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

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

Essence Magazine launched the Essence Festival of Culture in 1995 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the publication. Last ...

While musicians like Jill Scott, Maxwell, Master P and GloRilla rock the Caesars Superdome each night during the Essence ...

Essence Festival is celebrating 31 years of culture and excellence in New Orleans, featuring over 200 vendors.

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

At Hollywood House, Noel Braham, Shavone Charles, and Mara Brock Akil discussed A.I.'s impact on film and why Black creatives must lead with intention in an evolving industry.

Leaders from the worlds of tech, fashion and civil rights say economic equity is possible—but only if communities align, ...

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.

EFOC weekend is non-stop. Here’s where to cool down, stretch out, hydrate, and take a much-needed beat in the Big Easy.

In addition to giving ESSENCE Festival attendees the very best in music, entertainment and wellness at this year’s festival happening July 4th weekend, we’re also giving participants a chance ...