Essence new orleans 2020
Essence Festival of Culture 2020 was held in New Orleans, Louisiana, from July 1 to July 5, 2020. The festival was a celebration of African American culture, music, and entertainment, and it featured a variety of events and activities, including concerts, comedy shows, and panel discussions.
The festival was headlined by a number of notable performers, including:
- Janet Jackson: The Queen of Pop performed a special concert at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on July 3.
- Alicia Keys: The singer-songwriter performed a concert at the Superdome on July 4.
- Usher: The R&B singer performed a concert at the Superdome on July 5.
- Lizzo: The singer-songwriter performed a concert at the Superdome on July 3.
- Megan Thee Stallion: The rapper performed a concert at the Superdome on July 4.
- Teyana Taylor: The singer-songwriter performed a concert at the Superdome on July 5.
In addition to the concerts, the festival also featured a number of other events and activities, including:
- Comedy shows: The festival featured a number of comedy shows, including performances by comedians such as Kevin Hart, Tiffany Haddish, and Wanda Sykes.
- Panel discussions: The festival featured a number of panel discussions on topics such as social justice, entrepreneurship, and mental health.
- Food and drink: The festival featured a number of food and drink vendors, offering a variety of cuisine and beverages.
- Marketplace: The festival featured a marketplace where attendees could shop for clothing, jewelry, and other items.
Unfortunately, the 2020 Essence Festival of Culture was affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to health and safety concerns, the festival was modified to include virtual events and activities, and some in-person events were cancelled or postponed. Despite these challenges, the festival still managed to bring together thousands of attendees from around the world to celebrate African American culture and community.