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

Opening night at the Superdome ran late, with R&B star Lauryn Hill closing her set at 3:37 a.m. after being added to the ...

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

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

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

L ast night, the 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture celebrated ESSENCE magazine’s 55th anniversary with the first night of this year’s evening concert series. And, on God’s time, the much anticipated ...

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

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 ...