In Phoenix, thousands of protesters have shown up at the Arizona Capitol to protest the actions of the Trump administration. Demonstrations have also popped out throughout the Valley, including in front of Tesla dealerships and the local offices of Sen. Ruben Gallego and Reps. Abe Hamadeh and David Schweikert.
Now, another large-scale protest is set for June 14. Dubbed “No Kings” Day, the nationwide protest will take place on Flag Day. It also coincides with Trump’s birthday, which he plans to celebrate in true dictator style with a garish military parade in Washington, D.C.
But as Trump toots his own horn, thousands of Arizonans will be bearing the heat to protest Trump’s agenda at demonstrations around the Valley. While past protests have railed against Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency and federal funding cuts, Saturday’s protest is likely to focus on the administration’s immigration policy and the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids that have occurred in Los Angeles and now Phoenix. There’s also simmering anger about Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill," which would impose Medicaid cuts in order to cut taxes for the rich.
Here’s what you should know about Saturday’s protests.
Where is the protest?
Unlike past protests in the Valley, which were focused on the Capitol and downtown Phoenix, Saturday’s protest will be more spread out. The main arm of the protest will still be at the Capitol, located at 1700 W. Washington St., but other protests will occur in the following locations:- Tempe: Pedestrian Bridge and Cole Park, located at 2000 E. Carson Dr.
- Chandler-Gilbert: Downtown Chandler at 3 S. Arizona Ave.
- Mesa: East Southern Avenue and South Stapley Drive
- Scottsdale:
- Old Town: In front of P.F. Changs at Camelback and North Scottsdale roads
- Schweikert’s office, located at 14500 N. Northsight Blvd 221
- North Scottsdale: North Tatum Boulevard and Bell Road - North Phoenix:
- In front of the Fry’s at North 35th and West Peoria avenues
- 2505 W Happy Valley Rd. - Glendale: 24831 N. 67th Ave.
- Peoria: North Lake Pleasant Parkway and West Happy Valley Road
When is the protest?
The main protest at the Arizona Capitol will start at 9 a.m. and go until 12 p.m. Other protests will follow different schedules, but all will occur in the morning. Click the Mobilize links above for specific times for each.How can I get involved?
You can RSVP to the protest through its various Mobilize links. You can also send questions to [email protected].No Kings’ organizers are also hosting a variety of virtual calls and trainings ahead of the big day on Saturday for community members who are interested in hosting their own “No Kings” Day protest, in training to be a marshal or in talking strategy.
June 14, save the date. Millions of us are showing up in the streets all across the nation to protest Trump's regime. We’ll see you there. #50501movement #NoKings
— 50501: The People’s Movement ❌👑 (@50501movement.bsky.social) May 22, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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Who is organizing this protest?
The protests are being organized by grassroots organizers with the 50501 movement. Other local groups, including chapters of the group Indivisible, are also involved.What should I know before I go to the protest?
While the majority of protests are set to begin in the morning, Saturday is expected to be hot with a high of 107 degrees. Attendees should bring plenty of water, sunscreen and shade, like an umbrella or baseball cap.Depending on the location, protesters should stay on public sidewalks to avoid running afoul of trespassing laws with local businesses or police.
For those protesting at the Capitol, protesting and other organizing activities must be conducted between 5 a.m. and 10 p.m. Here are other notable Capitol regulations:
- Protesters must also keep 10 feet away from all buildings and minimize damage to state property.
- To amplify sound, an event application must be submitted 10 days prior, otherwise “volume must be reduced to a reasonable level.” An event application is not required if no sound will be amplified.
- Equipment, including banners and signs, may not be staked into the ground or otherwise affixed to landscapes, sidewalks or buildings.
