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In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security Group is actively monitoring the following anticipated special events and protests in or near the Chicago Loop. Listings are updated on a regular basis, and are presented in two-week chronological periods.

Anticipated Events and Protests

Notes/Analysis

* = Group has stated intent to march to Trump Tower at 401 N Wabash; Will likely rally in plaza at Wabash and Upper Wacker

** = Annual St. Patrick’s Day weekend celebrations in Chicago begin with a dyeing of the river during the morning, followed by a parade along Columbus Drive midday; expect large crowds and rolling street closures

^ = Associated groups sponsoring related events, may comingle 

◊ = Services for Rev Jackson will be attended by VIPs and elected officials; Anticipate rolling street closures for motorcades around downtown hotels

‡ = Part of a series of ongoing “Trend” events organized by teens and young adults via social media; Attendance is highly weather dependent

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 Marksman Titan Security Group

Marksman Titan Security Group serves over 30 states across the country focused on our mission to provide customized security and safety services for our customers, delivering on our value proposition of unparalleled customer service, client-customized programs and superior operational support as we serve clients and build careers as the nation’s premier boutique security services provider in security services and security systems integration. Marksman 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 Group is actively monitoring the following anticipated special events and protests in or near the Chicago Loop. Listings are updated on a regular basis, and are presented in two-week chronological periods.

Anticipated Events and Protests

Notes/Analysis

* = Continuing event is located just south of Chicago Loop, yet will have significant media coverage and traffic impacts

** = One of a series of anti-ICE student protests across multiple CPS schools; Likely to expand to private schools and to universities

^ = Part of an ongoing series, with small attendance/turnout; May seek to march to Daley Plaza (50 W Washington)

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 Marksman Titan Security Group

Marksman Titan Security Group serves over 30 states across the country focused on our mission to provide customized security and safety services for our customers, delivering on our value proposition of unparalleled customer service, client-customized programs and superior operational support as we serve clients and build careers as the nation’s premier boutique security services provider in security services and security systems integration. Marksman 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 Group is actively monitoring the following anticipated special events and protests in or near the Chicago Loop. Listings are updated on a regular basis, and are presented in two-week chronological periods.

Anticipated Events and Protests

Notes/Analysis

^ = Coalition of advocacy and labor groups is holding multiple demonstrations related to killing of Veteran Administration nurse by federal agents in Minneapolis; Primary location will be Jesse Brown VA hospital (820 S Damen) but other locations possible

* = Event is located just south of Chicago Loop, yet will have significant media coverage and traffic impacts

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 Marksman Titan Security Group

Marksman Titan Security Group serves over 30 states across the country focused on our mission to provide customized security and safety services for our customers, delivering on our value proposition of unparalleled customer service, client-customized programs and superior operational support as we serve clients and build careers as the nation’s premier boutique security services provider in security services and security systems integration. Marksman 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 Group is actively monitoring the following anticipated special events and protests in or near the Chicago Loop. Listings are updated on a regular basis, and are presented in chronological periods.

Anticipated Events and Protests

Notes/Analysis

* = Chicago will host national new year’s eve broadcast by ABC network, including fireworks and live music; Continuing into morning of January 1; City event  website at https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/nye.html

** = One organizing group listed Water Tower Place (835 N Michigan) as the gathering point for this demonstration; We’ll continue to monitor

‡ = Events may be interrelated; Same sponsoring organization(s) associated with each

^ = Coalition of advocacy and labor groups is holding multiple demonstrations related to killing of Veteran Administration nurse by federal agents in Minneapolis; Primary location will be Jesse Brown VA hospital (820 S Damen) but other locations possible

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 Marksman Titan Security Group

Marksman Titan Security Group serves over 30 states across the country focused on our mission to provide customized security and safety services for our customers, delivering on our value proposition of unparalleled customer service, client-customized programs and superior operational support as we serve clients and build careers as the nation’s premier boutique security services provider in security services and security systems integration. Marksman 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 Group is actively monitoring the following anticipated special events and protests in or near the Chicago Loop. Listings are updated on a regular basis, and are presented in chronological two-week periods.

Anticipated Events and Protests

Notes/Analysis

‡ = Annual Archdiocese gathering/march recreating the journey of Mary and Joseph seeking shelter; Route will include various government offices in Loop

* = Ongoing series of “trend” events organized online by teens and young adults; Attendance is highly weather-dependent

** = Chicago will host national new year’s eve broadcast by ABC network, including fireworks and live music; City event  website at https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/nye.html

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 Marksman Titan Security Group

Marksman Titan Security Group serves over 30 states across the country focused on our mission to provide customized security and safety services for our customers, delivering on our value proposition of unparalleled customer service, client-customized programs and superior operational support as we serve clients and build careers as the nation’s premier boutique security services provider in security services and security systems integration. Marksman 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 professional collaboration with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security Group is actively monitoring the following anticipated special events and protests in or near the Chicago Loop. Listings are updated on a regular basis, and are presented in chronological two-week periods.

Anticipated Events and Protests

Notes/Analysis

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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 Marksman Titan Security Group

Marksman Titan Security Group serves over 30 states across the country focused on our mission to provide customized security and safety services for our customers, delivering on our value proposition of unparalleled customer service, client-customized programs and superior operational support as we serve clients and build careers as the nation’s premier boutique security services provider in security services and security systems integration. Marksman 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 Group is actively monitoring the following anticipated special events and protests in or near the Chicago Loop. Listings are updated on a regular basis, and are presented in chronological two-week periods.

