POWER BELONGS TO THE PEOPLE.
BUT ONLY IF WE USE IT.
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.
VOLUNTEER
Right now, we need people for everything from set-up and tear-down, to greeting attendees, to keeping everyone safe, to helping kids make crafts in the kids’ zone. There are shifts across the full day, and something for every kind of person.
The sign-up takes just a few steps and you can choose the day-of role and shift that works best for you.
Sign up to volunteer here.
EVENT DETAILS
Traverse Indivisible's No Kings 4: Vote Early is our biggest event yet. An all day civic event with a broad coalition of community organizations, Indivisible groups from across MI-01, and allies coming from as far as Sault Ste. Marie.
This is a big tent, and there's room for everyone.
NO KINGS 4: VOTE EARLY
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2026
TRAVERSE CITY | CIVIC CENTER (HERE)
11AM-4PM | FREE | KID FRIENDLY
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE NATIONWIDE
VOTE EARLY DAY OF ACTION HERE.
SCHEDULE
VOTING
RESOURCES
Voting early gives us the power to make our voices heard on our own terms, before Election Day and before anyone else gets to decide what happens next. But making a plan takes more than intention. It takes information and resources.
Below are some resources to help you know your rights, make your plan, and get help if you need it, before October 17 and beyond.
VOTE EARLY DAY: MAKE YOUR PLAN
COMING SOON A full slate of tools in one place: check your registration, find your polling place, request an absentee ballot, or look up early voting hours where you live.
CHECK YOUR VOTER REGISTRATION
Make sure you’re ready to vote by checking your voter registration and making sure it’s up to date, to help avoid issues when you go to vote early.
VOTERIDERS: CHECK STATE VOTER ID LAWS
Voter ID rules are different in every state. VoteRiders breaks down exactly what you need to bring to the polls where you live, and connects you with free help if you need an ID.
KNOW YOUR VOTING RIGHTS
GUIDE: KNOW YOUR VOTING RIGHTS (ACLU)
GUIDE: IF FEDERAL AGENTS SHOW UP TO POLLS (ACLU)
GUIDE: RESPONDING TO VOTER INTIMIDATION (SPLC)
GET RAPID RESPONSE HELP, ANY TIME.
ELECTION PROTECTION HOTLINE: 866-OUR-VOTE
Run by a coalition of nonpartisan legal organizations led by the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law, the Election Protection Hotline connects you with real people who can answer voting questions and help if something goes wrong, before and on Election Day.
CHOCOLATE COIN
CHALLENGE
Simple premise, harder than it looks. Pull on a pair of gardening gloves, unwrap a chocolate gold coin as fast as you can, and try not to lose your mind while everyone cheers you on.
Come find out if you've got what it takes. Sign up here! (Space is limited.)
HOW IT WORKS
Free to compete. Multiple age brackets. Win prizes!
1. Sign-up to compete
Age brackets are as follows: 5-10yrs | 11-15yrs | 16-21yrs | 22-45yrs | 46 & up
CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
2. Show up before your competition
Contestants will be called up on stage to compete as a group. Please make sure to show up before you allotted time slot.
Schedule:
11:30 am • 16 - 21 yrs
12:30 pm • 46 & up
1:20 pm • 11 - 15 yrs
2:30 pm • 5 - 10 yrs
3:05 pm • 22 - 45 yrs
* These times are approximate and subject to change. We will inform you of any schedule changes. Please be at the event at least 15-minutes before your scheduled time.
3. Unwrap your coin the fastest
Gloves must stay on your hands, and you can’t use your teeth, but the rest is up to you.
WAGON PARADE
FLOAT CONTEST
Got a wagon and a wild imagination?
The No Kings 4 Float Parade is our favorite kind of community art project: free, family-friendly, and open to anyone who wants to get creative. Build your "Spooky Election" themed float on a pull wagon, bring it to the event, and join the parade. Prizes awarded to the top three designs. Start recruiting your crew now.
RULES
- All ages. Free. Any size team.
