In coordination with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security Group is actively 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 two-week chronological periods.
Anticipated Events and Protests
- Saturday, May 16 at 2:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “5th Annual Palestinian Flag Raising Ceremony”
- Saturday, May 16 at 8:00am: 700 S Wabash (Columbia College), Group will gather for their event “Manifest 2026 Arts Festival”
- Saturday, May 16 at 7:00pm: 1210 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Bruno Mars Concert”
- Sunday, May 17 at 7:00pm: 1210 Special Olympics (Soldier Field), Group will gather for their event “Bruno Mars Concert”
- Tuesday, May 19 at 12:30pm: 121 N LaSalle (City Hall), Group may gather for their cause “Resolution to Release a Community Leader”
- Wednesday, May 20 at 9:00am: 119 W Randolph (City Hall), Group may gather for their cause “Demand that the City and State Stop the Harmful Quantum Facility”
- Wednesday, May 20 at 11:30am: 111 W Grand (Maggiano’s Banquets), Group may gather for their cause “Protest Larry Snelling”
- Saturday, May 23 at 11:00am: Grant Park, Group will gather for their event “Suenos Music Festival” *
- Saturday, May 23 at 12:00pm: 300 N Dearborn, Group will gather/march for their cause “Chicago Memorial Day Parade” **
- Sunday, May 24 at 11:00am: Grant Park, Group will gather for their event “Suenos Music Festival” *
- Sunday, May 24 at 2:00pm: 400 N Michigan (Wrigley Building), Group may gather for their cause “Don’t Let Them Kill Us”
- Monday, May 25 at 10:00am: 24 E Wacker (Riverwalk), Group will gather for their event “Vets Say No: No War, No Cuts”
- Saturday, May 30 at 12:00pm: 22 E Roosevelt (CTA Red Line Station), Group will gather for their cause “Chicago Stop the Violence”
- Ongoing: As the school year ends, we note increased online postings about weekend teen “trend” gatherings at local beaches; Potential sites include North Avenue, 57th Street, Montrose
- Ongoing: Deployment of additional federal immigration agents, including Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) may continue; Counterprotests will be frequent and ongoing
- Ongoing: Short-notice protests opposing current federal administration policies will continue with localized traffic and transit disruptions
Notes/Analysis
* = Annual Latino music festival; was cancelled in 2025 due to ICE/CBP activity
** = Pre-parade ceremony and wreath laying at Daley Plaza, 50 W Washington; Parade on Dearborn due to construction on State
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 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.