See the scenes of the ‘No Kings' protests in and around Chicago

Thousands turned out for “No Kings” protests in and around Chicago on Saturday, adding to the millions across the country who joined what organizers said could be one of the largest single-day nationwide protests in U.S. history.

Over 3,100 “No Kings” protests against the Trump administration were planned across the U.S. for Saturday, including dozens in the Chicago area.

“As President Trump escalates his attempts to control us, it is on us, the people, to show that we will fight to protect one another and our country. If he believes we will roll over and allow him to take our freedoms, he is mistaken. We are coming together again on March 28 because we know we can overcome this repression when we unite,” the “No Kings” website states.

Saturday marked the third round of “such “No Kings” demonstrations during President Donald Trump’s second term, following “No Kings” protests that took place in October and June.

Thousands turned out for over 30 “No Kings” events held across the Chicago area in October, adding to the nearly 7 million people who turned out for the events across the country. In June, roughly 5 million people protested across the country in “No Kings” events.

‘No Kings’ Protests March 28, 2026

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Data is current as of Mar. 27, 2026. Head to nokings.org for latest updates.
Source: No Kings

Here’s a look at some of the many “No Kings” protests that took place in and around Chicago on Saturday:

Downtown Chicago

Thousands filled Grant Park for the largest “No Kings” demonstration that took place in the Chicago area on Saturday, with many holding signs with phrases such as “Faith over fear,” “Spread love not hate” and “Vote like democracy matters.”

After a rally on Butler Field, the crowd marched through the streets of downtown.

Independence Park (Chicago)

A family friendly “No Kings” rally was held by Indivisible Chicago Northwest in Independence Park in the city’s Irving Park neighborhood.

Cicero

In Cicero, a majority Latino area heavily impacted by the Trump administrations immigration crackdown, protestors gathered for a “No Kings” event outside of the Cicero Town Hall, located at 4949 W. Cermak Rd.

Lombard

Dozens gathered in Lombard for a “No Kings” protest.

Demonstrators lined a sidewalk in the suburb, with many holding signs.

Park Ridge

A crowd gathered in northwest suburban Park Ridge for a “No Kings” protest on Touhy Avenue.

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