ESSENCE Fest returns July 3-6, 2025 with an incredible lineup that promises to make this year's celebration one for the ages. The four-day festival coincides perfectly with the Independence Day weekend, creating an extended celebration of culture, music, and empowerment that uniquely captures the spirit of both American freedom and Black excellence.

New Orleans prepares for its most celebrated musical pilgrimage—the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. For two magical weekends spanning April 24-27 and May 1-4, 2025, the Fair Grounds Race Course will transform into a cultural epicenter where music, cuisine, crafts, and heritage converge in a celebration that has defined Louisiana's cultural identity for over five decades.