In partnership with our coalition of public safety agencies and organizations, Titan Security is monitoring the following special event and protest activity in or near the Chicago Loop. This list includes events related to the 2024 Democratic National Convention (DNC). Listings are grouped into two-week periods and updated on a regular basis.
Anticipated Protests and Special Events
- Thursday, August 15 at 4:00pm: 121 N LaSalle (City Hall), Group will gather for their cause “Defend Our Right to Rally”
- Saturday, August 17 at 4:00pm: 301 S Columbus (Buckingham Fountain), Group will gather/march for their cause “Shutdown Lake Shore Drive: Justice for Sonya Massey”
- Saturday, August 17 at 7:00pm: 600 E Grand (Navy Pier), Group will gather for their event “DNC Media Welcome Party”
- Sunday, August 18 at 5:00pm: 350 N Michigan (at Wacker), Group will gather/march for their cause “LGBTQ+/Women’s Rights: Bodies Outside of Unjust Laws”
- Sunday, August 18 at 7:00pm: 600 E Grand (Navy Pier), Group will gather for their event “DNC Delegate Welcome Party”
- Monday, August 19 at 8:00am: 1501 W Randolph (Union Park), Group may gather for their cause “U.S. Palestinian Community Network March”
- Monday, August 19 to Thursday, August 22: 2301 S Martin Luther King (McCormick Place), Group will gather for daytime DNC events
- Monday, August 19 to Thursday, August 22: 1901 W Madison (United Center), Group will gather for evening DNC events
- Monday, August 19 at 12:00pm: 1501 W Randolph (Union Park), Group will gather/march for their cause “March on the DNC”
- Monday, August 19 at 4:00pm: 1200 N California (Humboldt Park), Group will gather/march for their cause “Poor Peoples Army” *
- Tuesday, August 20 at 9:00am: West Loop Location TBD, Group may gather for their cause “Hostage Square Chicago: Israeli-American Council”
- Tuesday, August 20 at 10:30am: 401 N Michigan (Apple Store), Group may gather for their cause “Solidarity Rally”
- Tuesday, August 20, Time TBD: 900 W Madison, Group may gather/march for their cause “Chicago Firefighters Local 2 Contract March”
- Tuesday, August 20 at 7:00pm: 500 W Madison (Israeli Consulate), Group will gather/march for their cause “Shut Down the DNC for Gaza!” ^
- Wednesday, August 21 at 3:30/4:30pm: 1501 W Randolph (Union Park), Group will gather/march for their cause “CJP/AMP Pro-Palestinian March” ^
- Wednesday, August 21 at 5:00pm: 1919 W Maypole (Park 578), Group will gather for their cause “Show Support for Israel”
- Thursday, August 22 at 12:00pm: 1501 W Randolph (Union Park), Group may gather for their cause “Israel Loves America”
- Thursday, August 22 at 5:00pm: 1501 W Randolph (Union Park), Group will gather/march for their cause “March on the DNC” **
- Thursday, August 22 at 7:00pm: 1410 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “DNC Acceptance Speech Watch Party”
- Saturday, August 24 at 5:00pm: 1135 S Delano (Roosevelt Collection), Group may gather for their event “Teen Trend”
- Sunday, August 31 at 9:00am: 1200 N LaSalle (Planned Parenthood), Group will gather for their cause “Rally for Justice”
- Ongoing: small-scale events (official and unofficial) and short-notice protests related to the Democratic National Convention will continue, including localized traffic and transit disruptions
- Ongoing: neighborhood street festivals are underway during the summer months in Chicago; ChooseChicago provides detailed listings at https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/festivals-and-special-events/
Notes/Analysis
* = Group intends to march to north side of United Center on Monday evening
** = March was originally scheduled to step off from 1403 W 14th St (Addams/Medill Park)
^ = Anticipate counterprotesters and a large police presence
Event/Protest Best Practices
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
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 communities. Today, we provide security services to 10 states across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. We employ more than 3,600 security staff and have 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 and emergency planning solutions with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
In collaboration with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following special event and demonstration activity in and near the Chicago Loop.
