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‘No Kings’ protests planned across Iowa. Here’s where

‘No Kings’ protests planned across Iowa. Here’s where

Two No Kings protesters pose with a sign saying "Only you can prevent fascism" on Oct. 18, 2025, in Iowa City. (Zachary Oren Smith / Iowa Starting Line)

By Lily Jackson

March 24, 2026

Your guide to attending No Kings Day protests, marches, and rallies across Iowa on March 28th. 

Looking for a way to take action in your community on this No Kings Day? On March 28th, Iowans are rising up across the state with peaceful rallies and community gatherings planned in over 50 communities. Whether you’re in northwest Iowa, Des Moines, or along the Mississippi River, there’s likely a protest near you. 

Here is your local guide to finding a protest near you: 

No Kings Protests in Northwest Iowa

  • Algona, Pocket Park, 10am-noon
  • Onawa, 610 Iowa Ave, 10-11:30am 
  • Spencer, East Leach Park, 11-12:30pm
  • Spirit Lake, Dickinson County Courthouse sidewalks, noon-1pm
  • Storm Lake, Radio Park, 1:30-3:30pm 

No Kings Protests in Western Iowa

No Kings Protests in Council Bluffs and Southwest Iowa

No Kings Protests in North Central Iowa

  • Charles City, Central Park, 5-6pm
  • Fort Dodge, Target/Hy-Vee/Aldi intersection, 11am
  • Humboldt, Corner of Highway 3 and Fifth Street North, 9-10am 
  • Marshalltown, front of Hardees, 10-11am
  • Mason City, Central Park, 12:30-2:30pm 
  • Osage, South 8th St & Main St, 11-12:30pm

No Kings Protests in Des Moines and South Central Iowa

No Kings Protests in Northeast Iowa

  • Charles City, Central Park, 5-6pm
  • Decorah, College Drive and 5th Avenue, noon-2pm 
  • Dubuque, Plaza Drive & Northwest Arterial Bike/Hike Trail, 11am-noon
  • Independence, 210 5th Ave NE, 10-noon 
  • Manchester, Manchester Whitewater Park, 11-12:30pm 
  • Waterloo, Waterloo Riverloop, 1-3pm 
  • Waverly, Kohlmann Park, 1-3pm 

No Kings Protests in Iowa City and Eastern Iowa

No Kings Protests in Southeast Iowa

  • Dewitt, Along 11th St. by Lincoln Park, noon-2pm 
  • Fairfield, Central Park, 2-4pm 
  • Keokuk, Lee County Court House, 2-3:30pm
  • Keosauqua, Keosauqua bridge, noon-1:30pm
  • Oskaloosa, Studio Osky, noon-1pm 
  • Ottumwa, Quincy Ave, 10am-noon
  • Washington, South F Ave and West Madison St, 11-1pm
  • West Burlington, Intersection of South Gear Avenue & West Agency Road, 2-3pm

Have an event to add? Email State Coordinating Organizer, Lily Jackson, [email protected] with details.

Related: WATCH: Inflatable costumes at No Kings Des Moines 

  • Lily Jackson

    Lily Jackson is the Community Development Organizer at the Granite Post with five years of organizing experience at the local, state, and federal levels. Prior to joining Courier Newsroom, she organized her alma mater, the University of New Hampshire with the New Hampshire Democratic Coordinated Campaign, and the Presidential Inaugural Committee for the MLK Day of Service. She continued her advocacy with the American Civil Liberties Union of New Hampshire after graduation. Lily grew up in Boston, but now calls the Granite State her home.

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