There are lots of things you can do right now to be part of the May Day movement!
Sign the May Day Pledge to commit to no school, no work, and/or no shopping on May 1.
Use social media graphics, GIFs, and printables to spread the word to your friends.
Make a plan to canvass your favorite local businesses to close in solidarity with us.
Celebrate the dignity and power and working people at the May Day Aurora Rally & March on May 1, 2026 at 11:00am at Wilder Park, Aurora 350 N River St, Aurora, IL 60506.
On May Day itself, stay home from work or school and don't shop--as you're able! Different people have differing abilities to participate in an economic boycott. There are lots of ways you can participate:
If you need to shop on May Day, use cash to avoid sending money to credit card companies.
When shopping around May Day, shop at local businesses.
Take advantage of local "free-cycling" groups where you can offer and pick up items for free from your neighbors.
Make sure to attend our April Monthly Meeting on Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 2-4pm at the Peoples Community Church in Glyn Ellyn to get ready for May Day and hear about other opportunities to get involved.
You can also go to MayDayStrong.org for more details.