Anticipated Protests and Events
- August 1 to August 4: 300 S Columbus (Grant Park), Group will gather for their event “Lollapalooza” *
- August 1 at 12:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Ukrainian Flag Raising”
- August 2 at 2:00pm: 300 S Columbus (Grant Park), Group may gather for their event “Lollapalooza Trend/Takeover” **
- Friday, August 2: Time TBD at city/county political locations, Group may gather for their cause “F*ck the DNC Fridays” #
- Saturday, August 3 at 1:00pm: 806 N Michigan (Water Tower), Group will gather/march for their cause “Enough is Enough: 300 Days of Genocide Must End Now”
- Monday, August 5 at 10:30am: 219 S Dearborn (Dirksen Federal Building), Group will gather for their cause “Coalition to March on the DNC’s Federal Lawsuit”
- Wednesday August 7 at 11:30am: 69 W Washington (Cook County), Group may gather for their cause “Kim Foxx: Free More Before You Walk Out the Door”
- Friday, August 9: Time TBD at city/county political locations, Group may gather for their cause “F*ck the DNC Fridays” #
- Friday, August 9 at 7:00pm: 1401 S Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Metallica Concert”
- Saturday, August 10 at 1:00pm: E Ida B Wells/S Michigan, Group will gather/march for their cause “All Out for Gaza!”
- Saturday, August 10 and Sunday, August 11: 1600 N Dusable Lake Shore (North Ave Beach), Group will gather for their event “Chicago Air and Water Show” ^
- Sunday, August 11 at 7:00pm: 1401 S Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Metallica Concert”
- Tuesday, August 13 and Wednesday, August 14 at 8:00am: 901 S Michigan, Group will gather for their cause “Assyrian Independence of North of Iraq”
- Tuesday, August 13 at 2:00pm: 219 S Dearborn (Dirksen Federal Building), Group will gather for their cause “Demand a Longer Route (DNC)”
- Wednesday, August 14 at 12:00pm: 400 N Michigan (Wrigley Building), Group will gather for their cause “12th Annual Global Action Day for Justice for ‘Comfort Women'”
- Ongoing: short-notice protests related to the conflict in Gaza are anticipated to continue, including localized traffic and transit disruptions
- Ongoing: neighborhood street festivals are underway during the summer months in Chicago; ChooseChicago provides detailed listings at https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/festivals-and-special-events/
Notes/Analysis
* = Annual music festival attracting 110,000 daily attendees
** = Teen gathering events organized online; attendance highly weather-dependent
# = Turnout has been small, possible locales include Cook County Democratic Party HQ at 134 N LaSalle, McCormick Place at 2301 S Martin Luther King, or Chicago Host Committee Offices at 120 N Racine
^ = Event is held north of Loop, yet large crowds may extend along lakefront in all directions
Event/Protest Best Practices
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
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 communities. Today, we provide security services to 10 states across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. We employ more than 3,600 security staff and have 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 and emergency planning solutions 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 activity surrounding the visit by former President and current Republican Presidential Nominee Donald Trump to Chicago on Wednesday, July 31.
Anticipated Event Information
Former President Donald Trump will be in the South Loop area Wednesday, July 31 at 12 p.m. attending the National Association of Black Journalists convention at the Hilton Chicago, located at 720 South Michigan Avenue. As a part of his visit, Trump will be participating in a Q&A with political journalists in front of an audience of convention attendees.
Expect localized traffic impacts due to motorcades and/or demonstration activity in the Central and South Loop areas between 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Expect additional police presence in the area. Please make alternate travel plans to avoid delays traveling through the area.
Anticipated Protest Information
Wednesday, July 31st at 11:30am: 720 S Michigan (Hilton Chicago), Group will gather for their event “Protesting Donald Trump at the NABJ Convention”.
- NOTE: Group may gather near Michigan Ave and Ida B. Wells Drive before marching to the Hilton Chicago.
