In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security Group 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 two-week chronological periods.
Anticipated Events and Protests
- Monday, October 12 to Friday, October 16 at 11:00am Daily: 219 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Protest of Closure Chicago Office of the National Archives”
- Thursday, October 15 at 5:00pm: 455 N Cityfront (Indian Consulate), Group may gather for their cause “In Defence of Indian Democracy”
- Saturday, October 17 at 12:00pm: Various Locations, Groups(s) will gather for their cause “No Kings: Vote Early Weekend” ^
- Sunday, October 18 at 1:00pm: 410 N Michigan, “All Eyes on Oleshky: Weekly Rally”
- Thursday, October 22 at 7:15pm: 1410 Special Olympics, Group will gather for their event “Chicago Bears NFL Game”
- Saturday, October 24 at 6:00pm: 700 S Columbus to 1200 S Columbus, Group will gather/march for their event “Arts in the Dark Parade” *
- Saturday, October 24 at 7:00pm: Unknown Loop Location; Group may gather for their even “Downtown Takeover” **
- Ongoing: Short-notice protests opposing current federal administration policies will continue with localized traffic and transit disruptions
- Ongoing: Hotel employees and owners are involved in contentious contract negotiations; Union has authorized strike and rolling picketing and leafleting may be expected at Loop hotels
Notes/Analysis
^ = One of an ongoing series of protests against current federal administration; This iteration will include “get out the vote” rallies at various locations, with no single, large march
* = Annual costumed parade which has grown larger in recent years; May exceed 10,000 attendees, depending on weather
** = One of a series of teen “trend” gatherings organized online; Attendance is highly weather-dependent
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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