Chicago Demonstration and Special Event Activity: July 1 to July 15, 2025

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

Anticipated Demonstrations and Events

• Tuesday, July 1 at 10:00am: 121 N LaSalle (City Hall),Group may gather for their cause “Committee on Immigrant and Refugee Rights”
• Wednesday, July 2 at 9:30am: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Block the Big Billionaire Bill”
• Wednesday, July 2 at 4:30pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for thier cause “Vigil for Gaza”
• Thursday, July 3 at 4:00pm: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group may gather for their cause “Millennium Park Trend/Takeover” ^
• Friday, July 4 at 11:00am: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Boycott 4th of July/People’s Independence Day”
• Saturday, July 5 and Sunday, July 6: Grant Park, Group will gather for their event “Chicago NASCAR Street Race” * READ MORE: NASCAR STREET RACE INFO
• Wednesday, July 9 at 3:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Protest We Are All Palestine Action”.
• Thursday, July 10 at 3:00pm: 230 W. Monroe (American Israel Public Affairs Committee Office), Group will gather for their cause “Rally in Front of the AIPAC Office”.
• Friday, July 11 at 5:00pm: 625 N. Michigan Ave. (British Consulate), Group will gather for their cause “Srebrenica Remembrance Day/Flag Raising”
• Saturday, July 12 at 6:00pm: 1000 N DuSable Lake Shore (Oak Street Beach), Group may gather for their cause “Sunset Beach Bash Trend/Takeover” ^
• Ongoing: Short-notice protests opposing current federal administration policies will continue with localized traffic and transit disruptions
• Ongoing: Daily protests announced at 55 E Monroe/50 E Adams for immigration hearing/court proceedings, and at 101 W Ida B Wells for regional ICE offices
• Ongoing: Weekly protests midday on Saturdays are anticipated to continue at Tesla dealerships near the Loop, including 717 S Des Plaines and 901 N Rush, with localized traffic and transit disruptions

Notes/Analysis

^ = Social-media driven gatherings of teens and young adults; Attendance is highly weather-dependent * = Annual two-day auto race event centered in Grant Park; Extensive local street closures involved

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).

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