We have received information indicating multiple public gatherings and protests scheduled for Tuesday, April 6th through Thursday, April 22nd. Tentative info for the protest activity is listed below:
Scheduled Protests/Assemblies
Ongoing Protests through April
- Unknown time at 110 N Carpenter (McDonald’s HQ). The group will gather for their cause “Don’t Be McFooled. Stop Systemic Racism.”
Wednesday, April 7th, 2021
- 11:15 am at 1200 S Lake Shore (Shedd Aquarium) to 100 W Randolph (Thompson Center). The group will gather for their cause “We Want to Work Drive-By Protest for 10,000 Jobs!” (Weekly protest on Wednesdays)
Thursday, April 8th, 2021
- 5:30 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Recovery Recess – Rally to Demand Democracy: Fighting for the Freedom to Vote!”
Sunday, April 11th, 2021
- 10:30 am at 801 S Loomis (Arrigo Park). The group will gather for their cause “Save Columbus, Save Chicago Arrigo Park Rally.”
- 12:00 pm at 700 N Michigan (Saks Fifth Avenue). The group will gather for their cause “Saks Fifth Avenue Fur Protest.”
- 1:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Chicago Farmers Protest – Rally to Support Indian Farmers.”
Friday, April 16th, 2021
- 5:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “End Student Loan Debt Protest.”
Saturday, April 17th, 2021
- 12:00 pm at 401 N Wabash (Trump Tower). The group will gather for their cause “Chicago Trump Flag Wave/Rally and March.”
Wednesday, April 21st, 2021
- 9:00 am at 100 W Randolph (Thompson Center). The group will gather for their cause “Pass the People’s Ordinance!”
Thursday, April 22nd, 2021
- Approximate date of Floyd/Chauvin verdict announcement; expect short-notice events (including “Verdict Action: Chauvin Murder Trial” expected in Federal Plaza).
Safety Tips:
- 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
- If you see an unattended bag, alert police as quickly as possible
Additional Resources:
- Demonstration Building Security Preparedness Checklist – Click Here
- BOMA/Chicago Best Practices Guide for Civil Unrest/Disturbances/Protests – Click Here
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).