- Theme “Spooky Election”
- Must be on a pull wagon
- Must be present to win
HOW TO ENTER (free)
1. Assemble your team
2. Build your float
3. Bring it to No Kings 4 between 11am-2pm
4. Drop it off & register your team before 2pm
5. March your float in the parade at 2pm
6. Winners will be announced after the parade
DONATIONS
TO SUPPORT JUBILEE OUTREACH
We're teaming up to support Grace Episcopal Church by collecting food and clothing donations for their Food Pantry and Jubilee House, who do the work of supporting our neighbors facing food insecurity and housing instability right here in Traverse City.
Bring what you can. Every item makes a difference.
DROP OFF LOCATION
Bring items loose or in paper bags or cardboard boxes, and please make sure clothing is new or gently used, since quality matters enormously to the people who will be wearing it.
WINTER ITEMS
Heavy-duty waterproof winter coats: Preferably with hoods. Men's size L, XL, XXL, XXXL.
Heavy-duty waterproof winter boots: Men's size 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, (and a couple 14s and 15s).
Heavy-duty waterproof snow pants: ALL SIZES AND GENDERS NEEDED.
Thermal pants and tops: Men's size L, XL, XXL, XXXL.
Gloves: Especially for big hands.
Backpacks: Tough and sturdy
Blankets: warm but compact and easily portable, clean, with no holes.
Heavy-duty sleeping bags, heavy-duty new tarps (8'x10'), and long-lasting hand warmers: Thanks to the anti-camping ordinances, these are the only items Jubilee can reasonably give to individuals who are unable to get into shelter. There are usually ~30 people in Traverse City experiencing unsheltered homelessness at any given time. We hope that these items will help to keep them alive until morning.
Underwear and socks: ALL SIZES AND GENDERS NEEDED. New only, please! Our men prefer boxers or boxer-briefs.
FOOD ITEMS
Cereal • Canned Protiens (pull tab is best) • Canned tomatoes or beans • Condiments • Dehydrated Milk • Pre-cooked, shelf stable meals (like rice) • Single serving snacks • Rice
All non-perishable food donations accepted.
PARTICIPATING
ORGANIZATIONS
ABDUL EL-SAYED CAMPAIGN • BETSY COFFIA • CALLIE BARR • CENTRAL OUTREACH • CHUBBY UNICORN • DEMOCRATIC SOCIALISTS OF AMERICA • EUP SOLIDARITY • GRAND TRAVERSE DEMS • GRAND TRAVERSE HUMANISTS • HIGHER GROUNDS • HOPE FOR NEIGHBORS • IMMIGRANT ACTION COALITION • JOHN RICHARD PAUL • KATE GALLUP • LEELANAU INDIVISIBLE • MIDEAST JUST PEACE • MITCHELL DISTIN • MMOP UP • NOMI JUSTICE SINGERS • PETIT PARIS • RANK MI VOTE • UUCGT • VETERANS FOR PEACE • WATER BEARER * WE THE PEOPLE ACTION FUND • WE THE PEOPLE IN TRUTH
Every organization, artist, and vendor on this list shares one thing in common: a belief that our community is stronger when we all participate. Inclusion here does not constitute an endorsement of any candidate, party, or campaign by Traverse Indivisible or any participating organization.
ACCESSIBILITY
We want everyone to feel welcome at No Kings 4: Vote Early, and we want to be honest with you about what the space looks like so you can plan accordingly. If you have questions or specific needs not covered here, please reach out to us at comms@traverseindivisible.org and we'll do our best to help.
Accessibility Document Download
A plain text version of this website is available for download for use with screen readers and other assistive technology. Click here to download.
The Venue
The event takes place almost entirely on the grass athletic field at the Grand Traverse Civic Center; an open, flat outdoor space. There are no stairs or ramps. Public restrooms are available adjacent to the event site and playground, which are brand new and ADA compliant. As with any large outdoor event, you can expect a lot going on: crowd noise, live music, and the general energy of thousands of people in one place. If you or someone in your party has sensory sensitivities, please factor that into your planning.
