Essence Festival addressed confusion around this year’s Superlounge at the Caesars Superdome, sharing why the experience was ...

After decades of hits, highs and lows in hip hop, the iconic rapper says everything has changed. Why he's ready to move on ...

From first-timers to longtime fans, festival goers and vendors alike celebrate the spirit, joy, and representation at one of ...

The business mogul joined Syrita Steib, Derwin Scott, Zach Jackson, and Spectacular Smith for a powerful conversation on ...

From concerts to food expos, a wellness house, and film creator talks, these are the can’t-miss events happening during ...

Essence Festival apologizes for confusion over the new format for the Superlounge stage in New Orleans' Superdome ...

New Essence Festival leaders hope 2025 curations, multi-artist, themed showcases in New Orleans' Caesars Superdome over the ...

Essence Magazine launched the Essence Festival of Culture in 1995 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the publication. Last ...

Photographers take photos of Essence staff, city leaders, and New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, center, as they stand on ...

The festival will be held on July 3 through July 6 and will include many musical performances, including Boys II Men, Master ...

Essence Festival is celebrating 31 years of culture and excellence in New Orleans, featuring over 200 vendors.

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – JULY 06: (L-R) Bettina Fisher, Janet Hubert and Taylor K. Shaw speak onstage for the “Animating ...