Seattle is preparing for potential unrest as Christian worship leader Sean Feucht announced plans to hold a rally later this month at Cal Anderson Park, the former site of the Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone (CHAZ) and recent Antifa riots. Feucht’s Revive in 25 tour is promoting a message to “renew cities that have been devastated for generations.”
In response, Antifa activists are already mobilizing. Flyers circulating online advertise an “Antifascist Slumber Party & Potluck” on August 29 at the park, designed to confront Christians the following morning. Organizers labeled Feucht “another hate pastor” and accused him of planning to spread “anti-queer and trans rhetoric” in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood.
The announcement comes just months after Antifa militants attacked a May worship event at the same location, resulting in 23 arrests after violent clashes with attendees and police. Despite the violence, a King County judge released seven suspects without bail, sparking criticism from local Christian leaders.
Feucht announced that his rally on August 30 had already received city approval, but Seattle officials dispute that claim. Mayor Bruce Harrell’s office confirmed no permit has been issued, noting permits usually take 15–30 days to process. Records show the MayDay USA event, held by another Christian group, had received a permit more than a month in advance.
The May rally, part of the #DontMessWithOurKids movement, drew hundreds of worshippers but was marred by Antifa assaults. Rather than condemn Antifa violence, Mayor Harrell denounced the Christian organizers as “far-right agitators” seeking to provoke Seattle’s LGBTQ community. His comments provoked outrage among Christian leaders, including Pastor Russell Johnson of Pursuit NW, who demanded Harrell’s resignation for what he called “bigoted remarks.”
Seattle Christians later rallied outside City Hall to protest the mayor’s stance, where they were once again targeted by far-left extremists. With tensions already high, Feucht’s upcoming rally is expected to test the city’s ability to balance free speech rights with public safety.
