San Antonio, October 19, 2025
News Summary
On October 18, a significant demonstration dubbed the ‘No Kings’ protest occurred in San Antonio, Texas, drawing approximately 10,000 participants. The rally, organized by 50501 San Antonio, focused on opposing Trump administration policies, advocating for nonviolent action, and highlighting key issues such as immigration and civic engagement. Attendees marched through downtown and featured speeches from local representatives. The event saw a strong police presence ensuring peace along with discussions about upcoming elections and community participation.
San Antonio
The “No Kings” demonstration took place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. The event drew participants to Travis Park for a rally and a march through downtown San Antonio, and organizers estimated the crowd size to be around 10,000 participants based on online RSVPs.
What happened
The San Antonio demonstration was part of a national series of rallies protesting against the Trump administration’s policies. The organizing group for the San Antonio rally is called 50501 San Antonio. The protest gathered at Travis Park and featured a march through downtown San Antonio. Attendees carried signs with slogans such as “Families belong together,” “Trump’s lies matter,” and “All power to the people.”
Participants, speakers and actions
Speakers at the event included U.S. Representatives Joaquin Castro and Greg Casar, who encouraged active civic participation, particularly with upcoming elections. One speaker led the crowd in chants such as “We won’t retreat, take the military off our streets!” and “Hey hey, ho ho, Donald Trump has got to go.” The movement emphasizes nonviolent action and prohibits weapons at its rallies.
Safety, law enforcement and government response
San Antonio police assured the public that they would maintain a police presence to protect the rights of individuals and groups to conduct peaceful protests. Reporters found the atmosphere predominantly peaceful, despite a brief encounter with pro-Trump counter-protesters. Texas Governor Greg Abbott deployed Texas National Guard troops to San Antonio for the June protest and again for the October rally in Austin.
Local impacts and related incidents
Local officials reported instances of graffiti linked to the protests on the North Side of San Antonio, provoking public comments from local politicians against vandalism. Attendees expressed a range of personal motivations for attending, including concerns over immigration policies and education funding.
Context and nationwide scope
The first “No Kings” protest in San Antonio occurred in June 2025, coinciding with heightened immigration enforcement by ICE. The June event, arranged on Flag Day, was described by national organizers as the largest single-day mobilization since President Trump returned to office. More than 2,500 individual “No Kings” events were registered nationally, with participation in all U.S. states and territories.
Related national context
The protest occurs amid an ongoing government shutdown affecting federal workers. The San Antonio demonstration was one of thousands held nationwide as part of the “No Kings” movement, which critiques Trump’s leadership style as autocratic. Organizers said the movement seeks to keep actions nonviolent and organized around civic participation and electoral engagement.
Summary of key facts
- The “No Kings” demonstration took place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.
- The organizing group for the San Antonio rally is called 50501 San Antonio.
- Organizers estimated the crowd size to be around 10,000 participants based on online RSVPs.
- The protest gathered at Travis Park and featured a march through downtown San Antonio.
- More than 2,500 individual “No Kings” events were registered nationally, with participation in all U.S. states and territories.
- The movement emphasizes nonviolent action and prohibits weapons at its rallies.
- San Antonio police assured the public that they would maintain a police presence to protect the rights of individuals and groups to conduct peaceful protests.
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott deployed Texas National Guard troops to San Antonio for the June protest and again for the October rally in Austin.
- Speakers at the event included U.S. Representatives Joaquin Castro and Greg Casar, who encouraged active civic participation, particularly with upcoming elections.
Key features
| Feature | Detail | Scope |
|---|---|---|
| Event date and location | The “No Kings” demonstration took place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. | City-level |
| Organizing group | The organizing group for the San Antonio rally is called 50501 San Antonio. | City-level |
| Estimated attendance | Organizers estimated the crowd size to be around 10,000 participants based on online RSVPs. | City-level |
| Gathering point | The protest gathered at Travis Park and featured a march through downtown San Antonio. | City-level |
| National reach | More than 2,500 individual “No Kings” events were registered nationally, with participation in all U.S. states and territories. | Nationwide |
| Law enforcement | San Antonio police assured the public that they would maintain a police presence to protect the rights of individuals and groups to conduct peaceful protests. | City-level |
| State response | Texas Governor Greg Abbott deployed Texas National Guard troops to San Antonio for the June protest and again for the October rally in Austin. | State-level |
Timeline
| Date | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| June 14, 2025 (Flag Day) | The first “No Kings” protest in San Antonio occurred in June 2025, coinciding with heightened immigration enforcement by ICE. | Described by national organizers as the largest single-day mobilization since President Trump returned to office |
| June 2025 | Texas Governor Greg Abbott deployed Texas National Guard troops to San Antonio for the June protest | State-level deployment reported |
| Saturday, October 18, 2025 | The “No Kings” demonstration took place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas. The protest gathered at Travis Park and featured a march through downtown San Antonio. | Event day reporting; organizers estimated the crowd size to be around 10,000 participants based on online RSVPs |
| October 2025 | Texas Governor Greg Abbott deployed Texas National Guard troops again for the October rally in Austin | State-level deployment reported |
Statistics and visual summary
Basic visual comparison (bars scaled for illustration only):
Organizers estimated crowd size: 10,000
More than 2,500 individual “No Kings” events were registered nationally
FAQ
When did the “No Kings” demonstration take place?
The “No Kings” demonstration took place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in San Antonio, Texas.
Who organized the San Antonio rally?
The organizing group for the San Antonio rally is called 50501 San Antonio.
How large was the crowd in San Antonio?
Organizers estimated the crowd size to be around 10,000 participants based on online RSVPs.
Where did the protest gather and what did it include?
The protest gathered at Travis Park and featured a march through downtown San Antonio.
Were there related events nationwide?
More than 2,500 individual “No Kings” events were registered nationally, with participation in all U.S. states and territories.
Were weapons allowed at the rallies?
The movement emphasizes nonviolent action and prohibits weapons at its rallies.
What did law enforcement say about the protest?
San Antonio police assured the public that they would maintain a police presence to protect the rights of individuals and groups to conduct peaceful protests.
Did state officials deploy troops?
Texas Governor Greg Abbott deployed Texas National Guard troops to San Antonio for the June protest and again for the October rally in Austin.
Who spoke at the San Antonio event?
Speakers at the event included U.S. Representatives Joaquin Castro and Greg Casar, who encouraged active civic participation, particularly with upcoming elections.
What was the local history of the movement in San Antonio?
The first “No Kings” protest in San Antonio occurred in June 2025, coinciding with heightened immigration enforcement by ICE.
How did observers describe the atmosphere?
Reporters found the atmosphere predominantly peaceful, despite a brief encounter with pro-Trump counter-protesters.
Were there any incidents of vandalism?
Local officials reported instances of graffiti linked to the protests on the North Side of San Antonio, provoking public comments from local politicians against vandalism.
Did the protest take place during wider federal activity?
The protest occurs amid an ongoing government shutdown affecting federal workers.
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Additional Resources
- KENS5
- Wikipedia: No Kings protest
- News 4 San Antonio
- Google Search: No Kings protest San Antonio
- KSAT
- Google Scholar: No Kings protest 2025
- San Antonio Current
- Encyclopedia Britannica: No Kings protest
- San Antonio Express-News
- Google News: No Kings protest
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