We have received information indicating multiple public gatherings and protests scheduled for Wednesday, June 16th through Sunday, June 27th. Tentative info for the protest activity is listed below:
Scheduled Protests/Assemblies
Wednesday, June 16th, 2021
- 12:00 pm at 735 N State (Holy Name Cathedral). The group will gather for their cause “For Faith and Life Rally.”
Thursday, June 17th, 2021
- 1:00 pm at 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “1K Summer March.”
- 4:30 pm at 625 N Michigan (British Consulate). The group will gather for their cause “Defend Courageous Journalism! Defend Julian Assange!”
Friday, June 18th, 2021
- 11:00 pm at 320 E Roosevelt (Grant Park, Former Site of Columbus Statue). The group will gather for the cause ““F*ck That Colonizer.”
Saturday, June 19th, 2021
- 10:00 am at 701 S State. The group will gather for their cause “March US 2021.”
Sunday, June 20th, 2021
- 2:00 pm at Howard/Clark to Chicago Loop. The group will gather for their cause “Car Caravan to Demand an End to the Economic War Against Cuba!” (Please note: Car caravan meeting on far north side, group has expressed intent to drive into Loop)
Monday, June 21st, 2021
- 11:00 am at 121 N LaSalle (City Hall). The group will gather for their cause “March with the Coalition for Peace.”
Friday, June 25th, 2021
- 6:00 pm at 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Chicago Critical Mass Bicycle Caravan.”
Saturday, June 26th, 2021
- 12:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Abolish ICE & No Kids in Cages.”
- 3:00 pm at 377 E Monroe (Butler Field). The group will gather for their cause “Pride in the Park 2021.”
Sunday, June 27th, 2021
- 12:00 pm at 121 N LaSalle (City Hall). The group will gather for their cause “Pride Without Prejudice March.”
- 3:00 pm at 377 E Monroe (Butler Field). The group will gather for their cause “Pride in the Park 2021.”
Sunday, July 4th, 2021
- 12:00 pm at 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park). The group will gather for their cause (2nd annual March/Boycott 4th of July: 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
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).