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In cooperation with our cross-sector safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the events around the 2023 NASCAR Chicago Street Race, set to be held on Saturday, July 1st and Sunday, July 2nd in downtown Chicago. Street closures are scheduled to begin on Saturday, June 10th and will fully reopen Thursday, July 13th. Below is a schedule of the traffic and street closure plan.

Route Re-Opening Plans

July 3

At least one lane of traffic is expected to reopen on southbound Lake Shore Drive by midnight on July 3. Northbound Michigan Avenue and eastbound Roosevelt Road will also see one lane reopen, while all of westbound Roosevelt Road is expected to reopen.

July 4-5

Beginning at midnight and continuing through 4 p.m., officials are expected to continue to remove track wall from the event on southbound Lake Shore Drive, fully reopening the road after 4 p.m., officials said.

Then, beginning at 4 p.m. and continuing through the morning hours of July 5, the remaining walls on northbound Michigan Avenue will be removed, “allowing for three lanes” to reopen.

July 5-6

Between July 5 and July 6 Congress Circle is expected to fully reopen.

July 6-7

Columbus Drive between Roosevelt and Balbo is expected to remain closed in both directions. Balbo Drive will also remain closed to traffic between Michigan Avenue and Columbus Drive.

July 8-9

Jackson Drive will remain closed between Michigan Avenue and Columbus Drive in both directions. Closures will also continue on Columbus Drive.

July 10

Columbus Drive reopens in both directions between Roosevelt Road and Jakcson Boulevard, but one lane remains closed between Balbo Drive and Jackson Boulevard in both directions.
Ida B. Wells between Michigan Avenue and Columbus Drive fully reopens.
Jackson Boulevard and Columbus Drive intersection reopens.

July 11

Northbound Columbus Drive reopens fully between Balbo Drive and Jackson Boulevard.

July 12-13

Balbo Drive reopens between Columbus Drive and DuSable Lake Shore Drive.

July 14-15

All streets, parking and sidewalks are reopened.

Alternate Routes
For those needing to travel north or south, officials recommend:

For west or east:

Temporary Overnight Street Closures

Available Race Day routes* on Saturday, July 1 and Sunday, July 2 include:

*These routes are scheduled to be available; however, additional streets may be closed by the City of Chicago, if deemed necessary.

Streets with Local Access Only for Residents, Businesses and their Employees. 
Sidewalks will remain open throughout the event.

*The above Local Access Only streets will have a temporary cul-de-sac in place to allow for two-way traffic.

In the Chicago Loop, the following streets will remain open during race weekend:

More detailed information surrounding the street closure plan can be found by clicking here.

Additional Event Information

Saturday, July 1st Schedule
9:00am: Gates Open
10:00am-2:30pm: Practice and qualifying on track
2:30pm-3:30pm: Pre-Race Concert
3:30pm: Racer introductions
4:00pm: The Loop 121 Xfinity Series Race
Post-Race: Concert in festival area

Sunday, July 2nd Schedule
9:00am: Gates Open
TBD: Pre-Race Concert
4:00pm: Racer introductions
4:30pm: The Grant Park 220 NASCAR Cup Series Race
Post-Race: Victory Lane Celebration

Other Highlights

Course Map

Pre- and Post-Event Bus Service Impacts

Before and after the event, due to closures on Balbo, Michigan and Roosevelt, several bus
routes around Grant Park will be rerouted. The routes include #1, #2, #3, #4, #X4, #6, #7, #10, J14, #26, #28, #126, #143, #147, and some #148 in the evening.

Due to road closures on Roosevelt, which start June 29, and continuing through July 5 while
race-related structures are removed, visitors stopping at the Roosevelt Red/Orange/Green line
station can transfer to a shuttle bus to the Museum Campus, replacing the regular #146 bus.
Passengers can also walk a half-mile from the Roosevelt Red/Orange/Green Line station under
the Roosevelt Du Sable Lake Shore Drive underpass. These shuttles will run every 15 minutes.

For more information on impacted CTA lines leading up to and during the NASCAR Race Weekend, please click here.

Parks Access and OEMC Hotline

The Chicago Park District will prioritize public access during the NASCAR Chicago Street Race, keeping more than half of the park open during the event, including set-up and tear down. Access to popular park features like Buckingham Fountain, Butler Field, and Lower Hutchinson Field will remain accessible to the public with minimal restrictions that equate to less than one-fifth of event operation days.  

A NASCAR Chicago Street Race hotline has been set up. The 888.629.7223 number will be staffed from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. CST beginning Monday, June 26 through Sunday, July 2.  After 9 p.m. CST all calls will go to the voicemail box with a notification email that will be sent directly to a representative. When the Center re-opens in the morning, a representative will follow-up. 

Event Safety Best Practices

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 130,000 hours per week, employing more than 3,600 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-nine consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, we are monitoring the following special events and demonstrations in or near the Chicago Loop in the near future.

