As former President Donald Trump prepares to mark his 79th birthday with a large military parade in Washington, D.C., activists across Florida and the U.S. are mobilizing under the banner of “No Kings” — a national day of protest aimed at rejecting authoritarianism and the glorification of power.
What Are the ‘No Kings’ Protests?
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Scheduled for Saturday, June 14, the No Kings National Day of Defiance is a coordinated protest against what organizers call a “made-for-TV display of dominance” by Trump and his allies. The protests coincide with:
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Trump’s birthday
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Flag Day
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The U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary (marked by the controversial military parade in D.C.)
Protesters plan to gather in parks, town squares, and on courthouse steps across the country to send a message:
“No thrones, no crowns, no kings.”
“Real power isn’t staged in Washington. It rises up everywhere else,” the movement’s official website declares.
Who’s Behind It?
The protest is organized by a coalition of advocacy groups, including:
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Indivisible – a progressive grassroots group formed in the wake of Trump’s 2016 win.
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50501 Movement – born from Reddit activism, representing “50 states, 50 protests, 1 movement.”
Together, they’re staging demonstrations in all 50 states, with Florida hosting more than 75 separate events.
Full List of Florida ‘No Kings’ Protest Locations (As of June 10)
Events are planned in the following cities and towns:
North & Panhandle:
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Apalachicola
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Bronson
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Fort Walton Beach
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Gainesville
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Inverness
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Jacksonville (Duval Courthouse, Beach Blvd & Hodges Blvd)
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Panama City
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Pensacola (Ninth Ave/Airport Blvd, The Graffiti Bridge)
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Tallahassee
Central Florida:
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Apopka
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Casselberry
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Clermont (City Hall, Town)
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Cocoa
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Daytona Beach
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DeLand
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Kissimmee
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Lakeland
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Lake Mary
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Leesburg
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Mount Dora
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Ocala
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Orange City
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Orange Park
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Orlando
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Plant City
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Poinciana
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Sebring
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Spring Hill
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The Villages
South & Southwest Florida:
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Boca Raton
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Boynton Beach
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Coral Springs
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Delray Beach
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Ellenton
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Englewood
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Fort Lauderdale
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Fort Myers
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Hollywood
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Key Largo
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Key West
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Largo
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Marathon
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Miami
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Miami Beach
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Naples
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New Port Richey
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New Smyrna Beach
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Palm Bay
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Palm Beach / Mar-a-Lago
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Palm Beach Gardens
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Palm Coast
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Palm Harbor
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Port Charlotte
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Port St. Joe
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Port St. Lucie
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Riverview
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Sarasota (University Parkway, J.D. Hamel Park)
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Sebastian
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St. Augustine
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St. Johns County
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St. Petersburg
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Tampa
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Venice
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Vero Beach
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West Palm Beach
Safety & Preparation Tips (via Human Rights Campaign)
If you’re planning to attend:
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Dress appropriately for the weather and comfort.
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Pack essentials: Water, cash, a charged phone/power bank, ID, and snacks.
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Use the buddy system: Don’t protest alone. Have an emergency contact.
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Stay alert: Practice the OODA Loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act).
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Avoid confrontation: Organizers ask that attendees remain peaceful and avoid bringing weapons.
The Message Behind the March
While the Army insists the D.C. parade is simply to celebrate its 250th anniversary, many see it as a politicized show of force tied to Trump’s birthday — a symbolism “No Kings” organizers reject.
“We’re showing up everywhere he isn’t,” the website reads, “to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings.”
For more details or to find the protest closest to you, visit the official No Kings Day event page.
