While the event is technically called the Essence Festival of Culture, one of its biggest draws is the nightly concert ...

ESSENCE Festival of Culture celebrated Black excellence through music, entrepreneurship, and community—while responding to ...

Night 3 brought together music legends and standout style moments under one roof. From diamond-crusted fits to timeless stage ...

From the Superdome to the Convention Center, the stars aligned in the Crescent City for a weekend of unforgettable Black ...

From soul-stirring performances to beauty-filled moments, this weekend was a reminder that moving at your own pace is its own ...

I vividly remember the very first National Fried Chicken Festival opening its gates in 2016 at a tiny park in New Orleans ...

Essence Festival in New Orleans' Superdome had issues. From scheduling to the Superlounges to the lack of a superstar, here ...

Essence Festival has served as a celebration of Black culture, creativity, and entrepreneurship for over 30 years. However, for 2025, the event sparked more critical conversations-both online and in ...

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

The singer says scheduling issues and "lack of technical preparedness" negatively impacted both her show and attendees' ...

Faces Controversy Over Target Sponsorship *The Essence Festival of Culture is known for celebrating Black excellence, music, ...

Over the years, SWV has mastered the art of blending streetwear with feminine flair. Ahead, a look at their most iconic style ...