Immigrant Rights Group Plans 8-Day Walk to ICE Facility

The odyssey begins Easter Sunday morning from Pittsburgh to Clearfield County.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 11:00am

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An immigrant rights group is organizing an 8-day walk from Pittsburgh to an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facility in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. The walk is set to begin on Easter Sunday morning and conclude at the ICE facility.

Why it matters

The planned walk is part of ongoing efforts by immigrant advocacy groups to draw attention to ICE detention policies and call for reforms. The route from Pittsburgh to the Clearfield County ICE facility covers over 150 miles, making it a significant physical and symbolic journey.

The details

The immigrant rights group leading the walk has not disclosed the exact number of participants expected, but they have said the walk is open to the public and they hope to attract a large turnout. The group plans to hold rallies and events along the route to engage local communities and raise awareness about immigration issues.

  • The walk will begin on Easter Sunday morning (April 20, 2026).
  • The walk is expected to take 8 days to complete and conclude at the ICE facility in Clearfield County.

The players

Immigrant rights group

A local advocacy organization focused on supporting immigrant communities and calling for reforms to immigration detention policies.

ICE facility in Clearfield County

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention center located in Clearfield County, Pennsylvania.

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What they’re saying

“This walk is about bringing attention to the inhumane conditions in ICE detention centers and demanding that our leaders take action to protect immigrant rights.”

— Spokesperson, Immigrant rights group

What’s next

The immigrant rights group plans to hold a press conference on the steps of the Clearfield County ICE facility upon completing the 8-day walk.

The takeaway

This long-distance walk is a powerful act of protest and solidarity, highlighting the ongoing struggles of immigrant communities and the need for comprehensive immigration reform.