Essence Festival 2024 New Orleans. The celebration has been around for three decades — no easy feat, essence ceo caroline wanga said thursday during a news conference at gallier hall to kick off the event, which runs through the. Essence festival of culture addresses concerns over new 2024 clean zone ordinance in new orleans.

For four days, the city is filled with eager attendees creating their own essence experiences. The event begins at 10 am local time.