ESSENCE FEST ITINERARY
Traditionally held over Fourth of July weekend every summer in New Orleans, we look forward to Essence Fest all year for its one-of-a-kind celebration of Black culture. This year, the festival has gone virtual with two back-to-back weekends of music, entertainment and empowerment from June 25-28 and July 2-5. Performances will benefit and celebrate essential heroes, Black-owned businesses and entrepreneurs.
The Essence Festival of Culture will proceed with performances from Bruno Mars, Patti LaBelle, John Legend, Common, and more artists. Virtual experiences will include workouts from the Wellness House, makeup tutorials from the Beauty Carnival, career and personal finance sessions, and a Sunday Gospel performance to close out each weekend of the festival. The best part – it’s all free! Check out more on virtual Essence Fest here.
While we’re enjoying the best of the fest from our living rooms, let’s not forget that New Orleans’ Black-owned restaurants, shops and attractions are open for business, both in person and online. Make sure to give some extra love to these businesses during this year’s Essence Festival.
