ESSENCE Festival of Culture celebrated Black excellence through music, entrepreneurship, and community—while responding to ...

The surprise highlight of the night was Drake bringing out Lauryn Hill, whose performance of “Ex-Factor” transitioned into ...

The Suede Men’s Experience was the place to be during the opening day of the ESSENCE Festival of Culture. Held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, the panel titled Leading By Example ...

Drake’s performance on the first day of the Wireless Festival in London on July 11, 2025, featured Lauryn Hill making a guest appearance.

Free programming during the celebration in NOLA provided tools, support, and access to care for festivalgoers trying to live ...