Any additional information regarding former President Trump’s visit, as it becomes available, will be shared via the Titan Security News & Alerts page.
Event/Protest Best Practices
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
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 communities. Today, we provide security services to 10 states across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. We employ more than 3,600 security staff and have 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 and emergency planning solutions with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
In partnership with the cross-sector public safety community, Titan Security is monitoring the following special events and protest activities. Listings are grouped into two-week periods and updated on a constant basis.
Anticipated Protests and Special Events
- Wednesday, July 17 at 9:00am: 121 N LaSalle (City Hall), Group will gather for their cause “Demand Chicago City Council Support the Referendum for Community Power Over Policing”
- Friday, July 19 and July 26: Time TBD at city/county political locations; Group may gather for their cause “F*ck the DNC Fridays” *
- Saturday, July 20 at 8:00am: 400 S Plymouth to 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/march for their event “21st Annual Disability Pride Parade”
- Saturday, July 20 at 5:00pm: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park/Pritzker Pavilion), Group will gather for their event “Common at MP 20th Anniversary”
- Saturday, July 20 at 6:00pm: 1410 S Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “George Straight Concert”
- Saturday, July 20 at 6:30pm: 100 W Erie (Chines Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Annual 7/20 Anniversary Events: End the Persecution of Falon Gong in China”
- Sunday, June 21 at 2:00pm: 400 N Michigan (Wrigley Building) to 122 S Michigan (Philippine Consulate), Group will gather/march for their cause “People’s Sona 2024”
- Wednesday, July 24 at 4:30pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Chicago Rejects Netanyahu”
- Friday, July 26 at 6:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Bicycle Caravan”
- Saturday, July 27 at 11:00am: 50 W Adams (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Justice for Sonya Massey”
- Sunday, July 28 at 1:00pm: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their cause “Justice for Sonya Massey”
- Sunday, July 28 at 6:00pm: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group may gather for their event “Teen Trend” **
- Wednesday, July 31st at 11:30am: 720 S Michigan (Hilton Chicago), Group will gather for their event “Protesting Donald Trump at the NABJ Convention”^
- Wednesday, July 31st at 6:00pm: 1412 W Washington Blvd (Fraternal Order of Police Chicago Lodge), Group will gather for their cause “Justice for Sonya Massey”
- Ongoing: short-notice protests related to the conflict in Gaza are anticipated to continue, including localized traffic and transit disruptions
- Ongoing: neighborhood street festivals are underway during the summer months in Chicago; ChooseChicago provides detailed listings at https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/festivals-and-special-events/
Notes/Analysis
* = Turnout has been small, possible locales include Cook County Democratic Party HQ at 134 N LaSalle, McCormick Place at 2301 S Martin Luther King, or Chicago Host Committee Offices at 120 N Racine
** = Gatherings of teens and young adults organized via social media; Attendance is highly weather dependent
^ = Group may gather near Michigan Ave and Ida B. Wells Drive before marching to the Hilton Chicago.
Event/Protest Best Practices
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
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 communities. Today, we provide security services to 10 states across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. We employ more than 3,600 security staff and have 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 and emergency planning solutions with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
In partnership with fellow cross-sector public safety organizations, Titan Security is monitoring the following special events and demonstrations in or near the Chicago Loop. Listings are grouped into two-week periods and updated on a constant basis.
