Thousands attend several ‘No Kings’ protests across metro Atlanta

Protesters gather at Atlanta Civic Center (WSB-TV)

By WSB Radio News Staff

ATLANTA — Several “No Kings” protests are scheduled throughout parts of Georgia this weekend, including across the metro Atlanta area.

Many demonstrators attended the “No Kings” protest and march at the Georgia State Capitol where thousands of demonstrators are expected to join. There are guest speakers, performers and more expected.

Atlanta police said they are preparing to manage the crowds while supporting citizens’ right to assemble.

In a statement issued Friday, the Atlanta Police Department said it “fully supports the public’s right to peaceful assembly” and confirmed it will actively monitor the planned demonstrations to ensure the safety of participants and local residents."

One of the scheduled protests in Atlanta began at 10 a.m. and centered around the Civic Center. The other protest happened on Peachtree Road and Club Drive in Buckhead.

Police officials urge attendees to follow all safety guidelines and directions from officers on-site.

Here are several protests scheduled in the metro Atlanta area:

Griffin

  • 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
  • 234 E. Taylor Street

Newnan

  • 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Downtown Square
  • 200 W Court Square

Canton

  • 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Waleska Street and Riverstone Parkway

Douglasville

  • 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Arbor Place
  • 6700 Douglas Boulevard

Peachtree City

  • 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • 155 Willowbend Road

Carrollton

  • 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Carroll County Superior Court
  • 311 Newnan Street

Rome

  • 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • 601 Broad Street

Smyrna

  • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Smyrna Public Library
  • 100 Village Green Circle SE

Cleveland

  • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Freedom Park

Athens

  • 11:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • North Campus
  • 6 West Broad Street

Cartersville

  • 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.
  • East Main Street & U.S. 41

Fayetteville

  • 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m.
  • Old Fayette County Courthouse
  • 200 Courthouse Square

Tucker

  • 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Northlake Festival Shopping Center
  • Lavista Road

Suwanee

  • 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • McDonald’s
  • 3650 Peachtree Parkway

Woodstock

  • 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
  • Arnold Mill Road & Main Street

Marietta

  • 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Roswell Road and Johnson Ferry Road

Gainesville

  • 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Private Address

Decatur

  • 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Tom Jury
  • 1800 Clairmont Lake

Gwinnett County

  • 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Suwanee Town Green
  • 330 Town Center Avenue