A tribute to Quincy Jones, Master P’s last performance, and Jill Scott’s love letter to her city—this year’s festival blends ...

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Celebrating 30 years in the game, the rap icon will take audiences on a journey through his greatest hits, deep cuts, and fan ...

Essence Festival of Culture is offering a discount to Louisiana residents this year if they purchase tickets in-person at the ...

Flights, hotels, panels, and parties — here's how to make ESSENCE Festival work for your taxes (and your boss).

Hip Hop Mogul and NOLA native Master P taking a bow from music after Essence Fest 2025 performance ...

From guided meditations to engaging and intentional panels, this year's Wellness House has everything you need to rest.

For the flyest friend in your group chat, aspiring stylists, and style connoisseurs alike, here's what you should save time to attend at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.

Ari Lennox– who will be performing at the 30th annual ESSENCE Festival next month– has had a firm hold on the music industry since signing to J. Cole’s Dreamville Records in 2015. Whether she's ...

The Essence Music Festival is a marvelous celebration of African-American music ranging from rap to reggae. Louisiana is also a similar repository of black culture's lengthy legacy in America.