Anticipated Protests and Events
- Thursday, July 4 at 2:00pm: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group may gather for their cause “Say No to Celebrating America”
- Thursday, July 4 at 4:00pm: 806 N Michigan (Water Tower), Group will gather/march for their cause “Independence for All: Stop the U.S. Back Genocide in Gaza” #
- Friday, July 5: Time TBD at city/county political locations; Group may gather for their cause “F*ck the DNC Fridays” **
- Saturday, July 6 at 8:00am: E Jackson/S Columbus (Grant Park), Group will gather for their event “NASCAR Chicago Street Race” *
- Saturday, July 6 at 11:00am: E Roosevelt/S Michigan, Group will gather/march for their cause “Fair CFD Contract: Police and Fire United”
- Sunday, July 7 at 8:00am: E Jackson/S Columbus (Grant Park), Group will gather for their event “NASCAR Chicago Street Race” *
- Thursday, July 11 at 3:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Srebrenica Genocide Remembrance Day”
- Thursday, July 11 to Sunday, July 14: 1901 W Madison (United Center), Group will gather for their event “Windy City Smokeout”
- Friday, July 12: Time TBD at city/county political locations, Group may gather for their cause “F*ck the DNC Fridays” **
- Saturday, July 13 at 10:00am: 205 E Randolph (Harris Theater), Group will gather for their event “Chicago Loop Alliance + My Block, My Hood, My City Youth Event”
- Saturday, July 13 at 1:00pm: 806 N Michigan (Water Tower), Group will gather/march for their cause “End Nine Months of U.S. Backed Genocide in Gaza”
- Ongoing: short-notice protests related to the conflict in Gaza are anticipated to continue, including localized traffic and transit disruptions
- Ongoing: neighborhood street festivals are underway during the summer months in Chicago; ChooseChicago provides detailed listings at https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/festivals-and-special-events/
Notes/Analysis
# = Original location was E Ida B Wells and S Michigan, and some protesters may still arrive there
* = Street closures in effect as of late June; All-day event centered in Grant Park, see specific SecureChicago event entry for more information
** = Turnout has been small, possible locales include Cook County Democratic Party HQ at 134 N LaSalle, McCormick Place at 2301 S Martin Luther King, or Chicago Host Committee Offices at 120 N Racine
Event/Protest Best Practices
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
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 communities. Today, we provide security services to 10 states across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. We employ more than 3,600 security staff and have 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 and emergency planning solutions 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 anticipated events and demonstrations in or near the Chicago Loop.
Special Events and Protests
- Saturday, June 15 at 4:30pm: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group may gather for their event “Millennium Park Takeover” *
- Saturday, June 15 at 7:00pm: 1410 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Kenny Chesney/Zac Brown Concert”
- Tuesday, June 18 at 4:00pm: 500 W Madison (Israeli Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Israelis Call for Immediate Ceasefire and Hostage Release Now”
- Wednesday, June 19 at 4:30pm: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group may gather for their event “Millennium Park Takeover” *
- Friday, June 21: Time TBD at city/county political locations; Group may gather for their cause “F*ck the DNC Fridays” **
- Friday, June 21 at 7:00pm: 1410 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Billy Joel/Stevie Nicks Concert”
- Saturday, June 22 at 1:00pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather/march for their cause “End U.S. Backed Genocide”
- Saturday, June 22 at 4:00pm: 500 W Roosevelt, Group may gather for their event “Roosevelt Takeover” *
- Monday, June 24 at 1:00pm: 219 S Dearborn (Dirksen Federal Building), Group will gather for their cause “Women’s Strike”
- Tuesday, June 25 at 12:30pm: 219 S Dearborn (Dirksen Federal Building), Group will gather for their cause “Press Conference After Hearing on the Coalition to March on the DNC Hearing”
- Tuesday, June 25 at 4:30pm: 120 E Delaware (Four Seasons), Group may gather for their cause “Protest Denny’s Extreme Animal Cruelty at WSJ Global Food Forum Conference”
- Thursday, June 27 at 8:00pm: 1410 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Rolling Stones Concert”
- Friday, June 28: Time TBD at city/county political locations; Group may gather for their cause “F*ck the DNC Fridays” **
- Friday, June 28 at 5:30pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/ride for their cause “Critical Mass (Bicycle Caravan)”
- Saturday, June 29 at 1:00pm: 400 N Michigan (Wrigley Building), Group will gather for their cause “My Russia is in Jail”
- Sunday, June 30 at 8:00pm: 1410 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Rolling Stones Concert”
- Ongoing: short-notice protests related to the conflict in Gaza are anticipated to continue, including localized traffic and transit disruptions
- Ongoing: neighborhood street festivals are underway during the spring and summer months in Chicago; ChooseChicago provides detailed listings at https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/festivals-and-special-events/
Notes/Analysis
* = Event(s) a part of teen “Trend” meetups organized on social media; attendance is highly weather-dependent
** = Turnout has been small, possible locales include Cook County Democratic Party HQ at 134 N LaSalle, McCormick Place at 2301 S Martin Luther King, or Chicago Host Committee Offices at 120 N Racine
Event/Protest Best Practices
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
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 communities. Today, we provide security services to 10 states across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. We employ more than 3,600 security staff and have 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 and emergency planning solutions with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
In coordination with our valued cross-sector partners in public safety, Titan Security is monitoring the following activity in and near the Chicago Loop.
