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Austin Businesses Join National ICE Protest with Friday Closures
Local shops, cafes, and organizations in Austin are shutting down to take part in nationwide demonstrations against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
Jan. 29, 2026 at 3:39pm
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On Friday, January 30th, a coalition of businesses, labor groups, and advocacy organizations in Austin will join a nationwide day of action calling for a shutdown of schools, workplaces, and retail outlets to protest the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The protest is in response to recent killings of civilians during encounters with federal agents, with supporters saying the individuals were exercising their First Amendment rights. Over 250 events in 46 states and more than 1,000 organizations have signed on to the nationwide action, including several Austin-based groups and local businesses.
Why it matters
The nationwide protest against ICE is part of a growing wave of actions happening this weekend, as organizers seek to send a clear message opposing what they describe as the ongoing violence and discriminatory enforcement actions by ICE in local communities across the country.
The details
Participating Austin businesses include Show and Tell, Potluck Vintage, Bike a Lot, Prototype, Revival, Muse Coffee Truck, Golden Mean, Retrofit, Charm School, Uncommon Objects, Blue Velvet and Uptown Modern. Local organizers have also planned a rally at the Texas State Capitol, a walkout at ACC Highland, and a demonstration outside the Hyatt Regency Austin on Friday. On Saturday, a 'Stop ICE Rally' is scheduled to feature elected officials, clergy, and community leaders.
- On Friday, January 30th, the nationwide day of action will take place.
- At 12:30 p.m. on Friday, a walkout is planned at ACC Highland.
- At 5:30 p.m. on Friday, a rally is planned at the Texas State Capitol.
- At 6:30 p.m. on Friday, a demonstration is planned outside the Hyatt Regency Austin.
- On Saturday, January 31st at 3 p.m., a 'Stop ICE Rally' is scheduled.
The players
Austin for Palestine Coalition
A local advocacy group in Austin participating in the nationwide protest against ICE.
Austin Young Active Labor Leaders
A local labor group in Austin participating in the nationwide protest against ICE.
PODER Austin
A local advocacy organization in Austin participating in the nationwide protest against ICE.
Katie McClure
The owner of Show and Tell and Potluck Vintage, two Austin businesses joining the protest.
Flitch Coffee
An Austin coffee shop that plans to close on Friday in solidarity with the nationwide protests against ICE.
What’s next
On Saturday, January 31st at 3 p.m., a 'Stop ICE Rally' is scheduled to feature elected officials, clergy, and community leaders.
The takeaway
The nationwide protest against ICE operations, with participation from over 250 events in 46 states and more than 1,000 organizations, demonstrates the growing opposition to the agency's actions and the determination of local communities to take a stand against what they see as discriminatory and violent enforcement practices.
