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

Organizers said with ongoing renovations, many original Superlounge spaces were unavailable. NEW ORLEANS — Essence Festival ...

The Essence Festival of Culture concerts are held from July 4 to July 6 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans. Friday: ...

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

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

From concerts to food expos, a wellness house, and film creator talks, these are the can’t-miss events happening during ...

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

Essence Festival 2025 kicks off with press conference; Leaders address lower attendance this year ...

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

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The Essence Festival of Culture is behind its record 2024 levels of participation, but New Orleans tourism officials are OK ...

ABC News Linsey Davis sits down with former Essence Magazine editor-in-chief Susan L. Taylor and chief content officer Michele Ghee about this year’s Essence Fest in New Orleans.