Anticipated Special Events and Protests
- Sunday, June 2 at 10:00am: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their event “House Music Festival”
- Thursday, June 6 at 10:00am: 219 S Dearborn (Dirksen Federal Building), Group will gather for their cause “City of Chicago: Permit a March on the DNC”
- Friday June 7 to Sunday June 9: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their event “Chicago BluesFest”
- Friday, June 7 at 1:00pm: 455 N Cityfront (Indian Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the Indian Army’s Attack on Akal Takhat Sahib”
- Saturday, June 8 at 11:00am: 150 E Wacker (Hyatt Regency), Group will gather for their cause “Community Call to Action! (AMA Protest)”
- Saturday, June 8 at 1:00pm: 301 S Columbus (Buckingham Fountain), Group will gather for their cause “”Genocide War Criminal Netanyahu Not Welcome to U.S. Congress”
- Sunday, June 9 at 10:00am: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their cause “Support the Argentinian National Soccer Team”
- Sunday, June 9 at 6:00pm: 1410 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Argentina vs Ecuador (Men’s National Soccer/Football)” *
- Tuesday, June 11 at 4:30pm: 301 E North Water (Sheraton Hotel), Group will gather for their cause “Stop War Profiteering, Exit Russia Now”
- Wednesday, June 12 at 4:30pm: 100 N Riverside (Boeing Building), Group may gather for their cause “Escalate for Rafah”
- Wednesday, June 12 at 6:00pm: 122 S Michigan (Philippine Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Independence/Hindipendence Day Rally 2024”
- Wednesday, June 15 at 7:00pm: 1410 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Kenny Chesney/Zac Brown Concert”
- Ongoing: short-notice protests related to the conflict in Gaza are anticipated to continue, including localized traffic and transit disruptions
- Ongoing: neighborhood street festivals are underway during the spring and summer months in Chicago; ChooseChicago provides detailed listings at https://www.choosechicago.com/things-to-do/festivals-and-special-events/
Notes and Analysis
* = International soccer/football star Lionel Messi may appear at this match; expect large crowds
Event/Protest Best Practices
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
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 communities. Today, we provide security services to 10 states across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. We employ more than 3,600 security staff and have 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 approac
In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is currently monitoring the following protests and events in or near the Chicago Loop.
