We have received information indicating multiple public gatherings and protests scheduled for Thursday, October 29th through Wednesday, November 4th. Tentative info for the protest activity is listed below:
Scheduled Protests/Assemblies
Daily Protests
- 2:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Day After Day Demand Trump/Pence Out Now!” [Through Election]
Thursday, October 29th, 2020
- 6:00 pm at N Michigan and E Madison (Millennium Park). The group will gather for their cause “Save Our Children / BLM Protest (QAnon).”
Friday, October 30th, 2020
- 5:00 pm at 1412 W Washington (Fraternal Order of Police). The group will gather for their cause “Black Lives Matter: FOP Endorses Racist Trump.”
- 5:00 pm at 201 E Randolph (Millennium Park). The group will gather for their cause “Justice 4 Walter: Chicago Stands in Solidarity w/Philadelphia.”
Saturday, October 31st, 2020
- 8:00 am at S Michigan and E Ida B Wells (Grant Park). The group will gather for their cause “Chicago: October Justice Walk/Run.”
- 11:30 am at N Michigan sidewalk (Millennium Park). The group will gather for their cause “Stand Against Domestic Violence” silent protest.
- 2:00 pm at 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Serbians for Trump Rally.”
Sunday, November 1st, 2020
- 4:00 pm at 211 S Clark (Federal Plaza near USPS). The group will gather for their cause “A New Nigeria is Coming #EndSars.”
Monday, November 2nd, 2020
- 3:00 pm at 230 S Dearborn (Federal Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Election Eve: Demand Trump/Pence Out Now!”
Wednesday, November 4th, 2020
- 4:00 pm at 50 W Washington (Daley Plaza). The group will gather for their cause “Rally to Defend the Election.”
Saturday, November 7th, 2020
- 4:00 pm at 120 E Delaware. The group will gather for their cause “Stop Major Fundraiser True Blue Event.”
Additional Notes
- Anticipate election evening (November 3rd) gatherings at public spaces such as Daley Plaza, Federal Plaza, Millennium Park.
- Anticipate short-notice or spontaneous demonstrations beginning on November 4th and every following day if there is no clear winner in the national election.
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).