50 protests.
50 states.
1 movement.
Next Event:
May Day Strong
5pm - 7pm
Monroe Park then march to
Capitol Sq, Richmond VA
Join us and our partners to protect:
Medicaid • Medicare • Social Security • Our Wallets • Our Jobs • Schools • Our Bodies • Democracy • Personal Data • Worker’s Rights • Public Land • Diversity Equity and Inclusion • Veteran Services Cancer Research • NATO • Immigrants Rights • Consumer Protections Clean Energy • Libraries • Free Speech • Trans Healthcare • Clean Air • Palestine • Ukraine • Freedom for All
Join us at Monroe Park at 5pm (or before!) to hear speakers and meet other local organizations supporting Richmond. At 6pm we will march to the Capitol along Franklin Street. Please bring water and snacks! If mobility is an issue, you can drive behind our team’s cars at the end of the protest line, honking and making noise along the way to participate in the march.
what we want
our demands
We stand firm in our demand to remove Trump from office, rejecting the corruption and authoritarianism threatening our democracy.
The people of Virginia refuse to be ruled by oligarchs who prioritize wealth and power over the rights of everyday citizens—we will resist and reclaim our government.
To ensure a future where democracy belongs to the people, we must reverse Citizens United, ending the influence of dark money in politics and restoring the voice of the voters.
Our Origins
On February 5th & 17th, 50501 Virginia raised our voices
The first #50501 protests were a decentralized rapid response to the anti-democratic and illegal actions of the Trump administration and its plutocratic allies. The idea—50 protests in 50 states on 1 day—was born on r/50501 and spread rapidly on social media.
In just days, grassroots organizers—without any budget, centralized structure, or official backing—pulled off over 80 peaceful protests in all 50 states. Twelve days later, tens of thousands of Americans declared “No Kings Day” and protested once more.
The protests were covered by every major media outlet, showing the world that the American working class will not sit idly by as plutocrats rip apart their democratic institutions and civil liberties while undermining the rule of law.
Partners, press, and more
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I learn about upcoming events?
You can either follow our events on this page, or follow us on social media @50501virginia.
How can I volunteer to help?
Click the Join Us button/link in the top menu, or pick your path here:
If you do not have a lot of time availability or only want to help during events, click here.
If you have skills like graphic design, copywriting, event planning, and other skills that you’d like to lend us behind the scenes, click here.
Can we get a better sound system at the Capitol?
Unfortunately no we cannot. Our permit only allows for the podium provided by the Capitol and we unfortunately cannot bring our own sound there. For any events outside of the Capitol grounds, there is a louder sound setup.
We live stream speakers on Tiktok each event, if you cannot hear what is being said feel free to tune in there as well.
Does 50501 Virginia support Palestine?
50501 Virginia stands in solidarity with Palestine and the Palestinian people.
We believe in and fully endorse self-determination for all Palestinians, as well as the ability, established through both International law and the inalienable right of all people, to seek a present and a future that is free from violence, abuse, persecution, and dehumanization.
We denounce the Israeli government’s indiscriminate bombardment, flagrant war crimes, and other illegal and abhorrent acts carried out against the people of Gaza, and we reject in totality any and all attempts by this Administration to illegally remove Palestinians from their rightful homes.
Finally, we cannot ignore the violations taking place on our own shores. Specifically, 50501 Virginia demands that no student or educator should be targeted, disappeared, jailed, or deported for their advocacy on behalf of the Palestinian people or any other constitutionally protected speech.
50501 Virginia serves as part of a larger, grassroots movement to oppose the current regime. Intrinsically linked within that mission is a fundamental belief in and support for all exploited and marginalized communities.
We cannot move forward unless we stand together.
What is 50501's COVID-19 policy?.
These events involve large numbers of people. It is recommended to practice social distancing (standing at least 6 feet apart) to the best of your ability. In situations where you are unable to distance such as during a march, please wear a mask if you can (ideally N95 or KN95). Although we can’t directly control the choices individuals make, we strongly encourage these practices to keep yourself and others in good health. Masks are also encouraged to protect personal privacy.
Do you accept non-profit partnerships/collaborations?
If our values and principles align, we’d love to collaborate! Reach out to us at [email protected] to begin the conversation.
I'm an event organizer, can my event partner with 50501 Virginia?
If our values and principles align, we’d love to collaborate! Reach out to us at [email protected] to begin the conversation.
Do you endorse specific candidates?
50501 Virginia is part of a nationwide nonpartisan, grassroots, intentionally-decentralized movement of millions of Americans to peacefully oppose the current Administration. As such, while we work alongside elected officials and welcome their attendance, involvement, and amplification of our events, we do not endorse specific candidates or allow our logo to be used by candidates to imply an endorsement. The Trump regime’s attacks on our democracy, our Constitution, and our people extend beyond party affiliation, and we stay true to our movement when we invite all voices to join the nationwide chorus denouncing this existential threat to the republic.
Can political candidates use the 50501VA logo?
We do not officially support political candidates, so they cannot use the 50501 Virginia logo.