Convention center
community impact hub
community
impact hub
A gathering of powerhouse organizations leading the charge in economic empowerment, civil rights activism, and leveling the playing field featuring panel discussions, workshops, and keynote sessions led by thought leaders, activists, and community organizers. From voting rights, economic empowerment, and health equity to racial justice, education, and environmental advocacy we emphasize collective action and empower attendees to make a difference in their local communities and beyond.
DATE: JULY 4TH – JULY 6TH DOORS OPEN: 9:30A CST PROGRAMMING: 10A-4P CST LOCATION: ERNEST N. MORIAL CONVENTION CTR.
gbef hq
suede men’s experience
essence food & wine
festival
afropunk blktopia
essence gu kickback
essence community
corner
essence authors
essence wellness
house
beautycon
essence house
essence film festival
essence hollywood
house
evening concert series
new voices village
essence stage
soko mrkt
GU creators house
Immerse yourself into 20+ curated experiences that celebrate the brilliance of our culture—from music and art to wellness, style, cuisine, and commerce. At ESSENCE Festival of Culture®, every moment is designed to inspire, empower, and elevate.
The experiences
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july 3rd – july 6th, 2025
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#essencefest
Essence
SUEDE MEN'S EXPERIENCE
The SUEDE stage sets out to document individuals, moments, and business machinations of the authentic cultural production of a contemporary man. Through engaging storytelling, exclusive events, and a dedicated commitment to quality, SUEDE will foster a community of forward-thinking individuals inspired to elevate their lives, relationships, and personal growth. This stage will serve as the inaugural launch of this initiative, featuring conversations ranging from money to fatherhood, community to creativity, health to travel, and fashion to sports. ESSENCE recognizes the spectrum of Black men expanding their horizons and ascending new heights of solidarity, all in a collegial atmosphere promoting fun, freedom, and fellowship.
DATE: JULY 4TH – JULY 6TH DOORS OPEN: 9:30A CST PROGRAMMING: 10A-4P CST LOCATION: ERNEST N. MORIAL CONVENTION CTR.
gbef hq
suede men’s experience
essence gu kickback
afropunk blktopia
essence food & wine
festival
essence film festival
essence house
beautycon
essence community
corner
essence authors
essence wellness
house
essence hollywood
house
new voices village
evening concert series
essence stage
soko mrkt
GU creators house
The experiences
Immerse yourself into 20+ curated experiences that celebrate the brilliance of our culture—from music and art to wellness, style, cuisine, and commerce. At ESSENCE Festival of Culture®, every moment is designed to inspire, empower, and elevate.
GET THE TICKET
#essencefest
july 3rd – july 6th, 2025
made like this.
Convention center
COMMUNITY
IMPACT HUB
Essence
