A tribute to Quincy Jones, Master P’s last performance, and Jill Scott’s love letter to her city—this year’s festival blends history and new energy across an unforgettable weekend.

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

Explore the 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture® lineup with Babyface, Jill Scott, Patti LaBelle, Erykah Badu, and Master P’s final show.

New Essence Festival leaders hope 2025 curations, multi-artist, themed showcases in New Orleans' Caesars Superdome over the Fourth of July weekend, are a hit ...

In a year when the U.S. consumer has been weighed down by economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and inflation, Black entrepreneurs are eager to get to the Essence Festival of Culture to ...

For 55 years, ESSENCE has served as the definitive voice of Black women, celebrating their beauty, brilliance, and influence across generations. SMTG’s powerhouse portfolio of platforms reaches ...