Chicago Events and Demonstrations: May 1 to May 15, 2023
In cooperation with our cross-sector public safety partners, Titan Security is monitoring the following activities in or near the Chicago Loop.
Anticipated Events/Protests
- Monday, May 1 at 12:00pm: 1501 W Randolph (Union Park), Group will gather/march for their cause “May Day March for Immigration and Labor Rights”
- Monday, May 1 at 3:30pm: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather/march for their cause “International May Day 2023: Take to the Streets!”
- Monday, May 1 at 3:30pm: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their cause “Justice for Lil Red” *
- Friday, May 5 at 11:30am: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “First Amendment Press Conference”
- Friday, May 5 at 5:30pm: Location(s) TBD, Group will gather drive for their event “Bring Out Your Flags” **
- Saturday, May 6 at 11:30am: E Balbo and S Columbus, Group will gather for their event “2023 Polish Constitution Day Parade”
- Saturday, May 6 at 6:00pm: 190 N State (ABC 7), Group will gather/drive for their cause “Human Rights Violations in Pakistan Car Caravan”
- Wednesday, May 10 at 12:00pm: 225 N Michigan (Michigan Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Rally for Access to Essential Treatment for Alzheimer’s”
- Wednesday, May 10 at 4:00pm: 121 N LaSalle (City Hall), Group will gather for their cause “Justice for Lil Red” *
- Wednesday, May 10 at 4:00pm: 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Memorial May Rally: Restore The True Meaning of Memorial Day”
- Friday, May 12 at 4:00pm: 22 E Roosevelt (CTA Red Line Stop), Group will gather for their cause “Justice for Jordan Neely! Mental Health Matters!”
- Saturday, May 13 at 11:00am: 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park), Group will gather for their cause “Mother’s Rebellion 2023”
- Saturday, May 13 at 11:00am: 1200 S Lake Shore (Shedd Aquarium), Group will gather for their cause “Empty the Tanks Worldwide”
- Saturday, May 13 at 12:00pm: 8 S Michigan, Group will gather for their cause “Protest Fake Crisis Pregnancy Centers”
- Saturday, May 13 at 1:00pm: 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza), Group will gather for their cause “Rally to Defend the Right to Strike!”
- Sunday, May 14 at 2:00pm: 806 N Michigan (Water Tower), Group will gather for their cause “Free Azov Defenders”
Notes/Analysis
* = One of several small protests planned under this group/title
** = Cinco de Mayo car caravan event sponsored by various Mexican American car clubs; expect localized traffic disruptions
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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