Essence Festival 2024 Entertainment. New orleans officially opened its arms in welcome thursday, july 4, 2024, to the thousands of people descending on the big easy for the 30th annual celebration of. The essence festival of culture is celebrating its 30th anniversary in new orleans with a stacked lineup of musical acts.

Check out the legacy acts and current heavy hitters that are helping us celebrate 30 years of essence festival Fans are eager to experience her energetic performance and witness her signature style.