Minneapolis Shines Bright at 8th Annual Prince Celebration: A Tribute to 40 Years of Purple Rain

Paisley Park Hosts Unforgettable Weekend Of Music, Panels, And Celebrations Honoring Prince’s Legacy

Notable Performances By Morris Day, Npg, The Revolution, Judith Hill, Liv Warfield, Taj Farrant, And More

The City Of Minneapolis Honors June 2024 As The 40th Anniversary Of Purple Rain

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July 1, 2024 – Minneapolis radiated with the energy of Prince devotees from around the globe as fans united to pay homage to the iconic musician and celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Purple Rain. The Minneapolis Prince Celebration 2024 offered an immersive experience filled with Purple Rain-themed programming, electrifying performances by renowned artists, and thought-provoking panel discussions throughout downtown Minneapolis and Paisley Park — Prince’s iconic private estate, active museum, recording studio, and concert venue. The weekend served as a vibrant homage to Prince’s enduring legacy and his indelible cultural influence.

From June 20th through June 24th, the Minneapolis Prince Celebration welcomed special guests for insightful conversations and appearances. Among the event's highlights were unforgettable live performances by funk legend Morris Day, members of Prince’s band New Power Generation (NPG), The Revolution (Wendy Melvoin, Lisa Coleman, Bobby Z, BrownMark, and Dr. Fink) with special guest Judith Hill, Taj Farrant, Liv Warfield, vocal ensemble James Grear & Company, Collide Worship, and award-winning gospel performer Darnell Davis & Remnant, and more. Guests also enjoyed the first-ever Prince Celebration Block Party and an exclusive sneak peek of the stage adaptation of Purple Rain, offering a glimpse into Prince’s artistic journey and creative genius. The event also honored Prince’s esteemed collaborator, producer & engineer Susan Rogers, with the Prince Lifetime Legacy Award, highlighting her invaluable contributions to Prince's musical legacy.

Prince’s former attorney, manager and friend, L. Londell McMillan shares, “Thanks to everyone who made Prince Celebration 2024 a resounding success! In his cherished home, we honored Prince's legacy with music, heartfelt conversations, and memorable events on the 8th anniversary of his passing. As we commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Purple Rain, expect more celebrations and music that honor Prince's enduring impact and inspire generations to come. Stay tuned for part two of this year-long Celebration of Purple Rain.”

The resounding success of this year’s Minneapolis Prince Celebration is a testament to Prince's enduring influence. On June 27, 2024, the City of Minneapolis passed a resolution recognizing June 2024 as the 40th Anniversary of Purple Rain. The city stated, “Prince, The Revolution, and ‘Purple Rain’ will always be celebrated and revered in the city of Minneapolis for their artistry, creativity, and genius that they brought to our community.”

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L-R: Scott March (former Personal Security for Prince, Security at Paisley Park), Patrick Adams (Security & Productions, Paisley Park), Makeyla Elder (Museum Collections Manager, Paisley Park), Minneapolis Council Member, Andrea Jenkins, Londell (former Manager and Lawyer for Prince), Sarah Tierney (Operations Manager, Paisley Park), Johnny N. Nelson (Prince's Nephew)

The City of Minneapolis Honors the 40th Anniversary of Purple Rain

High-resolution photos and video highlights from Prince Celebration 2024 are available upon request.

Below is a rundown of the weekend’s highlights.

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Prince Celebration attendees tour Paisley Park on Thursday, June 20th

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The Revolution performs at First Avenue with Judith Hill on Friday, June 21

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Attendees enjoy the first-ever Prince Block Party in Downtown Minneapolis on Saturday, June 22

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Attendees enjoy a first-ever sneak peak of the stage adaptation of Purple Rain on Saturday, June 22

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Morris Day performs at Prince Celebration 2024 at State Theatre on Saturday, June 22

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L-R MacKenzie, Tony Mosley of New Power Generation perform at Prince Celebration 2024 at State Theatre on Saturday, June 22

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Taj Farrant performs at Prince Celebration 2024 at State Theatre on Saturday, June 22

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Susan Rogers accepts The Prince Lifetime Legacy Award at State Theatre on Saturday, June 22

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Susan Rogers speaks at Paisley Park on Sunday, June 23rd

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Liv Warfield performs at Paisley Park Outdoor Festival on Monday, June 24th

ABOUT PAISLEY PARK

Paisley Park is Prince’s private estate, an active museum, recording studio, and concert venue in Chanhassen, MN. The museum is open for public tours, giving fans of the music icon the unprecedented opportunity to tour the legendary, 65,000-square-foot complex that served as the center of Prince’s creative universe. Guided tours lead visitors through the magical spaces of Paisley Park, including studios where Prince recorded, produced and mixed many of his biggest hits; exhibit spaces that chronicle films like the global hit Purple Rain; Prince’s private NPG Music Club; and a massive soundstage and concert hall where Prince rehearsed for concert tours and held exclusive events and concerts. For more information, visit PaisleyPark.com.

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For more information on Celebration and/or Paisley Park, please email Rebecca Shapiro, Mike Jones and Moya Crowley at PaisleyParkPR@ShoreFire.com