We have received information indicating multiple public gatherings and protests scheduled for Friday, August 27th through Saturday, September 11th. Tentative info for the protest activity is listed below:
Scheduled Protests/Assemblies
Friday, August 27th, 2021
- 12:00 pm at 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Ukrainian Flag Raising Ceremony.”
- 5:00 pm at 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Critical Mass Bicycle Caravan.”
Saturday, August 28th, 2021
- 10:00 am at 1200 N LaSalle (Planned Parenthood). The group will gather for their cause “Planned Parenthood Outreach.”
- 12:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Abolish ICE / No Kids in Cages / Biden Close the Camps.”
- 2:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Afghanistan Emergency Protest in Chicago.”
Wednesday, September 1st. 2021
- 10:00 am at 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park). The group will gather/march for their cause “Super Straight Parade.”
- 4:00 pm at 900 N Michigan. The group will gather for their cause “People’s Dance Party for Care, Climate, and Citizenship.”
Friday, September 3rd, 2021
- 4:00 pm at 100 W Randolph (Thompson Center). The group will gather for their cause “Gun Violence State of Emergency.”
Thursday, September 9th, 2021
- 7:30 pm at 1549 Museum Campus Drive (Gold Star Memorial), Group will gather for their cause “Chicago Police Department Candlelight Vigil.”
Saturday, September 11th, 2021
- 10:00 am at 800 W 18th Street to 1900 W 18th Street. The group will gather/march for their cause “Mexican Independence Day of Pilsen.”
- 12:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Demand 9/11 Memorial for Stolen Lives of Police Brutality.”
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
- NotifyChicago Notification System – Click Here
- City of Chicago Emergency Guidance for Evacuation and Shelter-In-Place – 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).