Hundreds Gather for 'No Kings' Protest in Berthoud

Local chapter of Indivisible group organizes national day of demonstrations against Trump administration

Apr. 3, 2026 at 9:36pm

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A dynamic, abstract painting of a crowd of protesters marching with signs, the figures repeated in overlapping, geometric waves of bright colors, conceptually representing the energy and momentum of the nationwide 'No Kings' demonstrations.The vibrant energy of the 'No Kings' protest in Berthoud captures the growing grassroots opposition to the Trump administration nationwide.Berthoud Today

Over 400 protesters gathered in Berthoud, Colorado on Saturday for a 'No Kings' demonstration, part of a nationwide day of 3,300 similar protests organized by the Indivisible group. The peaceful event featured a variety of signs and flags expressing opposition to President Trump and his administration's policies, with organizers emphasizing a 'joyful' and 'fun' atmosphere.

Why it matters

The 'No Kings' protests reflect growing grassroots opposition to the Trump presidency, with local Indivisible chapters mobilizing supporters across the country to voice their concerns. The Berthoud event was one of many such demonstrations taking place simultaneously, highlighting the breadth of anti-Trump sentiment, particularly around issues of racism, militarism, and corruption.

The details

The Berthoud protest began at 11:30 am and lasted 90 minutes, drawing an estimated 410 participants according to the lead organizer, Mark McGee. Volunteers known as 'marshals' helped keep the event peaceful and orderly, with a row of small American flags marking a boundary between protesters and traffic. The signs carried by participants covered a range of anti-Trump messages, from opposition to military action and administration policies to linking the president to figures like Jeffrey Epstein.

  • The 'No Kings' protest in Berthoud began at 11:30 am on Saturday, April 3, 2026.
  • The event lasted for 90 minutes, ending promptly at 1:00 pm.

The players

Mark McGee

The lead organizer of the Berthoud 'No Kings' protest and a member of the local Indivisible chapter.

Kathy Harris

A volunteer 'marshal' at the Berthoud protest, experienced in organizing peaceful demonstrations.

Indivisible

A national grassroots organization that helped coordinate the 'No Kings' protests across the country on this day.

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What they’re saying

“We have several hundred people on our email list.”

— Mark McGee, Berthoud Indivisible organizer

“Let it be fun, you know? Joyful. People have a good time.”

— Kathy Harris, Berthoud protest volunteer

What’s next

Organizers say the Berthoud Indivisible group will continue its voter outreach and protest activities in the coming months, with plans for additional demonstrations against the Trump administration's policies.

The takeaway

The 'No Kings' protest in Berthoud reflects the broader grassroots opposition to the Trump presidency, with local Indivisible chapters mobilizing supporters across the country to voice their concerns about issues ranging from racism and militarism to corruption. Despite the serious nature of the protest, organizers emphasized maintaining a 'joyful' and 'fun' atmosphere to engage the community.