“No Kings” Massive Human Banner Protest at Ocean Beach (SF)

Submitted by the Event Organizer

Human Banner at Ocean Beach – “NO KINGS” National Day of Action
Ocean Beach (Stairwell #7 at Balboa), San Francisco
Saturday, June 14, 2025 | 10:00–11:00 AM

Join fellow community members for a powerful act of resistance on Ocean Beach as part of the national “NO KINGS” day of action. Participants will gather at Stairwell #7, near Balboa Street and the Great Highway, to form a massive human banner visible from above, spelling out a bold message in the sand.

Organized by local activists Brad and Travis—known for previous beach banner actions—this peaceful, family-friendly demonstration is part of a nationwide mobilization against authoritarianism, political corruption, and attacks on democratic institutions.

✊ What to Expect

• Assemble by 10:00 AM at Stairwell #7 (Great Highway at Balboa)

• Organizers will direct volunteers to specific positions to form the banner

• Aerial photos will be taken to capture the final message from above

• The event concludes by 11:00 AM

How to Get There (via Public Transit)

• 5-Fulton Muni bus to La Playa & Balboa (end of the line), then walk one block west to Ocean Beach

• Or from other parts of SF: Take the 5-Fulton to Arguello Blvd, transfer to the 33-Ashbury/18th toward La Playa, and exit at Balboa

♿ Accessibility

• Portable toilets will be available at the top of Stairwell #7

• Access to the beach involves descending 12 stairs; some participants with mobility challenges have described them as difficult

• There is no beach mat or ramp access directly at Stairwell #7

✅ How to Participate

• RSVP required: Sign up on Mobilize

• Wear sun protection and comfortable shoes

• Bring water and dress in layers (Ocean Beach can be chilly and windy)

About “NO KINGS”

This is part of a nonviolent national demonstration to oppose authoritarian actions by political leaders and to affirm shared democratic values. Learn more about the national movement at NoKings.org.

Note: All participants are expected to engage peacefully and help de-escalate any tensions that may arise.

Learn more about indivisiblesf.org/no-kings-day

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.