THE VILLAGES, FL (352today.com) – Intersections and roundabouts throughout The Villages have become more well-known for occasional rallies and protests in recent years.

Local organizations The Villages Democratic Club, Sumter County Democratic Party and Central Tri-County Florida Indivisible are joining forces under the nationally known “No Kings” protest movement’s moniker to stage four simultaneous rallies on the morning of On Saturday, October 17, 2026. The rallies are intended to remind the public of the power of the vote, and encourage people to vote early.

All four rallies will run from 10-11:30 a.m.

The rally locations:

  • Morse Boulevard and CR 466
  • The Spanish Springs entrance on U.S. HWY 441
  • Everglades Recreation Center (5497 Marsh Bend Trail)
  • Colony Cottage Sports Pool & Recreation Center (510 Colony Blvd.)

The most recent high-profile political event in The Villages was an appearance by current Republican gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds in early September.