San Antonio, October 18, 2025
News Summary
San Antonio is bracing for the second ‘No Kings’ protest at Travis Park on Saturday from 4-6 PM. Organized by 50501 San Antonio, the event is expected to draw around 10,000 attendees as part of a nationwide initiative protesting Trump administration policies. Emphasizing nonviolence and community participation, organizers are coordinating with local authorities to ensure public safety amidst concerns surrounding recent immigration enforcement actions. Similar demonstrations are planned in hundreds of cities across the country, showcasing a large-scale mobilization against current federal policies.
San Antonio
San Antonio is preparing for a second “No Kings” protest set for Saturday from 4-6 PM at Travis Park, with organizers estimating turnout and city officials preparing to ensure public safety. The local organizing group, 50501 San Antonio, bases its expected turnout on online RSVP numbers and says San Antonio’s event is expected to attract as many as 10,000 attendees at Travis Park. The demonstration is part of a broader wave of demonstrations nationwide.
What organizers say and public safety plans
The group behind the event emphasizes nonviolent action and will not permit weapons at the Saturday protests, expecting attendees to de-escalate potential conflicts. San Antonio police are aware of the planned protest and will provide a police presence to ensure the safety of peaceful demonstrators. The organizers’ website underscores the movement’s message that “America has no kings, and the power belongs to the people”.
Nationwide scope and state-level activity
The upcoming demonstrations are part of a nationwide mobilization. Hundreds of U.S. cities will host “No Kings” demonstrations protesting Trump administration policies on Saturday, and More than 2,500 No Kings events are registered across all 50 states and territories. At the state level, Governor Greg Abbott has deployed Texas National Guard troops to various Texas cities, including Austin, ahead of the protests. Several Texas communities are also participating: Other cities in Texas, such as Floresville, Boerne, Cibolo, and New Braunfels, are also holding protests.
Local context and recent history
San Antonio held an initial No Kings protest in June during a period of heightened immigration enforcement; that event coincided with Flag Day celebrations and was recognized as the largest mobilization in the city since the referenced federal administration took office. At the June protest, family members reported authorities taking people into custody outside courthouses amid a surge of ICE arrests. Protesters at Travis Park carried signs with messages emphasizing family unity and opposition to policies they attributed to the administration. During the June gathering, a speaker led chants calling for the removal of military presence from the streets.
Additional factors
The planned set of demonstrations takes place against a backdrop of a government shutdown that has caused frustration among federal workers. Organizers report online RSVPs as the basis for turnout estimates, and law enforcement in San Antonio plans a presence to support a peaceful event. Previous protests against federal immigration policies and ICE actions in the region were managed without significant violence or intervention by law enforcement, according to local accounts.
Key details at a glance
- Event: Second “No Kings” protest in San Antonio
- When: Saturday, 4-6 PM
- Where: Travis Park
- Organizer: 50501 San Antonio
- Expected turnout: San Antonio’s event is expected to attract as many as 10,000 attendees at Travis Park
- Nationwide participation: Hundreds of U.S. cities will host “No Kings” demonstrations protesting Trump administration policies on Saturday
- Registered events nationwide: More than 2,500 No Kings events are registered across all 50 states and territories
- State action: Governor Greg Abbott has deployed Texas National Guard troops to various Texas cities, including Austin, ahead of the protests
- Other Texas cities participating: Other cities in Texas, such as Floresville, Boerne, Cibolo, and New Braunfels, are also holding protests
Context and background
The “No Kings” demonstrations are organized as coordinated actions in response to federal policies. For San Antonio, this is described by organizers as a follow-up to a large June demonstration that drew local families and activists and included visible messaging opposing immigration enforcement tactics. Organizers and local officials say the emphasis for the Saturday event will be on nonviolent tactics, organized crowd management, and de-escalation.
Table: Key features of the San Antonio “No Kings” protest and related facts
| Feature | Detail | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Expected turnout | San Antonio’s event is expected to attract as many as 10,000 attendees at Travis Park | Local |
| Organizing group | 50501 San Antonio (based on online RSVP numbers) | Local |
| Time and place | Saturday, 4-6 PM at Travis Park | Local |
| Nationwide participation | Hundreds of U.S. cities will host “No Kings” demonstrations protesting Trump administration policies on Saturday | Nationwide |
| Registered events | More than 2,500 No Kings events are registered across all 50 states and territories | Nationwide |
| State deployment | Governor Greg Abbott has deployed Texas National Guard troops to various Texas cities, including Austin, ahead of the protests | State-level (Texas) |
| Other Texas cities | Other cities in Texas, such as Floresville, Boerne, Cibolo, and New Braunfels, are also holding protests | State-level (Texas) |
Timeline of relevant events
| Date/Time | Event | Status/Source |
|---|---|---|
| June | The initial No Kings protest in June was recognized as the largest mobilization since Trump assumed office, coinciding with Flag Day celebrations | Occurred / Local organizers and accounts |
| Saturday, 4-6 PM | San Antonio protest scheduled at Travis Park | Planned / Organizers (50501 San Antonio) |
| Ahead of the protests | Governor Greg Abbott has deployed Texas National Guard troops to various Texas cities, including Austin, ahead of the protests | Occurred / State-level action |
Simple visual statistics
Registered nationwide events
San Antonio expected turnout
Related public-safety and participation notes
Organizers are committed to nonviolent action and will not permit weapons at the Saturday protests, expecting attendees to de-escalate potential conflicts. San Antonio police will provide a presence to support safety for peaceful demonstrators. Prior protests against federal immigration policies and ICE crackdowns in the region were handled without major violence or law enforcement intervention, according to local accounts. Family members reported ICE arrests outside courthouses during the June surge of enforcement.
FAQ
How many cities will host demonstrations?
Hundreds of U.S. cities will host “No Kings” demonstrations protesting Trump administration policies on Saturday.
What is the expected turnout in San Antonio?
San Antonio’s event is expected to attract as many as 10,000 attendees at Travis Park.
How many No Kings events are registered nationwide?
More than 2,500 No Kings events are registered across all 50 states and territories.
Where and when is the San Antonio protest?
The San Antonio protest is scheduled for 4-6 PM on Saturday.
Who organized the San Antonio event?
The organizing group, 50501 San Antonio, bases its expected turnout on online RSVP numbers.
Will weapons be permitted at the protest?
Organizers are committed to nonviolent action and will not permit weapons at the Saturday protests, expecting attendees to de-escalate potential conflicts.
What is the state-level response in Texas?
Governor Greg Abbott has deployed Texas National Guard troops to various Texas cities, including Austin, ahead of the protests.
Are other Texas communities holding protests?
Other cities in Texas, such as Floresville, Boerne, Cibolo, and New Braunfels, are also holding protests.
What happened at the June protest in San Antonio?
The last protest in San Antonio occurred in June during a surge of ICE arrests, with family members reporting authorities taking people into custody outside courthouses.
What themes appeared at the prior protest?
Protesters in at Travis Park carried signs with messages such as “Families belong together” and “Trump’s lies matter.”
How did the June event rank locally?
The initial No Kings protest in June was recognized as the largest mobilization since Trump assumed office, coinciding with Flag Day celebrations.
Why are the demonstrations taking place now?
The protests coincide with a government shutdown, causing frustration among federal workers.
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Additional Resources
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- The Austin Statesman
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