Anticipated Protests and Events
- Wednesday, May 1 at 11:00am: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their event “Cloud Gate/The Bean Reopening”
- Wednesday, May 1 at 6:00pm: 1501 W Randolph (Union Park), Group will gather/march for their cause “May Day Anarchist Parade”
- Friday, May 3 at 11:30am: 500 N Kingsbury (East Bank Club), Group will gather for their cause “Protest Senator Durbin at East Bank Club”
- Friday, May 3 at 5:00pm: 1135 S Michigan (Grant Skate Park), Group will gather for their event “Peaceful Skate for the Conflict in the Middle East”
- Friday, May 3 at 6:00pm: 1501 W Randolph (Union Park), Group will gather for their cause “May Day for Palestine”
- Saturday, May 4 at 8:00am: 700 S Columbus to 100 S Columbus, Group will gather/march for their event “Polish Constitution Day Parade”
- Saturday, May 4 at 12:00pm: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather/march for their cause “Revolutionary Internationalist May Day Rally”
- Saturday, May 4 at 1:00pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Mutual Aid Show of Force”
- Sunday, May 5 at 8:00am: 400 N Michigan, Group will gather/march for their event “St Jude Memorial March”
- Sunday, May 5 at TBD: Locations to be determined, Group may gather/drive for their event “Cinco De Mayo Car Caravan” *
- Wednesday, May 8 at 5:00pm: 145 N Dearborn, Group will gather for their event “Doctors for Choice PAC” **
- Wednesday, May 8 at 4:30pm: Central Loop hotel location, Group will gather for their event “Biden Campaign Fundraiser (POTUS In-Person)” **
- Thursday, May 9 at 3:00pm: 111 S Michigan (Art Institute), Group will gather for their cause “Support Non-Tenure Track Faculty! Rally for a Fair Contract Now!”
- Thursday, May 9 at 4:45pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza) to 600 E Grand (Navy Pier), Group will gather/march for their event “Carry the Load Memorial Walk (Military Veterans)”
- Friday, May 10, All Day Event: 609 S State (Columbia College), Group will gather for their event “Manifest 2024”
- Saturday, May 11 at 12:45pm: 806 N Michigan (Water Tower), Group will gather for their cause “Be the Voice of Ukrainian Mothers”
- Saturday, May 11 at 2:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Unity in Adversity: Palestinian Flag Raising” ***
- Sunday, May 12 at 11:30am: 806 N Michigan (Water Tower), Group will gather for their cause “Mothers in Mourning”
- Tuesday, May 14 at 11:30am: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Israeli Flag Raising” ***
Notes/Analysis
* = Afternoon/evening car gatherings likely; expect localized traffic disruptions
** = Fundraising event may attract protesters/counterprotesters
*** = Given current conflict in Middle East, these events are likely to attract protesters/counterprotesters
Event/Protest Best Practices
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
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 communities. Today, we provide security services to 10 states across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. We employ more than 3,600 security staff and have 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 and emergency planning solutions 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 event and demonstration activity in or near the Chicago Loop in late April.
Anticipated Protests and Special Events
- Monday, April 15 at 3:00pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather/march for this cause “All Out for Palestine” *
- Monday, April 15 at TBD: Locations pending, Group (s) may gather for their cause “Coordinated Economic Blockade to Free Palestine” *
- Tuesday, April 16 at 5:30pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group may gather/march for their cause “No War on Iran”
- Wednesday, April 17 at 10:00am: 720 S Michigan (Hilton Chicago), Group will gather for their cause “Palestine Prisoner Day”
- Wednesday, April 17 at 5:30pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group may gather/march for their cause “No War on Iran”
- Thursday, April 18 through Friday, May 10: Various Walgreens locations, Group will gather/picket for their cause “Pharmacists are Phed Up”
- Thursday, April 18 at 4:30pm: 435 N Michigan (Tribune Building), Group will gather for their cause “Stand with Israel Rally” **
- Friday, April 19 at 10:00am: 500 N Michigan (Columbian Consulate), Group may gather for their cause “Columbians Abroad Grand Sit-In”
- Friday, April 19 at 12:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Stand Silent Witness: Sexual Assault Awareness Month”
- Friday, April 19 at 2:30pm: 310 S State (Pritzker Park), Group may gather for their cause “Global Strike to End Fossil Fuels”
- Saturday, April 19 at 1:00pm: E Ida B Wells/S Michigan, Group will gather/march for their cause “Chicago Stands with Palestine”
- Saturday, April 20 at 5:30pm: 100 W Erie (Chinese Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Falun Dafa Exercises and Rally”
- Sunday, April 21 at 1:00pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group may gather for their cause “South Tacoma Community is under attack by Chicago-based Bridge Industrial” ***
- Friday, April 26 at 12:30pm: 618 S Michigan (Columbia College) to 111 S Michigan (Art Institute), Group will gather/march for their cause “Walk Out and Strike for Gaza”
- Friday, April 26 at 5:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Gather for Sudan Civil War – The Silent Genocide”
- Friday, April 26 at 6:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Critical Mass (Bicycle Caravan)”
- Ongoing: short-notice protests related to the conflict in Gaza are anticipated to continue, including localized traffic and transit disruptions
Notes/Analysis
* = Part of multi-city protest event; anticipate various small-scale demonstrations intended to disrupt transit, etc.