Anticipated Events and Protests

Notes/Analysis

* = Teen meet ups organized online; attendance is highly weather dependent

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 Marksman Titan Security Group

Marksman Titan Security Group serves over 30 states across the country focused on our mission to provide customized security and safety services for our customers, delivering on our value proposition of unparalleled customer service, client-customized programs and superior operational support as we serve clients and build careers as the nation’s premier boutique security services provider in security services and security systems integration. Marksman 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 Group is actively monitoring the following anticipated special events and protests in or near the Chicago Loop. Listings are updated on a regular basis, and are presented in chronological two-week periods.

Anticipated Events and Protests

Notes/Analysis

* = Large running event with 30,000+ participants; Street closures along lakefront and in Loop

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 Marksman Titan Security Group

Marksman Titan Security Group serves over 30 states across the country focused on our mission to provide customized security and safety services for our customers, delivering on our value proposition of unparalleled customer service, client-customized programs and superior operational support as we serve clients and build careers as the nation’s premier boutique security services provider in security services and security systems integration. Marksman 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 Group is actively monitoring the following anticipated special events and protests in or near the Chicago Loop. Listings are updated on a regular basis, and are presented in chronological two-week periods.

Anticipated Events and Protests

Notes/Analysis

* = Local event part of a larger nationwide day of protest, organized by range of groups including Indivisible and 50501; Significant attendance anticipated, expected route of march from Grant Park is:

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 Marksman Titan Security Group

Marksman Titan Security Group serves over 30 states across the country focused on our mission to provide customized security and safety services for our customers, delivering on our value proposition of unparalleled customer service, client-customized programs and superior operational support as we serve clients and build careers as the nation’s premier boutique security services provider in security services and security systems integration. Marksman 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 cooperation with our cross-sector safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the events around the 2025 Chicago Marathon, set to be held on Sunday, October 12. Streets throughout the downtown Chicago area will be closed beginning Thursday, October 9. Closures for the Chicago Marathon will conclude at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, October 13. These closures will impact high traffic areas including Lake Shore Drive, Wacker Drive, Michigan Avenue and the area around Millennium Park and Grant Park.

From Chicago OEMC:

City of Chicago officials and Bank of America Chicago Marathon organizers are reminding the public in advance of Marathon weekend that street closures will begin on Thursday, October 9. 

Traffic Impacts/Street Closures

With thousands of participants and spectators along the route, as well as street closures prior and during the race, those traveling throughout downtown and the various neighborhoods should allow extra time, expect delays, or consider alternate routes–such as the expressway system–to avoid the impacts of the race.
Street closures in the Grant Park area  began on Thursday, September 25 with the closure of Balbo from Columbus to DuSable Lake Shore Drive at 6 a.m. Additional Street closures for race day at the start/finish line area can be expected through the weekend, including:
 
Race day street closures along the route will begin at approximately 6 a.m. on Sunday, October 12 and are anticipated to be reopened by 6 p.m. or when it is deemed safe to do so. Visit link for Chicago Marathon street closures and route.
Beginning early Sunday morning, parking restrictions will be in effect along the course. For public safety and traffic flow, the towing of vehicles along the route and other posted “No Parking Zones” will be strictly enforced. Motorists are encouraged to read signage before parking and should call 312-744-4444 to locate a towed vehicle.
The following main thoroughfares, among others, will remain open:

For additional information related to the Chicago Marathon street closures, click here.

Abbott Chicago 5K – Saturday, October 11

The Abbott Chicago 5K will take place at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday. The 3.1-mile race will kick off in Grant Park at Ida B. Wells and Columbus Drive, running west on Harrison Street before weaving through loop on Wacker Drive and ending on Adams and Wacker.  Michigan Avenue north of Ida B. Wells will remain open. Parking restrictions are in place starting at 1 a.m. on Saturday along the course. Vehicles that are not removed from the street by that time will be ticketed and towed. For inquiries about towed vehicles, call 312.744.4444.
For more information, visit Chicago5K.com. The following streets will be closed to traffic between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. for the 5K on Saturday.

Parking and Race Day Routes

Beginning early Sunday morning, parking restrictions will be in effect along the course. For public safety and traffic flow, the towing of vehicles along the route and other posted “No Parking Zones” will be strictly enforced. Motorists are encouraged to read signage before parking and should call 3-1-1 to locate a towed vehicle. 

The following main thoroughfares, among others, will remain open: 

Marathon Maps

To view the full 2025 Chicago Marathon course and map, click here.

To view the full 2025 Abbott 5K course and map, click here.

Public Transportation 

As always, public transportation is encouraged if heading to the Marathon or other destinations in the impacted areas. For more information on CTA services and reroutes, visit TransitChicago.com or call 836-7000 from any area code/1-888-YOUR-CTA. Metra will offer extra service on race day. For specific schedule information, visit Metra.com. The City has worked with licensed Transportation Network Providers (TNP rideshare services) to ensure that pick-up and drop-off locations are available throughout the city, in geo-fenced areas that are a safe distance off the route. 

Emergency, Traffic and Weather Notifications 

OEMC will continue to monitor the event in collaboration with public safety partners and the Chicago Police Department will enforce race day restrictions along the route as well as facilitate traffic. OEMC will issue any alerts and notifications needed to keep residents and attendees up to date on street closures, weather conditions and emergencies.  Sign up for NotifyChicago alerts at NotifyChicago.org. For businesses, OEMC also issues text alerts as well, to opt in for CHIBIZ alerts TEXT “CHIBIZ” to 6-7-2-8-3. 

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 Marksman Titan Security Group

Today, we service over 30 states across the country focused on our mission to provide customized security and safety services for our customers, delivering on our value proposition of unparalleled customer service, client-customized programs and superior operational support as we serve clients and build careers as the nation’s premier boutique security services provider in security services and security systems integration. Marksman 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.