NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The ESSENCE Festival of Culture is returning to New Orleans from July 4-7 and organizers have officially announced the first wave of performers for the 2025 event.
Boyz II Men, Davido, Maxwell, Master P, GloRilla, The Isley Brothers, Nas, and Summer Walker are among the artists set to take the stage.
This year’s lineup also includes a special tribute to legendary producer Quincy Jones, curated by Jermaine Dupri and titled “ESSENCE Flowers.”
Organizers say this is only the beginning, with more names and surprise performances expected to be revealed in the coming weeks.
The ESSENCE Festival regularly draws hundreds of thousands of attendees to the city and features a mix of performances, panels, and brand activations.
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