Instagram/Cardi B & Brandy & Monica Music Experience Essence Festival 2026 in NOLA! July 3-6. See the powerful female-led lineup: Cardi B, Brandy, Monica, Kehlani, Latto & Patti LaBelle. Celebrate Bl... March 11, 2026 AceShowbiz - The highly anticipated Essence Festival of Culture is set to return to New Orleans in 2026, promising an electrifying experience for music lovers. The festival will run from July 3 to July 6, marking another vibrant celebration of Black culture and music.