Chicago Activism Hub

Year of Struggle Celebration

Casa Michoacán, 1638 S Blue Island Ave, Chicago

April 19, 2025, 6 p.m. - April 19, 2025, 9 p.m.

Anti-War Committee Chicago is holding a fundraising event on Saturday, April 19th at Casa Michoacán for our future march, rally, and art build materials! Enjoy food, drinks, and bar service during a night of music and poetry performances; suggested donation is $15. Our organizing work brings d... More

Towards a Theory of Fascism for Anti-Fascist Life

Waterhed Art and Ecology, 1821 S. Racine Ave, Chicago

April 19, 2025, 2 p.m.

Pilsen Community Books presents author Brian Massumi in person in conversation with Matthew Goulish. Presented in partnership with Every house has a door. Free, no registration required. “I am the Chosen One!” With this exclamation Donald Trump crowns the national exceptionalism his bas... More

Block the Blockade

1434 West 51st Street, Chicago

April 19, 2025, 1 p.m. - April 19, 2025, 4 p.m.

The Blockade is bad for both sides - Showing the film Black in Cuba & discussion on Cuban solidarity & the benefits of ending the blockade. Join us as we watch the film Black in Cuba and discuss the benefits of ending the inhumane blockade on the people of Cuba and the US.... More

The People's Protest

Daley Plaza, Chicago (Washington St & Dearborn Ave)

April 19, 2025, noon - April 19, 2025, 2 p.m.

The event titled 'The People's Protest' is themed around 'Joy as Resistance,' and will take place at Daley Plaza. It's organized to bring people together and express protest through joy.... More

Community Resource Market

The MASK Block Academy, 75th & Stewart, 7500 S. Stewart Ave, Chicago

April 19, 2025, noon

Come through for fresh produce, groceries, pet food, hygiene items, diapers, and other essentials! Chicago United Solidarity Project creates radical systems of care to meet people’s basic needs while building solidarity and political power in Chicago’s frontline communities.... More

Seriously Hands Off! Rally

Randall & Silver Glen Road, South Elgin, IL

April 19, 2025, 11:30 a.m. - April 19, 2025, 1 p.m.

Join us for a rally on the sidewalks. Bring a friend, signs and flags for a peaceful protest!... More

Free Expungement Clinic

St Mark UMC, 8441 S. St Lawrence Ave, Chicago

April 19, 2025, 10 a.m. - April 19, 2025, 1 p.m.

Please join us this Saturday, April 19th for a free record expungement clinic. Walk-ins are welcome! We hope to see you there!... More

Laughs for Justice

Café Logan, 915 E. 60th St, Chicago

April 18, 2025, 6 p.m. - April 18, 2025, 8 p.m.

Artist Cristina Rojas-Moises, whose work is featured in the BA Thesis Exhibition “All Walls Fall”, is partnering UChicago’s stand-up comedy club Life of the Mic for an open mic fundraiser at Café Logan this Friday, April 18. Entry is free; all donations collected at the event will go to Madres Bu... More

Roots and Rhythms: Afrolatine Music and Global Liberation

University of Chicago, The Reynolds Club, McCormick Lounge, 5706 S. University Ave, Chicago

April 18, 2025, 5:30 p.m. - April 18, 2025, 7:30 p.m.

We invite you to an evening of rhythm, resistance, and community at Roots and Rhythms: Afrolatine Music and Global Liberation! Come vibe with us as we celebrate Afrolatine identity through music, art, and food, all while reflecting on global struggles for liberation. We’ll uplift local artists, s... More

What’s Left: Three Paths Through the Planetary Crisis

Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena Ave, Cicago

April 17, 2025, 6:30 p.m.

In this inaugural event in the Haymarket Presents speakers series, best-selling author Malcolm Harris will be joined by activist-historian Gabriel Winant for a conversation on Harris’s new book, What’s Left: Three Paths Through the Planetary Crisis. Live at Haymarket House and streaming online.... More

Social to Support May Day Organizing!

1901 W. Carroll Street, Chicago

April 17, 2025, 5:30 p.m.

Join us for a night of unity, drinks, music, and thoughtful discussion of how to mobilize for May Day and beyond.... More

We Keep Us Safe: Know Your Rights Training

University of Chicago, Swift Lecture Hall, 3rd floor, 1025 E 58th St, Chicago

April 17, 2025, 5:30 p.m. - April 17, 2025, 7 p.m.

Join ACSA, FSJP, MECHA, MSA, PASC, and SJP for a hybrid Know Your Rights training this Thursday, April 17th, from 5:30 pm to 7 pm. Hear from lawyers and advocates about the current wave of repression, visa revocation, and detention; about the status of legal challenges to them; and about how the ... More

The People's University

University Hall Lawn, University of Illinois at Chicago

April 17, 2025, noon

National Day of Action for Higher Education. 12 Noon - Rally 1 PM - Resource Fair including community teach-ins and yoga on the lawn 3:30 PM - Teach-in - The assault on humanities and human rights (at UIC forum)... More

Tax Day Protest

Scoville Park, 800 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL

April 15, 2025, 5:30 p.m. - April 15, 2025, 6:30 p.m.

Rise to resist U.S. policies that erase human rights and destroy communities. Hands off DEI / Stop All Deportations / Protect Trans Rights / Support Palestinian Rights / Defend Free Speech Let's keep the momentum going! Join us for a Tax Day Rally for Human Rights and Democracy. Bring the fami... More

No Taxes for Tyrants Rally & March

Naperville Woman's Club, 14 S. Washington, Naperville, IL

April 15, 2025, 5:30 p.m. - April 15, 2025, 6:30 p.m.

Wear your walking shoes and bring your best signs!... More

Emergency Rally - Sanctuary Campus Now!

University of Chicago, Levi Hall, 5801 S. Ellis, Chicago

April 15, 2025, 12:30 p.m.

We are calling on students, faculty, and community members to join us in demanding protection for our international and immigrant community. Seven of our classmates have already had their visas revoked without warning. This is a part of a long, violent legacy that targets immigrants, international s... More

Stand Up for Trans Youth Against Hate

725 Normantown Rd, Romeoville, IL

April 14, 2025, 7 p.m.

A rally calling for support and standing against hate directed at transgender youth. Valley View School District, 365U Board Meeting.... More

Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution

Haymarket House, 800 W. Buena, Chicago

April 13, 2025, 3 p.m. - April 13, 2025, 5 p.m.

Film showing & discussion. Join the Chicago Tempest Collective for "Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution," a 2020 award winning documentary film by Nicole Newnham and James JeBrect. Stick around after for a conversation about the film and refreshments.... More

Pro-Choice Catholicism 101 Workshop

Edgewater Public Library, 6000 N. Broadway Ave, Meeting Room A/B, Chicago

April 13, 2025, 2 p.m. - April 13, 2025, 4 p.m.

Loyola University bans reproductive rights activism on campus, so Students for Reproductive Justice are having this event at the nearby Edgewater Public Library. Please join us for an interactive workshop with two leaders of Catholics for Choice! Free food and drinks. Mary had a choice. You... More