Iconic sports venue Madison Square Garden to host NYPD, staff at private concert amid 'Thank You' effort

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The "Thank You, NYPD" campaign unveiled the next step in its ongoing effort to show appreciation for those in blue.

Later this month, the iconic sports and entertainment venue will host an exclusive concert. Attendees will see a star-studded lineup featuring Cyndi Lauper, John Fogerty, rapper and New York Knicks fan Fat Joe and others.

"Today, we announced ‘Thank You, NYPD,’ a campaign encouraging all New Yorkers to thank the New York City Police Department for its service to our great city!" Madison Square Garden said on Wednesday in a post on X.

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Amini performed at Madison Square Garden on Feb. 15, 2026. (Plexi Images/GHI/UCG/Universal Images Group)

Uniformed police officers and civilian staff members, as well as their loved ones, will be invited to the private event, which is scheduled to take place March 28. "The Garden" also urged New York residents to submit individual "thank you" videos.

Comedians Chris Distefano and Sam Morril are also among the group of confirmed performers for the special show.

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The event will take place rent-free, with MSG announcing that all production and operating costs will be covered by donations.

Ahead of the show, Lauper praised the NYPD and emphasized unity and support across New York City.

"I am happy to show my appreciation for the brave members of the NYPD by performing at this MSG event. We are all New Yorkers, and the NYPD is such an important part of our community," the two-time Grammy Award winner said in a statement.  "I am a lifelong New