Events

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

Recurring

Upcoming

Past events

  • 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
  • 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 — parking lot on Nicollet Ave.
  • More info: abolishice.live
  • 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 (defiance.news)
State of the Swamp
State of the Swamp
  • 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
The People's State of the Union
The People's State of the Union
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • What: Sunrise Movement hosted a public memorial ceremony 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
  • 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