Drop-Off & Accessible Seating
We will have a designated accessibility drop-off point adjacent to the sidewalk near the event entrance. Ushers will be on hand to meet you there and accompany you to our reserved accessibility seating area, which is on the grass approximately 20 feet from the front of the stage. Please note: the path from drop-off to the seating area is mostly on grass. There are no dedicated seats in this area, so if you'd like to sit, please bring a folding chair, blanket, or whatever works best for you.
A map showing the approximate drop-off location is included below.
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Parking
The Grand Traverse Civic Center has a very limited number of designated accessible parking spaces, and they are not immediately adjacent to the event grounds. We strongly encourage carpooling or drop-off if possible. If you have specific concerns about parking and mobility, please contact us in advance at comms@traverseindivisible.org.
ASL Interpretation
We are actively seeking ASL interpreter volunteers for this event. If you know someone who might be able to help, please have them reach out to us at comms@traverseindivisible.org. We will update this page if interpretation services are confirmed.
Service Animals
Service animals are welcome. All animals must be kept on a leash, and please clean up after them.
Accessibility Document Download
A plain text version of this website is available for download for use with screen readers and other assistive technology.
DOWNLOAD HERE
EVENT MAP
EVENT AREA
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CIVIC CENTER
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PARKING
On-site and street parking around the Civic Center is limited.
When possible, we encourage you to walk, bike the TART Trail (www.traversetrails.org), or take BATA public transit. Two BATA routes serve the area: Route 31 East Traverse Flex drops off directly at the Civic Center, and Route 05A LaFranier to NMC has multiple drops adjacent.
Check schedules and plan your trip at www.bata.net. Otherwise, consider arriving early to get ahead of the crowd!
PEACE &
SAFETY
SAFETY
Safety isn't just a plan, it's how we show up for one another.
Peace is our top priority.
No Kings 4: Vote Early is a permitted event, and we've been working closely with the Traverse City Police Department and local authorities to ensure a safe, legal, and well-organized event.
We are committed to nonviolent action and peaceful resistance. We expect all participants to seek de-escalation with anyone who disagrees with our values and to act lawfully throughout the event. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought to this event.
Our Peace and Safety team will be present throughout the march to provide support, answer questions, and help ensure everyone's well-being. If you see something concerning or need assistance, look for volunteers wearing orange high-visibility vests.
Peace and Safety volunteers will be posted around the Event Space as well as Crossing Guards in the Protest space along Front St.
Stay aware of your surroundings, stay hydrated, and don't hesitate to ask for help if you need it.
Know before you go.
When protesting, stay on the sidewalks, out of the roads (except when crossing), and off private property.
When crossing roadways, make sure to obey all traffic laws and the instructions of our Peace & Safety volunteers.
Law enforcement. There will be heightened law enforcement presence around the event. They are there to ensure our safety and that our right to public assembly and free speech is not infringed. Remember, local law enforcement is not ICE or Border Patrol, they are our neighbors and fellow community members.
There will be drones. We have coordinated with several independent volunteers who will be using drones to capture footage for safety, crowd counting, and publicity. They are licensed pilots, and have coordinated with FAA to ensure compliance and safety.
NOTICE OF
FILMING & PHOTOGRAPHY
By attending No Kings 4: Vote Early, you acknowledge and consent to being photographed, filmed, and/or recorded (including by drone) by Traverse Indivisible, volunteers, and media. These images and recordings may be used for promotional, educational, and advocacy purposes on our website, social media, publications, and other public-facing platforms without compensation or further notice. If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please position yourself away from cameras and designated filming areas. Your participation in this public event constitutes acceptance of these terms.
We are coordinating with independent drone operators who will capture aerial footage for safety monitoring, crowd documentation, and advocacy purposes. These pilots are not Traverse Indivisible volunteers but are working in close coordination with us. All drone operators are required to have the necessary permits and FAA approvals, and participant safety remains the top priority.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17
TRAVERSE CITY, MI
RSVP & event details here.