Lauryn Hill thanked the 2025 Essence Fest for taking responsibility for her late set time at 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, ...

The singer says scheduling issues and "lack of technical preparedness" negatively impacted both her show and attendees' ...

Essence Festival in New Orleans' Superdome had issues. From scheduling to the Superlounges to the lack of a superstar, here ...

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 ...

Lauryn Hills is off the hook as Essence takes blame for a set that wrapped after 3:30 a.m. Stephanie Mills, however, is still ...

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

Discover why Essence Fest remains a powerful force in Black culture, showcasing lively energy and community spirit.

J Cole’s Dreamville festival took place in Raleigh, North Carolina featuring acts such as Usher, Drake, Summer Walker and Burna Boy with an all-star performance from the visionary artist himself.

SWV Is Performing At The 2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture—Here Are Their Greatest Fashion Moments Over the years, SWV has mastered the art of blending streetwear with feminine flair.

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.

Essence Festival of Culture is taking responsibility for Lauryn Hill's performance ending after 3:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 5 ...