Expect large crowds to take over Maryland parks, sidewalks, highway overpasses and city centers on Saturday as people rally against President Donald Trump’s administration nationwide for a third “No Kings” day.

The day of protests begins Saturday morning across the state, with organizers expecting thousands to show up to rallies, marches and related events. Protesters and organizers said they are focused on combating the federal government’s immigration enforcement, promoting democracy and showing disapproval for the war in Iran, along with local issues each group is uniquely concerned about.

Protesters first rallied for a “No Kings” day in June and then again in October.

This weekend, hundreds more events have popped up around the country, including a few more in the Baltimore area and beyond. Organizers expect about 3,000 rallies across states.

White House spokesperson Abigail Jackson dismissed the upcoming protests, saying in an email to The Banner, “The only people who care about these Trump Derangement Therapy Sessions are the reporters who are paid to cover them.”

In its response, the administration also characterized the demonstrations as being backed by left-leaning advocacy organizations and major progressive donors.

What’s different this time?

Andy Solages with Indivisible Maryland, a national network of activists, said organizers are encouraging attendees to connect with community groups at the events.

“‘No Kings 3’ is an invitation to get involved with an organization,” Solages said. “That’s where the less visible, more meaningful work takes place.”

They hope attendees will “participate in the work of building something better” even after Saturday.

Solages said the previous two protests in his hometown, Frederick, brought in people who now help with what he called legislative action work. There is also a new slogan: “No Kings, No Camps,” in reference to the warehouse in Hagerstown that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement is looking to retrofit into an immigration detention center.

Along with their outrage over the widespread immigration crackdown, many are protesting the war in Iran and rising costs in the United States.

Marianne Amoss, a volunteer for the Indivisible-led sign-waving rally in Baltimore County on York Road, said Saturday is all about protecting “democratic values.”

“I know that a lot of my neighbors will be there,” said Amoss, a mother of two from Towson who couldn’t attend the last march. She said the group expects 1,500 to 3,000 people to show up, making it one of the largest protests in Baltimore County on Saturday.

“I really think that the emphasis on the community building comes out to me,” Amoss said.

Sen. Chris Van Hollen is no stranger to “No Kings” protests and speaking out against Trump’s policies on immigration, his military action in the Middle East and the subsequent price spikes. Van Hollen will deliver speeches at events in Laurel, Catonsville, Baltimore and Aberdeen.

The first “No Kings” day in June came shortly after cuts to USAID and the federal workforce reductions. Much of the conversation then was centered on protecting democracy and preserving civil rights, which remains a central issue for those protesting.

Hours before the June protests, Minnesota state lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband were assassinated and another Minnesota lawmaker was attacked. Thousands of protesters in Baltimore and Annapolis took a moment of silence in response.

October’s protests happened soon after the National Guard had been deployed to D.C. At the time, Trump threatened to deploy troops to more cities, including Baltimore, angering protesters. Immigration enforcement also became a central topic at demonstrations in the fall.

Hundreds of people intertwined their ralllies with their participation in the Baltimore Running Festival and Annapolis Pride Parade, showing up in costume and waving signs along each route.

Police prepare for protests, as should motorists

Protests could cause traffic disruptions.

Whether drivers are slowing to honk and read signs or marches pour into the street, expect slowdowns throughout the day. In Baltimore, the Orioles’ game may bring additional backups.

Police departments in Baltimore and Baltimore and Howard counties said they plan to have increased presence. Police said they will mostly help direct traffic and ensure demonstrations remain peaceful.

”No Kings” promotes “nonviolent action,” and previous protests have been peaceful.

Wondering where there are more likely to be traffic disruptions? Here’s when and where some of those larger demonstrations will take place.

Baltimore

• Rally and march at the Baltimore War Memorial, 101 N. Gay St., at 10:30 a.m.
• Rally at the George H. Fallon Federal Building, 31 Hopkins Plaza, at 1 p.m. (protesters from the 10:30 a.m. rally will march to this location)
• Dance party at Baltimore Penn Station, 1500 N. Charles St., at 6:30 p.m.

Baltimore County

• Rally at the intersection of Baltimore National Pike and Rolling Road in Catonsville at 10 a.m.
• Rally at the Hunt Valley Towne Centre, 118 Shawan Road in Cockeysville, at 11 a.m.
• Rally at the Journey of Faith Church in Milford Mill, 7902 Liberty Road, at 11 a.m.
• Sign-waving rally along York Road in Towson. It will start at Gittings Avenue and York Road intersection, then head toward Cross Campus Drive and the Towson Circle. Starts at noon.
• Rally at the corner of Franklin Boulevard and Reisterstown Road in Reisterstown at 1 p.m.

Anne Arundel County

• Rally at Anne Arundel County Public Schools main office, 2644 Riva Road, at 11 a.m.
• Rally at Glen Burnie Town Center, 7480 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., at 2 p.m.

Howard County

• Rally at The Chrysalis, followed by a march to a sign waving at Broken Land Parkway and Little Patuxent Parkway in Columbia, at 1 p.m.

Montgomery County

• Rally and potluck from the Colesville Road and Route 29 Beltway overpass south toward downtown Silver Spring at 10 a.m.
• Demonstration at Hampshire Place Shopping Center in Takoma Park at 11 a.m.
• Rally at the intersection of Rockville Pike and Tuckerman Lane in North Bethesda at 2 p.m.
• Rally at the intersection of Georgia Avenue and Route 108 in Olney at 2 p.m.

Prince George’s County

• Demonstration at the intersection of Beltsville Drive and Powder Mill Road near the McDonald’s in Beltsville at 11 a.m.
• Rally outside the Bowie Branch Library at 15210 Annapolis Road at 4 p.m.