Your weekly guide to taking action in Arizona (Feb. 27–March 5)

A weekly roundup of Arizona political events, protests, advocacy opportunities, and ways to take action statewide from Friday, Feb. 27, through Thursday, March 5.

Want to get involved this week? You can attend ICE detention protests in Surprise and north Phoenix, join voter registration efforts in Tucson, sign abortion access petitions in Phoenix, and take part in advocacy trainings tied to the 2026 legislative session.

Here’s our weekly round-up of upcoming events and actions:

Saturday (Feb. 28)

Arizona We Deserve Hike
(Phoenix, 7:30-11 a.m.)
LUCHA and ACE will host a community hike at the Ridgeline/Javelina Loop Trailhead focused on environmental protection and community engagement. 

ICE Protest: No ICE Detention in Surprise
(Surprise, 9-10:30 a.m.)
Northwest Valley Indivisible is organizing a protest at Bell Road and North Civic Center Drive in response to a proposed ICE detention facility in Surprise. Organizers emphasize nonviolent participation.

“We the People” Artbeat ICE Out Rally and Food Drive
(Tempe, 9:30-11:30 a.m.)
Tempe Rising Indivisible will gather at Cole Park and the Tempe Pedestrian Bridge for a high-visibility ICE Out rally that includes a food drive.

ICE OUT FOR GOOD: We Stand with Our Neighbors
(North Phoenix, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.)
Anthem Indivisible Arizona will hold a rally on the Carefree Highway overpass near Interstate 17 as part of its ongoing ICE Out series.

Postcards with Purpose: Defend Abortion Access – Phoenix
(Private location, 6 p.m.)
Healthcare Rising Arizona is hosting a postcard-writing event focused on defending the Arizona Abortion Access Act. Registration required for details.

Sunday (March 1)

2026 CEBV Happy Hour (Virtual)
(4-5 p.m.)
Civic Engagement Beyond Voting will host a virtual session providing updates and analysis on current state legislation and local politics. Separate Zoom registration required.

West Valley and North Phoenix CAT Chat (Virtual)
(6-7 p.m.)
Save Our Schools Arizona will host a virtual meeting for public school supporters in the West Valley and north Phoenix.

Monday (March 2)

CD1 Protest at Schweikert’s Office
(Scottsdale, 8-9 a.m.)
Indivisible Arizona continues its weekly protest outside the office of US Rep. David Schweikert, urging engagement on healthcare, education, and other issues.

Voter Registration Drive at Pima Community College West
(Tucson, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.)
Field Team 6 is hosting a voter registration drive at Pima Community College’s West Campus. A brief training will be provided before outreach begins.

Wednesday (March 4)

Sign the Petition at Healthcare Rising Arizona Office
(Phoenix, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., closed 1-2 p.m.)
Healthcare Rising Arizona is collecting signatures and distributing materials in support of abortion access. The office is open Monday through Thursday and closed Fridays.

Arizona Working Families Party Welcome Gathering
(Virtual, 6–7:30 p.m. MST)
The Arizona Working Families Party will host a virtual welcome gathering for supporters to discuss organizing priorities and ways to get involved locally and nationally.Thursday (March 5)

How To With the ACLU of Arizona: Capitol Advocacy
(Phoenix, 6:30-8 p.m.)
The ACLU of Arizona will host a training on advocating at the State Capitol during the 2026 legislative session. No prior experience is required.

National Call: Defending the 14th and Abolishing ICE
(Virtual, 7–8:30 p.m. EST)
Popular Democracy will host a virtual organizing call focused on immigration enforcement, constitutional protections, and advocacy tied to the 14th Amendment.

Have an event to add? Email our state organizing coordinator at [email protected] with details at least one week before the event date. 

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