A series of “No Kings” visibility protests will take place across the Houston area and Southeast Texas today, June 14.
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The largest local demonstration is set for 10 a.m. outside Houston City Hall. Organizers say more than 4,000 people have RSVP’d for the downtown rally, which will include a march looping around the nearby streets.
The grassroots “No Kings” movement, made up of volunteer-led protests across the country, is intentionally counter-programming a military parade being held in Washington, D.C., for President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday.
Demonstrators say their goal is to stand up for civil liberties and push back against what they see as undemocratic policies.
While organizers have repeatedly called for peaceful protests, law enforcement agencies across the region have issued reminders about respecting First Amendment rights while warning against property damage and violence.
Governor Greg Abbott has activated more than 5,000 Texas National Guard soldiers, ready to respond if needed.
If you’re headed downtown today, be aware that streets near City Hall will be affected during the protest and march.
Here’s a full list of confirmed locations and times:
Houston
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Houston City Hall, 901 Bagby Street, 77002
- Organizers say 4,000 people RSVP’d as of Friday afternoon
League City
- 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- 555 W. Walker St., League City, TX 77573
Sugar Land
- 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
- Sugar Land Town Square, Sugar Land, TX 77479
Katy
- 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Cypress
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Location requires RSVP
Conroe
- 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
- Conroe City Hall, Conroe, TX 77301
Brenham
- 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Brenham, TX
Coldspring:
- 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- San Jacinto County Courthouse, Coldspring, TX 77331
Huntsville
- 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Walker County Courthouse, Huntsville, TX
Bryan
- 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
- Brazos County Courthouse, Bryan, TX 77803
Beaumont
- 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
- Private address, RSVP required for details, Beaumont, TX 77706
Additional event details and RSVP links are available on the No Kings Mobilize site.
In response to the planned protests, Congressman Wesley Hunt sent a letter to local leaders urging law enforcement to be prepared, expressing concerns about potential unrest. Governor Greg Abbott’s office also issued a statement saying the state is ready to deploy additional resources if needed and emphasized that while peaceful protests are protected, any acts of violence or property damage will not be tolerated.