KC DSA presents: May Day 2026

Sign the May Day Pledge

Workers Deserve More

May Day will be celebrated this year on Friday, May 1st, 2026. As members of the working class, we are taking action to demonstrate our power and remind the billionaires who actually holds the power. We refuse to carry on as usual, and call for a day of No Work, No School, and No Shopping.

In addition to those national efforts, KC DSA is proud to announce that we are joining forces with the Missouri Workers Center and a number of other community organizations for a full day of organizing, networking, and celebrating the power of the working class. Throughout the month of April, and on May Day itself, join the conversation, learn how we're building a better future, and find ways to stay engaged and involved even after May Day is over.

Check this page and our social media account (@kansascityDSA) for updates and information as the date approaches. You can also see a full list of May Day Coalition events happening across the metro by following THIS LINK.

RSVP for the KC DSA & Sunrise Movement KC Afterparty HERE.

May Day 2026

Check out our upcoming events, and follow any links to learn more, RSVP, and pledge to build solidarity with your working class neighbors.

FridaY, May 1

KC ICE FREE Business Canvass, 9:30am-12pm, Maple Park (1832 E Missouri Ave, Kansas City, MO 64124)

Want to learn how to canvass businesses and provide information about how to protect local businesses and their employees? Join us for this business canvassing session, where you'll learn not only how to talk to business owners about their rights, but also build your canvassing skills and know-how. RSVP here!

Friday, May 1

"History of May Day" lunch & learn, 12-1pm, Swope Park Bandstand

Come on out for our History of May Day lunch & learn, where you will participate in a discussion about the history of May Day, gain historical context that will help you understand our present socio-political climate, and learn how your involvement in KC DSA can help us build a better world, together. RSVP here!

Friday, May 1

"How the Bus Will Save Us" teach-in, 1:30-3:30pm, Inner Space Yoga (2711 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64109)

Join the KC Sunrise Movement and KC DSA for our collaborative teach-in, where we will discuss the importance of fast and free public transit, how the World Cup will affect public transit in Kansas City, and ways to support the Bus Riders Union. Lights snacks provided. RSVP here!

FRiday, May 1

"The DSA Difference" teach-in, 3:30-4:30pm, Swope Park Bandstand

Come on out to hear about how DSA is operating differently than other political parties and organizations. During this session, you'll hear from members about their experiences within KC DSA and DSA National, gain a deeper understanding of what it means to be a democratic socialist, and build community with your local comrades. RSVP here!

Friday evening, May 1

May Day Coalition Rally & March, 5:30-7:30pm, Washington Square Park

Join us for a coalition rally at Washington Square Park at 5:30 to celebrate our working class power and hear how local organizations are shifting the odds in favor of the working class. RSVP for the rally and march through this link.

Friday evening, may 1

KC DSA & Sunrise Movement KC Afterparty, 7-10pm, Swope Park Bandstand

Join KC DSA & Sunrise Movement KC to celebrate May Day together at the Swope Park Bandstand between 7-10pm after the May Day Coalition Rally & March. Hear from KC DSA and Sunrise KC leaders about the organizing work they're doing in the community, enjoy the inaugural performance of the KC Labor Choir, and mingle with like-minded folks to discuss how we can build a better world, together, starting right here at home. Dinner and non-alcoholic drinks provided. RSVP here!