We have received information indicating multiple public gatherings and protests scheduled for Wednesday, May 5th through Saturday, May 15th. Tentative info for the protest activity is listed below:
Scheduled Protests/Assemblies
Wednesday, May 5th, 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).
Friday, May 7th, 2021
- 9:00 am at 225 E Chicago (Lurie Children’s Hospital). The group will gather for their cause “Mother’s Day Moratorium.”
- 11:00 am at 29 E North Ave (G.V. Black Statue). The group will gather for their cause “Tell JB to Set our Loved Ones Free this Mother’s Day!”
- 12:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Global Protest to Defund Line 3.”
Saturday, May 8th, 2021
- 8:00 am at 1200 N LaSalle (Planned Parenthood). The group will gather for their cause “Stand for Life Chicago.”
- 10:30 am at 1200 S Lake Shore (Shedd Aquarium). The group will gather for their cause “Empty the Tanks Worldwide – Chicago.”
- 12:00 pm at various locations. The group will gather for their cause “John Lewis National Action Day.”
- 1:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Chicago #SaveSheikhJarrah Rally at Federal PLaza.”
- 2:30 pm at 1000 N Lake Shore (Oak Street Beach). The group will gather for their cause “Walk for Tigray/Silent Protest to End the Genocide on Tigray.”
- 3:00 pm 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park). The group will gather for their event “Trend (Teen Meet Up).”
- 4:00 pm at various loop locations. The group will gather for their cause “Marchemos Pacificamente Por Nuestro Pais – Let’s March Peacefully for Our Country (Colombia).”
Monday, May 10th, 2021
- 9:00 am at 400 E Illinois (Chicago Yacht Club). The group will gather for their cause “Lap the Lake Rally.”
Thursday, May 13th, 2021
- 11:45 am at 646 N Michigan (Starbucks). The group will gather for their cause “Chicago: Protest Starbucks for Vegan Milk Surcharge.”
Friday, May 14th, 2021
- 6:00 pm at 806 N Michigan (Water Tower Place). The group will gather for their cause “No Justice No Peace: Take Over Water Tower.”
Saturday, May 15th, 2021
- To be determined time at 337 E Randolph (Maggie Daley Park). The group will gather for their cause “World Wide Rally for Freedom: Chicago.”
Monday, May 17th, 2021
- 5:00 pm at W Adams and S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause Tax Day Protest.”
Wednesday, May 19th, 2021
- 11:30 am at 1501 W Randolph (Union Park). The group will gather for their cause “Day of Action for $15.”
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).