ESSENCE Film Festival: A 30-Year Celebration of Black Culture

"The Culture's Biggest Weekend" Returns to New Orleans

Unveiling the 2023 Musical Lineup

Prepare yourself for the ultimate cultural extravaganza as the ESSENCE Film Festival returns to New Orleans from June 29 to July 3. For 30 years, the ESSENCE Festival of Culture has been the heart and soul of Black culture, celebrating everything from music and film to cuisine and fashion.

This year's festival promises an unforgettable experience with a star-studded musical lineup that will have you rocking and swaying all weekend long. Get ready to witness the electrifying performances of some of the biggest names in hip-hop, R&B, soul, and pop as they take the stage in the vibrant Crescent City.

The official lineup remains shrouded in secrecy, but insiders whisper of legends and rising stars alike gracing the stage. From Grammy-winning icons to chart-topping sensations, the 2023 ESSENCE Festival will be a musical melting pot that will leave you begging for more.

Stay tuned as we unveil the highly anticipated lineup in the coming weeks. The countdown to "The Culture's Biggest Weekend" has begun, and you won't want to miss a single beat of this extraordinary celebration.