, I get it. So here’s the thing – we don’t want another King so we’re saying “No Kings.” It’s really that simple. If we thought Trump was a king right now, we’d be saying stuff like “Down with the King” or something. Nope, we just do not want more kings or, to keep it simple for you…. “No Kings.”
The last Nazis? Um…. check the news. We still have a TON in our government. Well, only one side does but, you know… facts and such.
Gender oriented? Aside from the breasts, round hips and that NSFW neck Trump has, we’re pretty sure he identifies as a “man” so we use the word he would probably use: “King.” Hillary isn’t president nor is she a fascist who ran on the promise of terrorizing non-white people, demolition the 1st Amendment and going to war with his opposition (us).
Hey, tell you what though….. if she ever is elected and starts doing the crap Trump is doing, we’ll protest her as well! Heck, if ANYONE does this again, we’ll do it. Know why? Because the adults in the country put freedom and country over party. Not the the other way around like the simps and cucks who are letting Fatler run this country into the ground.
Nah, Creek, there are tons of Nazis in the US, they are just called Neo-Nazis. Don’t be so ridiculously ignorant.
> I thought the last King ended in USA in 1776.
And we’re opposed to having another one.
> And the last Nutzis were defeated in 1945.
What are the people with swastika tattoos who march in Unite the Right rallies carrying swastika-laden flags — you know, Trump’s “very fine people”? What about the AfD? What about the fellow at Jan 6 wearing a “Camp Auschwitz” hoodie, among many others?
Are you really this stupid and disingenuous? Do you really want to be known as being this stupid and disingenuous?
What CamelMoe is saying is that the GOP is ISIS.
Fascism never sleeps and they never stop lying
Hey. See you guys there. (Wish it was at the beach again.) What a perfectly awesome day to unite and exercise our freedom of speech —- while we still have it. Yep. It’s gonna be an epic turnout.
I like this new route – it doesn’t foul up Cabrillo and the waterfront for those who want to enjoy the harbor and beach today. The marchers can hang downtown with the wild e-bikers and homeless folks at Alameda park. Ideal.
Too bad for our friends in San Diego who are having missiles shot at them by Donald Trump, people stuck in Amtrack trains on the tracks, freeways shut down. It must take a really sick leader to conduct live fire exercises against Amrrican citizens. You enjoy your shave ice.
How many boots did you fit in your mouth today, BASIC?
Always the creep. Nothing was “fouled up” on June 14; the ralliers were on the sidewalk at the edge of Cabrillo, not the waterfront, harbor, or beach, and the bike path was clear.