# Events
A listing of some important events (both Minnesota-specific and beyond).

## Recurring

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Indivisible has a [list of weekly bridge brigades](https://bio.site/indivisible_twincities).

*The [Indivisible site](https://www.mobilize.us/indivisible/) also has a search engine you can use to find events in your area, such as monthly bridge brigades or "stand with us" gatherings - where you stand with other peaceful protestors at a park or street corner.*
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## Upcoming

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No upcoming events listed right now — check the **Recurring** section above, and check back soon!
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## Past events

==- :crown: Saturday, March 28, 2026 — No Kings 3 (nationwide) {#nokings3}
* **What:** A nationwide mass mobilization against the Trump administration's authoritarian actions and ongoing brutality, with a flagship event in the Twin Cities.
* **When:** Saturday, March 28, 2026 (time varies by location)
* **Where:** Nationwide
* **More info:** [NoKings.org](https://www.nokings.org/)

==- :ice_cube: Friday, March 6, 2026 — Abolish Ice (Black Forest Inn, Minneapolis) {#abolish-ice}
* **What:** Fight fascism and support the warriors who've stepped up to protect our neighbors and our democracy.
* **When:** Friday, March 6, 2026 @ 1 p.m. (music by Dropkick Murphys at 4 p.m.)
* **Where:** [Black Forest Inn, 1 E 26th St., Minneapolis](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//Black+Forest+Inn,+1+E+26th+St,+Minneapolis,+MN+55404/@44.7709184,-93.5657472,14z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x52b332b50ac5e82b:0x179f1465a2897ed2!2m2!1d-93.277629!2d44.9554099?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDIyNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) — parking lot on Nicollet Ave.
* **More info:** [abolishice.live](https://abolishice.live/)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4SZOUtCf0tk

==- :frog: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 — State of the Swamp (Washington, DC + online) {#state-of-the-swamp}
* **What:** A rebuttal to the State of the Union featuring national leaders, celebrities, pro-democracy figures and more.
* **When:** Tuesday, February 24, 2026 @ 6 p.m. CST
* **Where:** In-person in Washington, DC, and online
* **More info:** [Everything you need to know about State of the Swamp](https://www.defiance.news/p/everything-you-need-to-know-about) (defiance.news)

![State of the Swamp|400](/events/stateoftheswamp.png)

==- :frog: Tuesday, February 24, 2026 — The People's State of the Union (virtual) {#peoples-state-of-the-union}
* **What:** Democratic leaders, MoveOn members, and everyday Americans most impacted by Trump's chaos come together as an alternative to the State of the Union.
* **When:** Tuesday, February 24, 2026 @ 7 p.m. CST
* **Where:** Virtual
* **More info:** RSVP at the [Mobilize page](https://www.mobilize.us/moveon/event/903012/)

![The People's State of the Union](/events/psotu.png)

==- :microphone: Saturday, February 21, 2026 — Brandi Carlile concert (livestream) {#brandi-carlile}
* **What:** A special livestream benefit broadcast from Brandi Carlile's sold-out Minneapolis show, with an opening set from The Head & The Heart. All Veeps proceeds benefit The Advocates for Human Rights via The Looking Out Foundation. Available live and on demand for 48 hours.
* **When:** Saturday, February 21, 2026 @ 7 p.m. CST
* **Where:** Livestream
* **More info:** [Brandi's VEEPS page](https://veeps.com/brandicarlile/10bee30f-604a-40a8-9c39-6a0a6553d878)

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*"I am so heartbroken and angry for Minnesota. Over the past month, the community there has continued to set an incredible example for the rest of us, demonstrating the power of uniting to protect our neighbors and defend what is right...What affects one of us, affects all of us and we need to continue to look out for each other. We'll find a way."*
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==- :knife_fork_plate: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 — Day of Giving: The Salt Cure Restaurant Recovery Fund (Minnesota) {#day-of-giving}
* **What:** [The Salt Cure Fund](https://thesaltcurefund.org) encourages communities to dine out and support Minnesota restaurants, and/or [donate directly](https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/4xIFOQ?vid=1orwjq) to the fund.
* **When:** Wednesday, February 18, 2026
* **Where:** Minnesota restaurants
* **More info:** [Downloadable flyer](https://thesaltcurefund.org/SaltCure_Overview.pdf)

==- :speaking_head_in_silhouette: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 — National Day of Lobbying: Impeach Trump & Abolish ICE (nationwide) {#national-day-of-lobbying}
* **What:** FLARE USA, Citizens' Impeachment, and the 50501 Movement led constituents into the in-district offices of all 435 U.S. House Representatives to demand the impeachment of President Trump and the abolishment of ICE.
* **When:** Tuesday, February 17, 2026 @ 2–4 p.m. CST
* **Where:** Nationwide
* **More info:** [Mobilize page](https://www.mobilize.us/mobilize/event/894607/)

==- :hiking_boot: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 — Completion of the Walk for Peace (Washington, DC) {#walk-for-peace}
* **What:** The 2,300-mile Walk for Peace initiated by Buddhist monks concluded in Washington, DC, raising "awareness of peace, loving kindness, and compassion across America and the world."
* **When:** Tuesday, February 10, 2026
* **Where:** Washington, DC
* **More info:** [dhammacetiya.com/walk-for-peace](https://dhammacetiya.com/walk-for-peace/)

==- :candle: Saturday, February 7, 2026 — WOKINSUVE: In Remembrance & Witness of Renée and Alex (Powderhorn Park, Minneapolis) {#wokinsuve}
* **What:** Sunrise Movement hosted a [public memorial ceremony](https://www.mobilize.us/sunrisemovement/event/895013/) to mourn Renée, Alex, and all those lost in this occupation.
* **When:** Saturday, February 7, 2026 @ 12–3 p.m. CST
* **Where:** Powderhorn Park, Minneapolis

==- :hospital: Friday, February 6, 2026 — A discussion about Trump's health (online) {#trump-health}
* **What:** [Dr. Steven Hassan](https://instagram.com/cultexpert) and [epistemiccrisis](https://instagram.com/epistempiccrisis) discussed Trump's cognitive decline. The talk was archived to watch later.
* **When:** Friday, February 6, 2026 @ 2:30 p.m. CST
* **Where:** Online (via [Dr. Steven Hassan](https://instagram.com/cultexpert)'s Instagram)
* **More info:** [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/reels/DUZUt8FDPgY/)

==- :raised_fist: Friday, January 30, 2026 — Nationwide strike (nationwide) {#nationwide-strike}
* **What:** "The people of the Twin Cities have shown the way for the whole country – to stop ICE's reign of terror, we need to SHUT IT DOWN." A nationwide day of no school, no work, and no shopping.
* **When:** Friday, January 30, 2026
* **Where:** Nationwide
* **More info:** [NationalShutdown.org](https://nationalshutdown.org/)

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