Article Contributed by ASHTON-MAGNUSON MEDIA
Published on 2026-02-23
Ahead of their sold-out performance at the Palace Theatre in St. Paul later in the evening, iconic punk band Dropkick Murphys will perform a free, acoustic memorial concert in Minneapolis on March 6, 2026, honoring the lives of Alex Pretti and Renée Good, as well as the entire Twin Cities community. The concert will start at 1pm.
The event will take place near the site where Alex Pretti was murdered — a location that has become a focal point of community remembrance and solidarity. Many local artists, activists and musicians will also contribute to an afternoon of tribute and remembrance. Local organizations involved include: Neighbors Helping Neighbors, Show Up for Eat Street, Immigrant Law Center and South Minneapolis Families Fund.
Valor Media and the Save America Movement will produce a free global livestream to reach audiences across the country and around the world:
Livestream link: AbolishICE.live
Meidas Touch will stream the concert live as well, ensuring maximum global reach.
Pretti, a 37-year-old VA ICU nurse and Minneapolis resident, and Good, 37, were both deeply connected to the Twin Cities community. This memorial event seeks to honor their lives while bringing people together in unity, healing, and support for impacted families.
Ken Casey, frontman of Dropkick Murphys, shared his feelings ahead of the performance:
“We are so proud of how Minnesota stood up and met this moment and we are so sad for the community and for the Pretti and Good families for what they’ve gone through, so it is an honor to come down and be able to play some music for the people and let them know we stand in solidarity with them.”
Anna Schmitz, Executive Director of Whittier Alliance and one of the lead local organizers of the event, said:
“We’re looking forward to having a time for the community to come together to honor Alex’s life and show the strength, resilience, and beauty of this neighborhood.”
While attendance is free, this concert and livestream will help fundraise for organizations that are directly assisting individuals, families, and small businesses across the Twin Cities:
Beneficiaries include:
Rent Fundraiser — Supporting Neighbors Helping Neighbors in paying rent for hundreds of families across the Twin Cities metro:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/a4ar9-twin-cities-ice-relief-fund
Eat Street Fundraiser — Direct support for small businesses along Eat Street recovering from recent events:
https://showupforeatstreet.com/
Immigrant Law Center — Providing critical legal services and advocacy for immigrants and families:
https://ilcm.org
South Minneapolis Families Fund — Supporting families in need in South Minneapolis:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-south-minneapolis-families-in-need
Aside from the Dropkick Murphys, the following artists will also perform: Wild Colonial Bhoys, DJ Jacques, Kiss the Tiger, Sophie Hiroko, Chutes, Laamar, Obi Original and The Shackletons.
Jacob Thomas, Communications Director for Common Defense, a Unite for Veterans Coalition Member, US Air Force Veteran, and Minneapolis resident, said:
“Minnesota has endured so much tragedy over these past few months and yet through it all Minneapolis stood strong, protected our neighbors, and cared for each other. The impact on the community, however, will be long lasting. This concert provides a space for the community to come together to honor Alex and Renee and to raise needed funds to help.”
Mary Corcoran, Co-Founder of Save America Movement, said:
“This memorial concert is a moment for reflection, unity, and action. Alex and Renée touched so many lives — through compassion, service, and their deep love for this community. We are honored to help bring people together in celebration of their lives and to raise meaningful support for families and neighbors who need it most.”
Concert Details:
What: Alex Pretti & Renée Good Memorial Concert (Free Acoustic Performance)
Who: Dropkick Murphys & Local Minneapolis Artists
When: March 6, 2026, Starting at 1pm
Where: Memorial site, Minneapolis (near Eat Street)
Livestream Presented by: Save America Movement & Valor Media — Free online access at AbolishICE.live
