By R.J. Morales | TX3DNews
MCKINNEY, Texas — The Collin County Democratic Party announced it will host three simultaneous “No Kings 2.0” protests on Saturday, Oct. 18, as part of a national day of demonstrations organized by the No Kings movement.
Events are scheduled for 9 a.m. in Frisco, 10 a.m. in Plano, and 12 p.m. in McKinney. Party officials said the gatherings will be peaceful, lawful assemblies emphasizing civic participation and the right to dissent.
According to the announcement, the demonstrations will take place in coordination with other No Kings 2.0 events across the United States. The Collin County Democratic Party described the local events as “patriotic assemblies” aimed at affirming democratic principles and encouraging community engagement.
Background on the “No Kings” Movement
The No Kings campaign began earlier this year as a nationwide initiative promoting democratic values and opposition to authoritarianism. The first large-scale North Texas rally took place on June 14, 2025, at the intersection of Highway 75 and U.S. 380 in McKinney, where an estimated 3,000 people gathered in what became one of the largest protests in Collin County history.
On that sunny Saturday, demonstrators waved American flags and handmade signs reading “No Kings,” “We the People,” and “Democracy Demands Dissent.” Passing motorists honked in support as protesters lined all four corners of the busy intersection. The event remained peaceful from start to finish, with McKinney police maintaining a visible but calm presence. Law enforcement reported no violent incidents and only a few heat-related medical calls.
TX3DNews coverage of that day described a “unified, energized, and unmistakably homegrown” crowd, composed of residents from McKinney, Plano, Frisco, Allen, and neighboring communities. Participants included teenagers, families, and retirees, many attending their first protest. Their focus, organizers said at the time, was to “stand against extremism and defend constitutional values.”
Similar No Kings protests were held that same weekend in Denton, Frisco, and Dallas. Media outlets including The Dallas Morning News and FOX 4 Dallas reported that all events were peaceful, with no arrests recorded.
The upcoming October 18 demonstrations—collectively known as No Kings 2.0—are described as a continuation of that movement, expanding from one-day national actions to locally driven county-level engagement.
Statement from Local Organizers
Collin County Democratic Party Chair Jeremy Sutka said the October 18 protests are intended to maintain public awareness about democratic participation following the summer’s rallies.
“The right to protest is a cornerstone of our democracy, enshrined in the First Amendment and practiced by our founding fathers,” Sutka said in a written statement. “On October 18, across Collin County, we will demonstrate peacefully but powerfully. We urge all participants to be respectful and compliant with all laws, while remaining unwavering in our message: in America, the power resides with the people, not with any would-be king.”
Sutka added that the No Kings movement’s central principle is nonviolence, and volunteers will assist with de-escalation if any tensions arise. The party said the purpose of the event is to affirm civic unity, not division.
Event Details
FRISCO
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: West side of FM 423 between Stonebrook and Main
155 Old Newman Rd, Frisco, TX 75036
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PLANO
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Northeast corner of Preston and Parker Rd, near Wells Fargo Bank
3300 Preston Rd, Plano, TX 75093
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McKINNEY
Time: 12:00 p.m.
Location: Northwest right-of-way on U.S. 380 at U.S. 75
2025 N Central Expy, McKinney, TX 75070
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Farmersville
Time: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Across Farmersville Parkway from the bank, 201 S State Hwy 78, Farmersville, TX 75442
Each site is expected to include brief remarks from local organizers, opportunities for voter registration, and public information about civic engagement.
Focus on Peaceful Assembly
In its public statement, the Collin County Democratic Party reiterated that participants should comply with all local regulations and cooperate with law enforcement. The party said the protests will follow guidelines established by the national No Kings organization, which promotes lawful and nonviolent public demonstration.
Officials said the events will not involve road closures or street marches requiring special permits. Participants are expected to remain in designated public areas and sidewalks. As of this week, police departments in Frisco, Plano, and McKinney had not announced any traffic advisories related to the protests.
Additional Information
The Collin County Democratic Party said the events are open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring water, signs, and weather-appropriate clothing, and to follow directions from event marshals and police officers on site.
Information about the national No Kings movement, including other scheduled protests across the country, can be found at NoKings.org.
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