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Essence Festival of Culture 2026

The World's Largest Celebration of Black Culture & Music
July 3–5, 2026 · New Orleans, Louisiana · Caesars Superdome

400,000+ attendees. Three days of legendary performances, empowerment seminars, and NOLA magic. We handle everything — you just show up.

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The Venue & Your Stay

🎵 Caesars Superdome

Home to Essence Festival for over 30 years. This iconic 73,000-seat venue in the heart of New Orleans hosts 3 days of world-class performances, empowerment seminars, and cultural celebration drawing 400,000+ attendees annually.

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🏨 Hyatt Regency New Orleans

Your home base — just a 5-minute walk from the Caesars Superdome. Modern rooms, rooftop pool, excellent dining, and the perfect location to experience all of New Orleans.

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What's Included

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Festival Access

3-day Essence Festival tickets with access to all mainstage performances, empowerment experiences, and cultural programming.

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Hyatt Regency NOLA

4 nights at Hyatt Regency New Orleans (5-min walk to venue). General: Standard rooms. VIP: Club Level with lounge access.

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Flights (Add-On)

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Transportation

Round-trip airport transfers and daily shuttle between hotel and Superdome. VIP: Private car upgrades available.

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NOLA Experiences

French Quarter walking tour, beignets at Café Du Monde, and optional add-ons: Jazz brunch, swamp tour, Garden District. Browse NOLA Experiences →

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Trip Protection

Travel insurance highly recommended. Protect My Trip →

Choose Your Package

General

General Package

$2,495 per person (double occupancy)
  • 4 nights at Hyatt Regency New Orleans
  • 3-day Essence Festival tickets
  • Group shuttle service
  • Guided French Quarter tour
  • Welcome reception
  • 24/7 trip coordinator support
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Flexible payment plan · Book now & save $100

✨ VIP

VIP Package

$3,695 per person (double occupancy)
  • Club Level room + lounge access
  • Premium festival seating
  • Private car service
  • VIP welcome dinner
  • Exclusive meet & greet opportunity
  • 24/7 trip coordinator support
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Limited VIP spots · Flexible payment plan

Trip Details

What's Included

  • 4 nights at Hyatt Regency New Orleans
  • 3-day Essence Festival tickets
  • Round-trip airport transfers
  • Daily shuttle to/from Superdome
  • Guided French Quarter walking tour
  • Beignets at Café Du Monde
  • Welcome reception with group
  • 24/7 trip coordinator support
  • Travel insurance option

What's Not Included

  • Airfare — Search flights on Kiwi.com
  • Meals beyond welcome reception
  • Personal expenses & souvenirs
  • Optional add-on experiences
  • Gratuities for local guides

Cancellation Policy: Full refund within 24 hours of booking. After 24 hours, deposits are non-refundable but transferable to another traveler with a $50 fee. Travel insurance highly recommended.

Ready to Experience Essence Festival?

Book now with a $500 deposit and pay monthly. Limited spots available!

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