No Kings Protest Los Angeles
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The second wave of the nationwide No Kings protests is hitting Los Angeles on Saturday, October 18, making the city a major hub for activism against what organizers call creeping authoritarianism in the Trump era. With over 2,500 rallies planned across the country, LA stands out with around 80 events scattered throughout the region, from large-scale gatherings to smaller flash mobs and teach-ins.
If you’re planning to join the movement, there’s no shortage of options across Greater Los Angeles, catering to both those seeking a big rally atmosphere and those who prefer more localized, low-key actions. The flagship Southern California event takes place from 2 PM to 5:30 PM at Gloria Molina Grand Park in downtown LA, but if that’s not your scene, here’s a rundown of other locations and times to consider:
No Kings Protest Locations in Los Angeles on October 18
Unidad Park, Historic Filipinotown: 10 AM – 12 PMLos Angeles City Hall (Downtown): 10 AM – 2 PMPasadena, Lake Avenue & Colorado Boulevard: 2 PM – 4 PMTorrance City Hall: 11 AM – 1 PMHuntington Beach Pier: 12 PM – 2 PMSanta Monica, Palisades Park: 11 AM – 12:30 PMBeverly Hills, Beverly Garden Park: 2 PM – 4 PMGlendale City Hall: 12 PM – 2 PMCulver City Hall: 11 AM – 12:30 PM
Organizers say many of these events will feature the energetic protest-festival vibe with signs, chants, drums, and creative expressions of dissent. Indivisible’s executive director Ezra Levin told MSNBC, “What this is about is everybody coming together and demonstrating—we don’t do kings in America.”
While the focus is on peaceful demonstration, the memory of June’s protests still looms large in the background. That day, clashes near federal buildings escalated into tear gas and flash bangs being deployed.