Anticipated Protests and Events

Notes/Analysis

* = Expect extensive street closures and traffic disruptions through at least July 5

** = Fireworks displays continue throughout summer, each Wednesday at 9pm and Saturday at 10pm; Drone show for Navy Pier birthday at 9:45pm on July 15

*** = Follows extensive recent violence in the West Bank and Gaza; Group may meet elsewhere in Loop and march to Israeli Consulate

Event/Protest Best Practices

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 130,000 hours per week, employing more than 3,600 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-nine consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following special events and protests in and near the Chicago Loop.

Anticipated Protests and Events

Notes/Analysis

* = Fireworks event during summer months, Wednesdays at 9pm and Saturdays at 10pm

** = Annual “Rally for Life” and counterprotest possibly larger and more disruptive given recent actions by U.S. Supreme Court

*** = Parade route remains north of Loop, yet street closures are extensive and crowds could exceed 500,000 depending on weather

Event/Protest Best Practices

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 130,000 hours per week, employing more than 3,600 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-nine consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

In consultation with our cross-sector safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following protest and special event activities in or near the Chicago Loop.

Anticipated Protests and Events

Notes/Analysis

* = One of series of ongoing events supporting protestors in Iran

** = Fireworks displays will continue twice weekly through Labor Day, on Wednesdays at 9pm and Saturdays at 10pm

Event/Protest Best Practices

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 130,000 hours per week, employing more than 3,600 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-nine consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

In cross-sector coordination with our public-safety partners, Titan Security is presently monitoring the following protest and special event activity in or near the Chicago Loop.

Anticipated Events and Demonstrations

Notes/Analysis

* = Group protesting Iranian government may gather at one or both designated times/locations

** = Large, annual charity run in Grant Park; Expect localized traffic disruptions

Event/Protest Best Practices

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 130,000 hours per week, employing more than 3,600 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-nine consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

In cooperation with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following activities in or near the Chicago Loop.

Anticipated Events/Protests

Notes/Analysis

* = One of several small protests planned under this group/title

** = Cinco de Mayo car caravan event sponsored by various Mexican American car clubs; expect localized traffic disruptions

Event/Protest Best Practices

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 130,000 hours per week, employing more than 3,600 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-nine consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following protests and special events in or near the Chicago Loop.

Anticipated Protests and Events

Notes/Analysis

* = Localized protests/marches can be anticipated following the screening

** = Monitoring social media for possibly disruptive teen gatherings within Loop, particularly on warm-weather evenings

Event/Protest Best Practices

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 130,000 hours per week, employing more than 3,600 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-nine consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

In coordination with our cross-sector public-safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following Chicago events and demonstrations activity in or near the Chicago Loop from April 1 to 15, 2023.

Anticipated Protests/Events

Notes/Analysis

* = Groups have been counter-protesting over war in Ukraine for past several Sundays

** = Tensions extremely high between Israelis and Palestinians; Turnout for this demonstration could be large depending on weather

Event/Protest Best Practices

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 130,000 hours per week, employing more than 3,600 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-nine consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.

In cooperation with our cross-sector safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the events around the 2023 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle, set to be held on Sunday, March 26. The following streets will be closed to traffic between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. as runners pass through the area:

DuSable Lake Shore Dr., Ida B. Wells Dr. and N. Michigan Ave. will remain open.

No parking will be allowed on these streets starting at 1 a.m. on Sunday, March 26. Vehicles that are not removed from the street by that time will be ticketed and towed. 

There will be rolling street closures within Grant Park beginning Thursday, March 24, through Monday, March 27. Grant Park will be closed to all vehicle traffic from 6 a.m. on Saturday, March 25, to approximately 3 p.m., on Sunday, March 26.

To view a full map of the route for the Shamrock Shuffle, please visit the link below.

Click here for the Shamrock Shuffle race route

Safety Tips Near/During Large Events

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 120,000 hours per week, employing more than 3,600 security staff, and have enjoyed over 29 consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated and efficient, customized security solutions from a single source.

In coordination with our cross-sector public-safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following protest and special event activity in on near the Chicago Loop.

Anticipated Protests/Events

Notes/Analysis

* = Large annual event, expect localized street closures. For more information, click here: https://marksmantitan.wpengine.com/news-and-resources/2023-bank-of-america-shamrock-shuffle-road-closures-and-safety-information/

** = Protest will take place when Texas-based judge announces decision on revoking FDA drug approval

Event/Protest Best Practices

As always, if you “See Something, Say Something.” For life-threatening emergencies, call 911. To report suspicious activity, call 855-RPRT-2-S4 (855-777-8274).

About Titan Security Group

Titan launched in 1994 with a vision for a better way to provide security services to the Midwest. Today, Titan is one of the largest security companies in North America, scheduling approximately 130,000 hours per week, employing more than 3,600 security staff, and has enjoyed over twenty-seven consecutive years of successfully serving our clients across a wide range of industries. Titan delivers results to clients through flexible, customized security solutions, and superior customer service. The Titan approach combines traditional security staffing with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.