VOTEFEST

Democracy Is a Participation Sport

VOTEFEST is Queens Says No Kings’ voter engagement and democracy protection initiative. 

At its core, VOTEFEST exists to increase voter participation, strengthen democratic institutions, and protect the fundamental right to vote. We believe democracy works best when people are informed, engaged, organized, and prepared to participate.

VoteFest aims to build an ongoing culture of participation, supporting democratic engagement before, during, and after Election Day.  

RSVP VOTEFEST 2.0 September 19, 2026

RSVP VOTEFEST 3.0 October 24, 2026

Votefest Will Include: 

Using art, music, and culture to make civic participation visible, accessible, and welcoming

Voter registration and voter education

Developing voting plans and turnout strategies

Assisting seniors and people with disabilities in accessing the ballot

Recruiting, training, and deploying election protection volunteers

Educating voters about their rights

Building networks of volunteers prepared to respond when voting access is threatened

Connecting community organizations working toward shared democratic goals including Headcount, Common Cause, League of Women Voters, NYCLU, The Beacon, Lets Talk Democracy/Youth Talk Democracy. 

RSVP VOTEFEST 2.0 September 19, 2026

RSVP VOTEFEST 3.0 October 24, 2026

Whether you’re a voter, volunteer, artist, musician, organizer, educator, poll watcher, community leader, or first-time participant, there is a place for you in VOTEFEST.

When we vote, we win.