Large “No Kings” protests are planned in Bellingham and Vancouver on March 28 as part of a nationwide movement expected to draw thousands.
BELLINGHAM, Wash. — Thousands of people plan to attend “No Kings” protests in Bellingham and Vancouver on March 28, part of a coordinated movement targeting former President Donald Trump and policies organizers call authoritarian.
“Taking collective action works,” Indivisible Vancouver spokesperson Jen Gagnon said. “Together we can accomplish so much more than any one of us can do alone.”
Organizers across the Pacific Northwest are preparing for one of the largest protest weekends of the year.
Events will take place in Whatcom County and Vancouver, British Columbia.
Local groups expect strong turnout in both cities. The demonstrations reflect a broader North American effort.
More than 3,000 events are planned across the United States. Another 100 are planned internationally.
Bellingham Rally Expected to Draw Largest Crowd Yet
Organizers say Saturday’s Bellingham No Kings event could become the largest protest in the city’s history.
The rally begins at 1 p.m. at the Port of Bellingham’s waterfront site on Granary Avenue. A march will follow at about 2 p.m.
Organizers urge attendees to gather with neighbors and travel together. They cite limited parking and a push to build community connections.
The event will feature speakers, music, and neighborhood outreach efforts. Organizers aim to keep momentum going after the march.
Vancouver March Anchors Regional Effort
In Vancouver, Indivisible Vancouver and Democracy Rising will lead a major “No Tyrants” march and rally.
Participants will gather at the Vancouver Public Library at 11 a.m. The march will begin around 11:45 a.m. and end at Harbour Green Park.
Speakers include Andrew Juric of Democrats Abroad BC Mainland, Alexa Traboulay of Women Transforming Cities, and Tanya Webking, a Vancouver City Council candidate.
Musicians scheduled to perform include Mike Henry, Marcus Mosely, and JUNO-winning jazz artist Gabriel Mark Hasselbach.
Organizers say the rally is part of a coordinated international response.
“No Kings” Movement Expands Internationally
Organizers brand U.S. protests as “No Kings.” International events, including those in Canada and other countries with monarchies, use the message “No Tyrants.”
The movement has grown quickly through grassroots organizing and social media.
“In 2025, millions of Americans came together in nonviolent protest to oppose the growing authoritarian actions of the Trump administration,” Kevin St John Leja said on a social media post to the Peace, Love, and a Handshake page on Facebook. “And on March 28th, we are coming together again bigger and louder than ever before.”
Focus on Nonviolence and Community Safety
Organizers in both cities say they will prioritize nonviolent protest and safety.
In Whatcom County, organizers trained more than 100 volunteer peacekeepers and will deploy safety teams across the event.
In Vancouver, organizers are working with local partners and trained de-escalation teams.
Regional Impact Expected
Organizers expect turnout from across Whatcom County and Metro Vancouver.
The cross-border events highlight growing regional coordination. That trend continues in border communities like Blaine and Bellingham.
Organizers urge people to arrive early and use alternative transportation. They warn of limited parking and heavy congestion near event sites.
What Time Is the “No Kings” Protest in Bellingham?
The Bellingham “No Kings” protest starts at 1 p.m. Saturday, March 28, at the Port of Bellingham waterfront site on Granary Avenue. A march will follow at approximately 2 p.m.
Where Is the Vancouver “No Tyrants” Protest Happening?
The Vancouver “No Tyrants: ICE Out of Vancouver” protest begins at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 28, at the Vancouver Public Library. Organizers will lead a march to Harbour Green Park, where the rally will continue until about 1:15 p.m.
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