DALLAS – A vigil for political activist Charlie Kirk is being held in Dallas on Saturday.

The Turning Point USA founder was assassinated while speaking at Utah Valley University on Sept. 10.

Organizers are calling the event a peaceful prayer vigil with a message to “end the violence” and “stand up for free speech.”

The event is scheduled to run 2-4 p.m. in Dealey Plaza.

The event’s website lists the speakers as Phil Anderson, Paul Belew and Karen Herbst.

When is Charlie Kirk’s funeral? 

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JULY 15: CEO of Turning Point USA Charlie Kirk speaks on stage on the first day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 15, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Delegates, politicians, and the Republican fait

The funeral is on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025, at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.  

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A website created in Kirk’s memory, fightforcharlie.com, said doors at the stadium will open at 8 a.m. local time with the program beginning at 11 a.m.

Suspect Tyler Robinson charged

Authorities have charged a 22-year-old Utah man in the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Tyler Robinson. The charges issued Tuesday included aggravated murder, felony discharge of a firearm, punishable by up to life in prison, and obstructing justice, punishable by up to 15 years in prison, and witness tampering. 

A judge will eventually determine whether Robinson could face the death penalty.

READ MORE: Tyler Robinson charged in Charlie Kirk’s murder, could face death penalty

What’s next:

His next hearing is set for Sept. 29 and will be virtual.

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