Events

Upcoming & Ongoing Events


Event | In-Person
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No Kings: Vote Early Gathering

On October 17, join Third Act DMV for a VOTE EARLY rally at the Watergate Steps near the Lincoln Memorial and then march with us across Memorial Bridge to Memorial Circle. You may choose to end the march there and hop on the metro, or join some of us to return to the Watergate Steps (for a song or two). The rally will feature several speakers and opportunities to check your voter registration status, confirm your polling location, and learn about DC’s animal welfare Initiative, Maryland’s redistricting referendum, and Virginia’s three Constitutional Amendments on this year’s ballots. Our No Kings: Vote Early to stop the Arch march will take us to the site of the proposed Vanity Triumphal Arch, where our presence will demonstrate our resistance to government overreach and our support for democracy. Across all issues, the message will be to vote early, vote in person if possible and turn out in numbers “too big to rig.” With music, chants, a drum brigade, puppets, and all of you, we plan to make some noise as we get out the early vote and help turn the tide for our country. Third Act DMV is a volunteer-run regional group within the national Third Act network, bringing together activists from Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. The group focuses on democracy protection, climate action, and federal-level issues.
Oct 17, 2026 | 10:00 AM (ET)
Event | In-Person
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No Kings Day

For over a year, millions of people have come together to send a clear message: in America, we have no kings. Power does not belong to billionaires, strongmen, or politicians who believe they are above accountability. Power belongs to the people, but only if we use it. Learn more at www.nokings.org.
Oct 17, 2026 | 12:00 PM (ET)
Event | In-Person
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Free the People. Free the Vote.

Please join the ACLU of Virginia and partners for a special screening of Ava Duvernay's powerful documentary "13th" in Virginia Beach on October 18th at 5pm. RSVP below for more details. We hope to see you there!
Oct 18, 2026 | 5:00 PM (ET)

Past Events


Event | Virtual
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CLAPBack February Meeting - Hampton Roads

Are you looking for a way to stand up for civil liberties in Virginia? Build people power with our CLAPBack team. Join our CLAPPback team for folks in the Hampton Roads area. New to the team? Submit a volunteer form! Afterwards, RSVP at the button below.
Feb 25, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Event | In-Person
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ACLU-VA's Lobby Day

Join ACLU of Virginia for their first-ever lobby day on February 9th! We'll walk to Virginia's general assembly building together to talk directly to our legislators on how we can create a better Commonwealth.
Feb 09, 2026 | 8:00 AM
Event | In-Person
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Thank Lawmakers in Hampton Roads

This legislative session, Virginia lawmakers put all 3 constitutional amendments to protect our reproductive freedom, voting rights, and marriage equality on the ballot for Virginians to vote on in November. Join us for an evening of crafting and community building to thank them!
Feb 05, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Event | In-Person
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Equality Virginia's LGBTQ+ Lobby Day

Join Equality Virginia and LGBTQ+ advocates from across the Commonwealth for LGBTQ+ Lobby Day 2026 at the Virginia General Assembly! This is a powerful opportunity to make your voice heard, build community, and directly advocate for policies that protect and advance LGBTQ+ equality in Virginia. Whether you're a seasoned advocate or attending Lobby Day for the first time, we'll make sure you're prepared and supported every step of the way.
Feb 02, 2026 | 8:00 AM
Event | Virtual
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ACLU-VA Lobby Day Training

Join our newly created CLAP (Community Led Action for the People) Back team for folks statewide. This virtual meeting, our organizers will help prepare and train you for ACLU-VA's Lobby Day on Feb 9. You'll learn how to advocate for all Virginians when talking to Virginia lawmakers.
Jan 29, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Event | In-Person
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Thank Lawmakers in Richmond

This legislative session, Virginia lawmakers put all 3 constitutional amendments to protect our reproductive freedom, voting rights, and marriage equality on the ballot for Virginians to vote on in November. Join us for an evening of crafting and community building to thank them!
Jan 22, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Event | In-Person
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Second Look Lobby Day

Presented by: Sistas In Prison Reform, The Humanization Project, Families Against Mandatory Minimums (FAMM) & Nolef Turns Inc. We will rally for our cause, distribute materials and split into groups that will meet with various legislators to discuss our priority criminal legal system bills.
Jan 22, 2026 | 8:00 AM
Event | In-Person
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Norfolk Zine Fest

Join us at Norfolk Zine Fest! Come connect with us and grab a free copy of our trans joy zine.
Nov 22, 2025 | 1:00 PM
Event | In-Person
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CLAPBack November Meeting - Richmond

Join our CLAPPback team for folks in the Richmond and Henrico area. New to the team? Submit a volunteer form! Afterwards, RSVP at the button below.
Nov 15, 2025 | 10:30 AM