Chicago Protest and Event Activity: May 15 to May 31, 2025

In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following anticipated demonstrations and special events 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

• Thursday, May 15 at 7:00pm: 1400 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Beyonce Concert”
• Friday, May 16 at 9:00am: 9 E Balbo (Columbia College), Group will gather for their event “2025 Manifest Student Showcase”
• Saturday, May 17 at 10:00am: 100 W Erie (Chinese Consulate), Group may gather for their cause “Where is China Hiding Tibet’s Panchen Lama?”
• Saturday, May 17 at 1:00pm: 806 N Michigan (Water Tower), Group will gather for their cause “All Out for Nakba Day” ^
• Saturday, May 17 at 1:00pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Trump Fascist Regime Must Go Now!” *
• Saturday, May 17 at 2:00pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Bring Back Kilmar Abrego Garcia! Stop Attacks on Immigrants!” *
• Saturday, May 17 at 7:00pm: 1400 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Beyonce Concert”
• Sunday, May 18 at 7:00pm: 1400 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Beyonce Concert”
• Wednesday, May 21 at 9:00am: 121 N LaSalle (City Hall), Group will gather for their cause “Support the Fairshare Ordinance”
• Wednesday, May 21 at 5:30pm: 500 South Lake Shore Drive (Queens Landing), Group will gather for their cause “Ride of Silence 2025”
• Saturday, May 24 at 12:00pm: 400 N State to 300 S State, Group will gather for their event “Annual Memorial Day Parade”
• Saturday, May 24 at 7:00pm: 1400 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “AC/DC Concert”
• Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25: 100 S Columbus (Grant Park), Group will gather for their event “Suenos Music Festival”
• Sunday, May 25 at 2:00pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Protest Against Executive Order 14288 on the 5th Anniversary of George Floyd’s Murder”
• Wednesday, May 28 at 11:00am: 632 S Dearborn, Group will gather for their cause “Sustainability Lies: A March Against Greenwashing Genocide”
• Thursday, May 29 at 1:00pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group may gather for their cause “Disability Demo Rally”
• Friday, May 30 at 6:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather/ride for their cause “Critical Mass Bike Caravan”
• Friday, May 30 at 7:00pm: 1400 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “The Weeknd Concert”
• Saturday, May 31 at 11:00am: 300 E Randolph (Blue Cross/Blue Shield), Group will gather for their cause “Day of Action for Medicare for All”
• Saturday, May 31 at 11:00am: 60 W Superior (United Healthcare), Group will gather for their cause “Day of Action for Medicare for All”
• Saturday, May 31 at 7:00pm: 1400 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “The Weeknd Concert”
• Ongoing: Short-notice protests opposing current federal administration policies are anticipated to continue, including localized traffic and transit disruptions
• 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

^ = Pro=Palestinian event(s) commemorating nakba (catastrophe) mass displacement of 1948 * = Related anti-administration protests may merge in Federal Plaza; Possible march to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office at 101 W Ida B Wells

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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