From beignet battles and po’ boy showdowns to chef demos and conversations about Black food culture, the energy inside this EFOC activation was magnetic.

While the event is technically called the Essence Festival of Culture, one of its biggest draws is the nightly concert featuring some of the biggest names in Black music. But at the 2025 Essence Fest ...

Thousands of Essence Festival visitors flew home Monday (July 7) giving generally high marks for the event. “It was a good ...

Has Essence Fest jumped the shark? Keith Spera spills the tea - Long lines, late acts, logistical logjams and more mar the image of a once-great music and culture festival ...

Essence has stepped in to make it crystal clear that no slander against Ms. Lauryn Hill will be tolerated following her ...

Essence Festival draws fire for keeping Target as sponsor amid DEI rollbacks, sparking boycotts and tough questions from the ...

Essence Festival in New Orleans celebrates Black culture, music, Disney's Tiana exhibit, Hulu's "Reasonable Doubt" and "Nat ...

At the recent Essence Festival of Culture, Walt Disney Imagineering and The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis announced an ...

From soul-stirring performances to beauty-filled moments, this weekend was a reminder that moving at your own pace is its own ...

Being in the crowd means feeling the music — dancing, singing, and soaking in every moment. But backstage? That’s where the ...

As the Essence Festival of Culture continues to evolve, it continues to be an uplifting space for Black women, showcasing ...

Night 3 brought together music legends and standout style moments under one roof. From diamond-crusted fits to timeless stage ...