Students advocating for changes to the state's gun laws outside the North Carolina General Assembly. September 12, 2023 Photo: Dylan Rhoney/Cardinal & Pine
Across North Carolina, rallies against ICE, healthcare cuts, and the Trump administration are taking place across North Carolina.
Over the next week, North Carolinians have countless opportunities to get involved in their communities. Across the state, protests, sign making events for the upcoming ‘No Kings’ rallies, and advocacy opportunities are available in a town near you.
Are you looking for ways to register voters, advocate for public schools, town halls focused on the issues impacting you and your family, or just trying to figure out how to get involved locally? There are opportunities for all of these activities in communities across North Carolina.
Friday, March 20
Engaged Defenders for Democracy – ICE Is Not Welcome Here! Cary ICE Office (9:00 am-11:00 am)
Hosted by: Engaged Defenders for Democracy
Location: 140 Centrewest Ct Cary, NC 27513
Join peaceful protesters in Cary as they stand on the sidewalk on the corner of Evans and Centrewest Court to protest ICE policies against immigrants outside of their local offices.
NO MORE DISTRACTION WARS (bridge protest) (4:00-6:00pm)
Hosted by: Fayetteville Resistance Coalition
Location: 195 Poe Ave Spring Lake, NC 28390
Fayetteville Resistance Coalition is hosting a bridge protest against the foreign policy decisions of the Trump administration.
Saturday, March 21
Wake County Indivisible – No Kings Sign Making (1:00-3:00)
Hosted by: Wake Indivisible
Location: Provided upon sign up
Join Wake Indivisible for a sign making workshop for next week’s ‘No King’s’ protest on March 28th.
No Kings Sign Making Party (1:00-3:00pm)
Hosted by: Indivisible Johnston County
Location: 1302 W Market St Smithfield, NC 27577
You can join community members in Smithfield as they create signs for the March 28th ‘No Kings’ protests that will take place in the community and across North Carolina.
Register People to Vote at the North Asheville Tailgate Market (10:00-11:30am) and (11:30am-1:00pm)
Hosted by: Buncombe County Democratic Party
Location: UNCA Campus Parking Lot P34 – 275 Edgewood Rd Asheville, NC 28804
You can register people to vote in Buncombe County this Saturday. Two shifts are available from 10-11:30am and 11:30am-1:00pm)
The Really REALLY Free Market Plus! (10:30am-3:30pm)
Hosted by: Camel City United Indivisible North Carolina
Location: Mothership Studios Parking Lot – 239 W Acadia Ave Winston-Salem, NC 27127
This 100% FREE mutual aid event in Winston-Salem is an opportunity to protect the environment, while also trading cool stuff with fellow community members.
Sunday, March 22
Defending Care and Denying Crowns: Physician Week of Action (2:00-3:30pm)
Hosted by: The Committee to Protect Health Care
Location: Deep Roots Market – 600 N Eugene St Greensboro, NC 27401
Ahead of the anniversary of the Affordable Care Act on March 23rd, doctors and advocates are marching in support of affordable healthcare and against cuts to essential services North Carolinians depend on.
Activist Care Workshop: Finding Joy in Darkness (2:00-4:00pm)
Hosted by: Indivisible CLT
Location: Virtual
This training will help attendees navigate the uncertain times we’re living through, and help them identify what their role can be in this moment.
Southern Sundays for Peace: Rocky Mount (12:00-2:00pm)
Hosted by: Engaged Defenders for Democracy
Location: Rocky Mount Mill, 1151 Falls Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Join Engaged Defenders for Democracy in Rocky Mount. They will be hosting their weekly pro-democracy protest, and invite the community to join them. Positive signs are requested.
Monday, March 23
Gather for Good Trouble – Buncombe (11:30am-2pm)
Hosted by: Red, Wine & Blue
Location: Village Pub – 100 Fairview Rd, Asheville, NC 28803
While enjoying lunch, Red, Wine & Blue’s new organizer in the Asheville area will meet with community members to discuss the 2026 election and issues impacting the community.
Tuesday, March 24
Stand up on Salisbury (3:30-5:30pm)
Hosted by: Indivisible Guilford County
Location: 202 N Cox St Asheboro, NC 27203
Locals in Asheboro are gathering as part of a weekly act of resistance and protest.
Sign Making Party for No Kings 3.0! (6:00-9:00pm)
Hosted by: Indivisible
Location: Hi-Wire Brewing – Wilmington 1020 Princess St Wilmington, NC 28401
Everyone in the Wilmington area is welcome to join fellow members of the community in making signs ahead of the March 28th ‘No Kings’ protest.
Bethesda Parent Listening Session (5:45-7:30pm)
Hosted by: Carolina Federation
Location: Durham County Library – South Regional Library 4505 S Alston Ave Durham, NC 27713
Carolina Federation is holding space for Bethesda Elementary Parents and caregivers to discuss what they want for their children and students in Durham County Schools. Attendees will learn how they can play a role in supporting local public schools.
Thursday, March 26
Influence NC Creators at the NCGA (6:30pm)
Hosted by: Influence NC
Location: Virtual
Are you a creator who is interested in making content about the General Assembly and speaking with lawmakers? This webinar from Influence NC will go over recommendations on how to cover the legislature’s work and speak with lawmakers.
Young Voices Social (7:00-10:00pm)
Hosted by: Indivisible CLT
Location: Common Market South End – 235 W Tremont Ave Charlotte, NC 28203
Gen-Z and Millennial members of Indivisible CLT will be gathering to discuss local activism over food, drinks, and fun activities.
Buncombe County Town Hall (6:00-8:00pm)
Hosted by: NC Democratic Party House Caucus
Location: Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College (Ferguson Auditorium) – 340 Victoria Rd Asheville, NC 28801
Members of the community will have the opportunity to hear from Rep. Lindsey Prather, Rep. Eric Ager, Rep. Brian Turner, and Sen. Julie Mayfield as they discuss the issues facing Buncombe County, and the happenings at the General Assembly.
Alamance Hour of Action (4:00 pm-5:00 pm)
Hosted by: Alamance Hour of Action
Location: 1388 S Main St Burlington, NC 27215
In this edition of a weekly peaceful protest, residents of Alamance County will be marching on Thursday, March. 26 in support of democracy in downtown Burlington.
Have an event to add? Email Organizing Coordinator Dylan Rhoney at [email protected] with details (please send details at least one week in advance).
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