Prince Events
Here in Minneapolis, friends, fans and musicians join together throughout the year to honor and remember our purple star, Prince.
2nd Annual Prince Tribute Crawl
April 20, 2019
508 Bar + Grill
Be a part of the Biggest Charity Crawl In Minnesota. With your ticket you'll get 2 FREE Drinks, drink specials & Prince themed cocktails, live entertainment, and free cover at all participating venues.
Midwest Funk Association ft. Ron Trent and more
April 20, 2019
7th St Entry
Join Midwest Funk Association as they mark the third rotation since Prince left this Earthly Plane, and gather once again to celebrate the spirit of the patron saint of Minneapolis, on the dance floor, where it is meant to be done. On this night, pay tribute not just by playing music he created, but by exploring the sounds that influenced him and that he influenced.
Erotic City ft. Lenka Paris, DJ Shannon Blowtorch, Brother Jules, Mike 2600 and more
April 20, 2019
First Avenue
Erotic City a Prince Tribute with a funky twist, based out of Portland, OR will be performing at First Ave.
Purple Rain (1984) 35mm Presentation
April 21, 2019
The Parkway Theater
Join the Parkway Theater for a special screening this rare 35mm print of Prince's Purple Rain.
Prince Legacy Tours at the Capri
April 22-26, 2019
Capri Theater
Take a self-guided tour of the Capri Theater where Prince played his first concert as a solo artist. You'll see Greg Helgeson's stunning photos of Prince's 1/5/79 gig @ the Capri and the auditorium and stage where it all began.
Purple Family Meet & Greet II
April 23, 2019
Bunkers Music Bar & Grill
Party like it's 1999. Come and meet your Purple Family from all walks of life. Hang out with your favorite Jersey girl, the funkiest DJ around DJ Hightop(aka Alphonso Starr) with Special guest Martin Kember. Good Food, Good Music, Good Vibes, Good People. Celebrating the Life of Prince. All are welcome.
Starr Party II
April 24, 2019
The Pourhouse
Come celebrate the incredibly diverse and loving Prince community with music from DJ Hightop AKA Alphonso Starr, vocals from Martin Kember, free hugs, free henna, and a whole lot more!
Official Paisley 5 & Dime Celebration Kickoff Party
April 24, 2019
Gluek's Restaurant & Bar
This year will feature an early Author's Spotlight with the chance to meet Prince biographers and participate in a book signing , Live Music, Purple DJ's, and more surprise guests added constantly.
Sound 80 Studio Tour: Dylan, Digital, Punk, and a Young Prince
April 24 & 29, 2019
Orfield Lab
Discover the history of Sound 80, Minnesota's premier recording studio from the 1970s and early 1980s! Open for the first time to the public, local music historian Kristen Zschomler will lead the tour through the original studio spaces and will share the stories and sounds of some of the most important recordings to come out of Minnesota. Learn how Bob Dylan fixed his masterpiece Blood on the Tracks here with local musicians, including the Sound 80 house rhythm section; hear the story behind the world's first ever digital recording; see where The Suicide Commandoes captured the sound of the emerging Minneapolis punk/new wave scene; and explore where a young local artist, Prince Rogers Nelson, got "hip to Polymoogs", furthered his studio engineering mastery, and laid down the demo tracks that landed him his first recording contract when he was only 19 years old.
Prince Inspired HENNA & Coloring Party
April 25, 2019
ColorWheel Gallery
Enjoy local art, sweet treats & coloring pages from "Rated P 4 Funky" Prince inspired coloring book together at the #InspirationTable (Free & Open to Everyone). PLUS, guest artist - Victoria will be with be there offering HENNA (designs starting at $10). Adorn yourself with Bbautiful Henna designs and shop for local Art, PRINCE inspired icon art & memorabilia, beautiful jewelry, funky gifts, upCycled gently used global style clothing & fabrics, gently used social justice books & so many more unique inspired treasures that speak with diverse voices!
Celebration 2019
April 25-28, 2019
Paisley Park
The Celebration 2019 welcomes fans from around the world into an immersive four-day experience at Paisley Park honoring the life and legacy of Prince. Exclusive musical guests are set to perform including long-time Prince collaborator and friend Sheila E. Special guest speakers will participate in panel discussions and there will be special presentations highlighting Prince's talent.
Ticket Information:
Celebration 2018 VIP Pass: $1049
Celebration 2018 Pass: $549
Prince Rooftop Celebration: A Purple Dance Party
April 26, 2018
Union Rooftop
Join Larry Peace (DJ'd for Prince back in the day) as we celebrate the life of the Purple One from Minneapolis. Larry will roll out the hits, old school classics, and deep cuts.
Prince: In Concert and on the Big Screen, presented by Paisley Park
April 26, 2019
The Armory
As an extension of CELEBRATION 2019, Paisley Park will again be presenting an exclusive off-site concert event titled PRINCE: In Concert on the Big Screen. The concert will feature newly remastered and never-before-released audio and video of Prince accompanied live on The Armory stage by an all-star ensemble of musicians who performed alongside the icon throughout his storied career. The live concert experience will showcase Prince in his inimitable sound and style, highlighting the incendiary energy he brought to each performance. CELEBRATION 2019 VIP ticket holders will have the opportunity to attend an exclusive Dance Party at The Armory following the conclusion of the live concert Friday evening, hosted by DJ Kiss who Prince often invited to DJ his own private parties around the world and special events at Paisley Park.
The New Power Generation, Featuring The Music of Prince
April 27, 2019
Fine Line Music Cafe
The reunion of former members of the New Power Generation (NPG) - including a number of those in the original configuration - was born out of the official Prince Tribute concert in October, 2016. Given the overwhelming response to that historic event, Morris, Sonny T, Tommy Barbarella, Tony M, Damon D, and Levi Seacer met with one of Prince's former managers to discuss an official reunion in order to bring a live celebration of Prince and his music to 'fams' throughout the world. Thus, the birth of the NPG's tour featuring the music of Prince was underway. See them perform live at Minneapolis' Fine Line Music Cafe.
Love 2 the 9’s
April 27, 2019
The Parkway Theater
Part of The Parkway’s PRINCE CELEBRATION. Take a deep dive into the genius of the Purple One's catalog in an acoustic and intimate setting, late night, at The Parkway Theater in South Minneapolis. Featuring Prince’s longtime Keyboardist, Tommy Barbarella, on the grand piano, and the voice of Julius Collins. Also on hand will be Petar Janjic on percussion and Jeremy Ylvisaker on guitar. It's an exclusive night, and don't miss event!
