Minneapolis Prince ‘Celebration 2024’ Schedule Revealed

Paisley Park has unveiled the schedule for their Minnesota Prince Celebration, set to kick off on June 20th-24th, with performances and panels honoring the 40th Anniversary of Purple Rain.

For the first time ever, the festivities expand beyond Paisley Park’s walls, pouring into downtown Minneapolis.

Today, Paisley Park also announced an expansion to honor Prince across North America. The Minneapolis event marks the first of seven Celebrations planned, symbolically reflecting Prince’s affinity for the number “7.” As part of this expansion, Prince’s legacy will be celebrated in six additional cities over the next year, culminating in a grand series of tributes to his timeless influence. This year’s tribute is just the opening act of a two-year Purple Rain commemoration, with part two set to coincide at next year’s celebration of the 41st anniversary of Purple Rain.

In partnership with First Avenue, Paisley Park presents The Revolution – Wendy, Lisa, Bobby Z, Brownmark, and Dr. Fink – performing in honor of the 40th anniversary of Purple Rain. The historic concerts will take place at the legendary First Avenue in Minneapolis on Friday, June 21st, and Saturday, June 22nd during Celebration. Morris Day, New Power Generation, and many more are set to perform during the festivities.

The weekend will be jam-packed with exciting activities, such as an all-day block party in downtown Minneapolis on Saturday, June 22nd. There will also be conversations and themed panels, DJ dance parties, screenings of HD films from the Purple Rain era, and additional surprises to come.

The celebration will maintain its tradition of spotlighting emerging talent through the New Artist Showcases, in line with Prince‘s vision of nurturing new and young artists.

Thursday, June 20
Exclusive Vault Listening Session at Paisley Park Soundstage
Tours of Paisley Park
Kickoff DJ Party at the Living Room Bar at the W Hotel with DJ Lenka

Friday, June 21
Paisley Park Tours All Day (Open to the public)
Concert Footage at State Theatre
Purple Rain Movie at State Theatre
Purple Rain Panel at State Theatre
The Revolution at First Avenue
DJ Dance Party with DJ Bakeshow Baker at First Avenue

Saturday, June 22
Paisley Park Tours All Day (Open to the public)
Welcome & Concert Footage at State Theatre
Purple Rain Panel at State Theatre
Block Party at Prince Mural in Downtown Minneapolis at 101 N 9th st
Purple Rain Musical Panel & Sneak Peak at State Theatre
Prince Legacy Award Presentation to Susan Rogers
Taj Farrant, NPG, Morris Day concert at State Theatre
DJ Dance Party

Sunday, June 23
Sunday Gospel Brunch at Paisley Park
Gospel Concert: James Grear & Company, Collide Worship & Darnell Davis & Remnant at Paisley Park
Panel with Susan Rogers at Paisley Park
Outdoor Lawn Activities, Live Music in Tent, Food Trucks VIP & GA Welcome at Paisley Park

Monday, June 24
VIP Cruise on Lake Minnetonka
Walkthrough Tour at Paisley Park
Outdoor Lawn Activities, Live Music in Tent, Food Trucks at Paisley Park
Performance by Liv Warfield

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