NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – JULY 04: Singer Lauryn Hill performs on Night 1 during the 2025 Essence Festival Of Culture at ...

Friday evening’s concert series delivered unforgettable performances, proving why this event remains a staple in Black music.

GloRilla performs onstage during Day 1 of the 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture presented by Coca-Cola at Caesars Superdome on ...

She showcased her taut arms and toned legs while singing her hits in front of enthusiastic fans in the Superlounge. The body ...

While musicians like Jill Scott, Maxwell, Master P and GloRilla rock the Caesars Superdome each night during the Essence ...

Many of the culinary stations at Essence are New Orleans based, but there are plenty of Black-owned spots to visit around ...

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

This is the largest transfer of wealth from poor, working, and middle-class Americans to billionaires in American history," ...

Essence Festival 2025 kicked off with standout street style looks that turned New Orleans into a fashion runway. From floral ...

Noel Braham and Shavone Charles explored how AI is reshaping film jobs—and why Black creatives must embrace the technology to ...

EFOC weekend is non-stop. Here’s where to cool down, stretch out, hydrate, and take a much-needed beat in the Big Easy.

In addition to giving ESSENCE Festival attendees the very best in music, entertainment and wellness at this year’s festival happening July 4th weekend, we’re also giving participants a chance ...