Events
Upcoming & Ongoing Events
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)
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)
Past Events
Know Your Rights Training
You are cordially invited to a “Know Your Rights” event hosted by ACLU Virginia, featuring special guest Congressman Don Beyer.
With the increased immigration enforcement activity in Northern Virginia, this training event is to learn best practices. Regardless of your immigration status, you have guaranteed rights under the Constitution. Make sure you and your friends know your rights, how to exercise them, and how to prepare in case you or someone you know is detained.
WHAT: Know Your Rights Training
WHEN: Thursday, September 18th at 6:30 PM ET
WHERE: On Zoom - RSVP HERE for the link!
When we know our rights, we can defend them for ourselves and our neighbors. Let's get ready. RSVP NOW to register.
Questions must be submitted in advance. Please do so through the registration link.
Español
Le invitamos a un evento de instrucción para que “Conozca Sus Derechos.” El evento está siendo organizado por la ACLU Virginia, con la participación del congresista Don Beyer.
Con el aumento de operativos migratorios en el norte de Virginia, esta instrucción le ayudará a aprender las mejores prácticas. Independientemente de su estatus migratorio, tiene derechos garantizados por la Constitución. Asegúrese de que usted y sus amigos conozcan sus derechos, cómo ejercerlos y cómo prepararse en caso de que usted o alguien que conoce sea detenido.
QUÉ: Instrucción Para Que Conozca Sus Derechos
CUÁNDO: Jueves, 18 de septiembre a las 6:30PM
DÓNDE: Por Zoom - ¡Confirme su asistencia AQUÍ para recibir el enlace!
Cuando conocemos nuestros derechos, podemos defenderlos nosotros mismos y a nuestros vecinos. ¡Prepárense! Confirme su asistencia AHORA.
Las preguntas deben enviarse por adelantado. Por favor hágalo a través del enlace de registro.
Sep 18, 2025 | 6:30 PM
VRF Power Hour - September
Join Virginians for Reproductive Freedom Power Hour: monthly webinars where VRF will share reproductive updates, explore important topics with key speakers, and offer mini trainings to help you enhance your organizing skills. Learn more: va4reprofreedom.org
Sep 04, 2025 | 6:30 PM
CLAPback Team Strategy Session - Richmond/Henrico
Join our newly created CLAP (Community Led Action for the People) Back team for folks in the Richmond and Henrico area. Submit a volunteer form and let us know the CLAPback teams motivated you to volunteer. Our organizers will be in touch!
Aug 23, 2025 | 10:30 AM
CLAPback Team Strategy Session - Newport News/Hampton
Join our newly created CLAP (Community Led Action for the People) Back team for folks in the Hampton Roads and Newport News area. Submit a volunteer form and let us know the CLAPback teams motivated you to volunteer. Our organizers will be in touch!
Aug 21, 2025 | 6:30 PM
Send A Love Letter to Trans + Nonbinary Virginians
If you're an ally who cares: Join ACLU of Virginia and Calos Coalition in community to send a message of love and solidarity to trans and nonbinary Virginians, especially the young people who are going back to school next month.
Won't be able to make it? Send a message digitally here.
Aug 16, 2025 | 2:30 PM
VRF Power Hour - August
Join Virginians for Reproductive Freedom Power Hour: monthly webinars where VRF will share reproductive updates, explore important topics with key speakers, and offer mini trainings to help you enhance your organizing skills.
Learn more: va4reprofreedom.org
Aug 14, 2025 | 6:30 PM
CLAPback Team Strategy Session - VA Beach
Join our newly created CLAP (Community Led Action for the People) Back team for folks in the Virginia Beach area. Submit a volunteer form and let us know the CLAPback teams motivated you to volunteer. Our organizers will be in touch!
Aug 07, 2025 | 6:30 PM
Defending Democracy Then and Now: 60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act
This year marks a monumental milestone in American history—the 60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Join us for a dynamic virtual webinar that honors the courageous activists, landmark legislation, and enduring legacy that continue to shape our democracy. As we reflect on the progress made and confront the challenges ahead, this celebration is not just about history—it's about the power of civic engagement and the future of voting rights.
Aug 06, 2025 | 6:30 PM
Update on Passports (and Other Legal IDs) for Trans Virginians
Join the Virginia LGBTQ+ Bar Association for a virtual info session on recent changes for transgender, non-binary, and gender non-conforming Virginians seeking to obtain or update U.S. Passports and other identity documents.
We will begin with a legal update from board members Wyatt Rolla, Esq. with ACLU of Virginia and Alexandra Lydon, Esq. with Legal Services of Northern Virginia, followed by plenty of time for Q&A with attendees.
Jul 31, 2025 | 6:00 PM
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