Athens is one of more than 20 cities in Georgia that will host a ‘No Kings Day’ protest Saturday aimed at Donald Trump and his administration.
In Washington, D.C., a military parade is set to honor the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, coinciding with the birthday of President Donald Trump.
Yes, the event is expected to be large and expensive, between $25 to $40 million, according to WTOP News.
Here’s what to know about the Athens event.
What is ‘No Kings Day’ for?
Naomi Stinnett protests at the Capitol in Austin to express opposition to federal immigration raids and show solidarity with demonstrators in Los Angeles Monday, June 9, 2025.
“The flag doesn’t belong to Donald Trump. It belongs to us. We’re not watching history happen. We’re making it,” organizers said on the No Kings website. “On June 14th, we’re showing up everywhere he isn’t—to say no thrones, no crowns, no kings.”
According to this, protesters are voicing opposition not just to a military parade in Washington, D.C., but to a broader narrative they claim threatens American democracy.
Will there be a No Kings event in Athens?
In Athens, Georgia, demonstrators will gather from 5 to 7 p.m. at College Square under the banner of “No Kings Athens,” a local event tied to the national campaign.
Where are No Kings events happening in Georgia?
More than 20 are confirmed in Georgia:
Albany: “No Kings Albany, GA” 10 a.m. to noon.
Athens: “No Kings Athens” 5-7 p.m. at College Square.
Atlanta: “No Kings in Atlanta” 10 a.m. to noon at Liberty Plaza; “No Cake for False Kings Atlanta” 1-4 p.m. at Atlanta Station Bridge/Overpass.
Augusta: “No Kings Augusta” 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Brunswick: “No Kings Brunswick, GA” 3-8 p.m.
Columbus: “No Kings Columbus GA” 9-11 a.m. in front of the River Center in uptown Columbus.
Douglas: “No Kings Douglas” noon-2 p.m. at Trojan Lane intersection.
Fayetteville: “No Kings Fayetteville” 3-4:40 p.m. at Old Fayette County Courthouse.
Forsyth County: “No Kings Forsyth County” 1-2 p.m.
Gainesville: “No Kings in NE Georgia” 3-4 p.m. at Gainesville Square.
Greene County: “No Kings Greensboro GA” 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Griffin: “No Kings Nationwide Day of Defiance: Griffin” 10-11:30 a.m. at the Griffin Auditorium.
Macon: “Kick Out the Clowns | No Kings Day of Action Macon” 10 a.m. to noon at Poplar Street median between 2nd and 3rd streets.
McDonough: “No Kings Nationwide Day of Defiance; McDonough” 12:30-2 p.m. at MCDonough City Hall.
Savannah: “No Kings Savannah” 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Thomas Square Park.
Statesboro: “No Kings Statesboro” 10 a.m. to noon.
St. Mary’s: “No Kings St. Mary’s” 3-6 p.m. at St. Mary’s Waterfront Pavilion.
Suwanee: “No Kings Gwinnett County” 2-4 p.m.
Tucker: “No Kings March Tucker” 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tucker Recreation Center.
Valdosta: “Valdosta – No Kings Day of Defiance” 2-3 p.m.
Warner Robins: “No Kings Warner Robins” 12-2 p.m. at Perkins Park.
Waycross: “No Kings Waycross” 9-11 a.m. at the sidewalk area between Checkers and Hog and Bones facing Memorial Drive.
Woodstock: “No Kings in Woodstock: We Took the Same Oath” 2-4 p.m.
How old will Donald Trump be?
Former President Donald Trump marks his 78th birthday on June 14, 2024, by addressing supporters in West Palm Beach.
Born in 1946, Trump is currently 78, and on Saturday he will be 79 years-old.
Vanessa Countryman is the Trending Topics Reporter for the the Deep South Connect Team Georgia. Email her at Vcountryman@gannett.com.
This article originally appeared on Athens Banner-Herald: Athens, Georgia to host ‘No Kings Day’ anti-Trump protest on Saturday