We know. You were refreshing our feed. You were texting the group chat like, “They better not play with us this year.”. The first wave of the lineup is here. Boyz II Men. Davido. Maxwell. Master P. GloRilla. The Isley Brothers. Nas. Summer Walker. Jermaine Dupri presents an

Get ready to say “Uhh!” one last time—because the Ice Cream Man himself is coming home for a historic send-off!. Master P, the iconic mogul and mastermind behind No Limit Records, is taking his final bow at the 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture® in none other than his beloved

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ESSENCE Festival 2025 is Made Like This—a celebration of our culture, our power, and our legacy. Tickets are on sale now, and this year, we’re bringing even more unforgettable moments to New Orleans. From iconic performances to conversations that move the culture forward, this

New Orleans artist Tahj "Queen Tahj" Williams is the first Black woman to design the Super Bowl logo and theme art for Super Bowl LIX. Her intricate beadwork honors the Black Masking tradition, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of New Orleans on football's biggest stage.

Our hearts are with the city of New Orleans, its residents, and everyone affected by the tragic events that occurred on New Year’s Day. New Orleans, a city deeply rooted in culture, faith, resilience, and community, is home to ESSENCE. On a day signifying renewal, nothing can

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It's time!!!. One thing about ESSENCE Fest—we’re always going to show love to Black-owned businesses. Want to showcase your brand at the biggest celebration of Black culture? SOKO MRKT is where it’s at! Applications are officially OPEN for #ESSENCEFest 2025. Don’t miss your

This is the ultimate Sunday ritual of spiritual communion through song, dance, and fellowship. This hallmark of Essence Fest invites people of all denominations and faiths to this praise report in real life. If you don’t know what to expect, this is where you put down your

We know Tabitha for her humor, relatable wisdom, and refreshing take on food. She is a connector and culture shaper who has shifted how people relate to food, life, and joy. JoinTabitha together with Peabody award winner and former sommelier Stephen Satterfield for a conversation

The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat follows a trio of best friends (Uzo Aduba, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Sanaa Lathan) known as “The Supremes” who, for decades, has weathered life’s storms together through marriage and children, happiness and blues. Now, as heartbreak and illness

Jessie T. Usher, Susan Heyward, Sophia Nomvete, and Cynthia Addai-Robinson take the stage to discuss Prime Video’s series’ The Boys and The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power! Catch these stars as they discuss the most exciting moments from each series, the biggest moments of

The Global Black Economic Forum is proud to support the New Voices Foundation’s annual pitch competition for entrepreneurs. Underserved by traditional capital markets, these entrepreneurs are provided with much-needed flexible capital and coaching to grow and scale their

Up next, spotlighting New Orleans changemaker Edward Buckles Jr.! As a visionary filmmaker, Buckles merges fine art with guerrilla-style documentation, creating powerful narratives that honor Black communities. His debut HBO documentary "Katrina Babies" premiered at the Tribeca

We're continuing our series highlighting New Orleans changemakers, and next up is emerging artist G4! Hailing from the 7th Ward, G4 is best known for his raw, powerful "No Gus No Glory" story series. Beyond music, G4 is making a real impact in the city. He recently organized a

We’re kicking off a new series spotlighting New Orleans changemakers, and first up is Ashley Webb, co-owner of Barcelo Gardens 🌱 . Located in the heart of the 9th Ward, this vibrant teaching garden and fresh produce market is all about community wellness. Ashley’s on a mission

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