** = High likelihood of counterprotesters at this event
*** = Group previously scheduled a protest at 444 W Lake, but cancelled just prior
Event/Protest Best Practices
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
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 communities. Today, we provide security services to 10 states across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. We employ more than 3,600 security staff and have 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 and emergency planning solutions 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 demonstration and event activity in or near the Chicago Loop.
Anticipated Events and Demonstrations
- Wednesday, April 3 at 9:45am: 121 N LaSalle (City Hall), Group will gather for their cause “Rally for the Clean & Affordable Buildings Ordinance”
- Wednesday, April 3 at 3:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “SEIU: New Contract for Our Members”
- Thursday, April 4 at 8:30am: 219 S Dearborn (Dirksen Federal Bldg), Group will gather for their cause “Rally in Support of Anthony Gay at His Appeal Hearing”
- Friday, April 5 at 4:30pm: 500 W Madison (Israeli Consulate) to 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/march for their cause “Chicago March for Al Quds”
- Saturday, April 6 at 1:00pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Demand that President Biden Grant Work Permits to the Long-term Undocumented”
- Saturday, April 6 at 1:00pm: 109 E Pearson (Water Tower Park), Group will gather for their cause “Chicago All Out for Palestine”
- Sunday, April 7 at 2:30pm: 350 S Halsted to 150 N Halsted, Group will gather/march for their event “Hellenic Heritage Parade”
- Monday, April 8 at 12:30pm: 1300 S DuSable Lake Shore (Adler Planetarium), Group will gather for their event “Eclipse Encounter 2024” *
- Monday, April 8 at TBD: Location pending, Group will gather for their cause “Genocide Joe Not Welcome in Chicago” **
- Saturday, April 13 at 9:00am: 300 S Ashland (Teamsters Offices), Group will gather for their event “March on DNC Conference 2024 Planning Session”
- Sunday, April 14 at 11:00am: 330 N Wabash (AMA Headquarters), Group will gather for their cause “American Medical Association Board of Trustees Meeting: Minimal Speeches, Maximum Disruption”
- Monday, April 15 at 3:00pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather/march for this cause “All Out for Palestine” ***
- Monday, April 15 at TBD: Locations pending, Group (s) may gather for their cause “Coordinated Economic Blockade to Free Palestine” ***
- Ongoing: short-notice protests related to the conflict in Gaza are anticipated to continue, including localized traffic and transit disruptions
Notes/Analysis
* = Anticipate localized street closures for this indoor/outdoor event
** = President Joe Biden will be visiting Wisconsin and Illinois; evening Chicago location is anticipated to attract pro-Palestinian demonstrators
*** = Part of a call for multi-city protest activity; Multiple locations possible; Demonstrators may seek to disrupt traffic, transit, etc.
Event/Protest Best Practices
- If you see something suspicious, report it
- Carry water and stay hydrated
- Choose a landmark to meet at in case you are separated from your group
- Utilize the buddy system
- Remain alert and be observant of surroundings
- Leave any valuables at home
- Do not jump any barricades
- Secure handbags and wallets
- Stay calm and pleasant
- Follow your own instincts
- Leave yourself room to move quickly
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 communities. Today, we provide security services to 10 states across the Midwest and Southeastern United States. We employ more than 3,600 security staff and have 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 and emergency planning solutions with electronic security systems to provide integrated, efficient, and customized safety and security solutions from a single source.
