Rise & Remember Festival

East 38th St & Chicago Ave S,Minneapolis MN 55407

27 May, 2023

Description

On May 25th, 2020, George Floyd was murdered by the Minneapolis Police Department at the intersection of 38th Street E and Chicago Avenue S. People from all over the world gathered to protest, stand in solidarity, and demand justice. In the wake of George's death, thousands of people came together in community and occupied what is now known as George Floyd Square. Join us at the 3rd Annual Rise & Remember Festival to honor George Floyd and celebrate each other, as well as the work we have done together. In the spirit of Ubuntu, we pay recognition to our neighbors, caretakers, protesters, community members, and the thousands of people who came and made George Floyd Square possible. The festival will feature: A concert from a surprise national artistLive performancesA self-care fairA sports zoneA kid's zoneAn art exhibitionFood from a diverse set of vendorsMutual AidBlack-Owned business vendorsInspirational speakersHotel Block Information:Book your group rate for GFGM Rise & Remember