The Essence Festival of Culture kicked off Friday, drawing thousands to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center for a full slate of daytime events, including entertainment, empowerment seminars, ...

Our panelists of wine savants briillantly broke down the history, culture, and impact of wine to our festivgoers.

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

From health to hair care, the experts broke down exactly how artificial intelligence is shaping Black futures and why we can’t afford to sit this one out.

From Billie Jean's masterclass demo to a hair journey talk with Camille Rose, day one at the Beautycon stage delivered major ...

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

New Orleans and nearby parishes prepare for a vibrant Independence Day weekend with ESSENCE Fest, riverfront fireworks, ...

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

Some members of the Black business community in New Orleans say they feel shut out by Essence Fest organizers.

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

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

With tens of thousands of visitors arriving, both locals and tourists can expect congestion throughout the city.