On Saturday, Oct. 18, residents across Northwest Indiana and Chicago are expected to join a national series of “No Kings” protests. Organizers say the demonstrations are meant to show opposition to what they view as threats to democracy and government overreach.
Republican leaders have sharply criticized the movement. House Speaker Mike Johnson called the planned “No Kings” march in Washington “a hate America rally.”
When are “No Kings” protests in Northwest Indiana and Chicago?
All protests are scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 18.
- Gary: 9–10 a.m., at U.S. 20 and South Lake Street, near the South Shore Miller Train Station. Organizers say they will be accepting donations for the Humane Society of Northwest Indiana.
- Crown Point: noon–2 p.m., at Crown Point Courthouse Square, 101 S. Main St.
- Highland: 3–4:30 p.m., at the Highway of Flags Veterans Memorial, southeast corner of U.S. 41 and Ridge Road.
- Valparaiso: 11 a.m.–2 p.m. The event’s address is private; participants must sign up online for details.
- Chicago – Main Rally: noon–2 p.m., at Butler Field in Grant Park, near East Jackson Drive and South Columbus Drive.
- Chicago – Logan Square Send-Off: 9:30–11 a.m., at Unity Park, 2636 N. Kimball Ave.
- Chicago – Lincoln Park Send-Off: 10–11:30 a.m., at Oz Park, near Lincoln and Webster avenues.
- Chicago – Lake View: 1–2 p.m., on the sidewalk in front of the Nettelhorst Playground, 3290 N. Broadway.
Elsewhere in Indiana:
- Indianapolis: 11 a.m.–2 p.m. ET, at the Indiana Statehouse.
A full list of protest locations and sign-up links is available at https://www.nokings.org/
What is “No Kings” all about?
“No Kings” is a national movement that describes itself as a peaceful effort to challenge government abuse of power. The group first gained attention in June when protesters across the country held rallies to counter a military parade in Washington, D.C., held in honor of the Army’s 250th anniversary and President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday.