George Floyd remembered: Events planned to mark 5 years since death

After George Floyd: The Mural

To mark the 5-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder, FOX 9 has been speaking with many people in the community as part of its "After Floyd: 5 years, 5 stories" series airing every night at 9 p.m. This episode focuses on the now-famous mural found at George Floyd Square.

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Events are planned in Minneapolis this weekend to mark five years since George Floyd was killed.

Death of George Floyd

The backstory:

George Floyd died on May 25, 2020, at the hands of Minneapolis police. This Sunday marks five years since his killing at 38th and Chicago in Minneapolis.

Events are planned throughout the weekend to honor Floyd's life.

George Floyd remembrance events

Timeline:

Events are planned throughout the weekend, including the Rise and Remember Festival, which will honor Floyd's life. Here's a look at some of the planned remembrances:

Day of Remembrance

Friday, May 23
8 a.m.: Interfaith Prayer Gathering at Minneapolis City Hall, 350 S 5th St, Minneapolis, MN
12:30 p.m.: Moment of Silence at George Floyd Square, 38th and Chicago
5 p.m.: Art Highlights, Art Heals, Art Activates at Minneapolis Institute of Art, 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN

Night of Honor dinner and concert