Essence Festival of Culture – Sunday at Caesars Superdome

Essence Festival of Culture

CELEBRATE MUSIC, LEGACY AND CULTURE IN A TRULY MONUMENTAL WAY. The Essence Festival of Culture is a 3-day celebration of music, food, beauty, film and more, all designed to honor and uplift Black culture and identity. It all takes place July 3-5, 2026.

Sunday, July 5th, 2026 at the Caesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA. The Essence Festival of Culture brings together for one weekend only, a unique group of artists in the genres of R&B, hip-hop and soul. Sunday’s incredible lineup will also feature the debut of Cardi B, along with Latto, Kehlani, Patti LaBelle and Brandy & Monica, among others. In addition to Sunday’s concert performances at the Caesars Superdome, take some time to explore the thousands of activities, workshops and daytime programming available to you at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. 

Sunday, July 5th: approximately 6pm | Concerts: approximately 7pm | Sunday Tickets: $93 Single Day Tickets

Cardi B

Cardi B is bringing her platinum-selling anthems including "Bodak Yellow," "WAP," and "I Like It" to her high octane show. As the first female solo rapper in history to win the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album with her debut album Invasion of Privacy.

Cardi B has collected 8 Billboard Music Awards, 14 BET Hip Hop Awards and holds 8 Guinness World Records among many other accolades. The fashion and beauty trailblazer is taking the industry by storm with her bold fashion statements that challenge boundaries and help redefine the hip-hop genre and culture. 

Latto

Songs like Big Energy and Sunday Service which have become huge hits, plus the best songs from her album Sugar Honey Iced Tea. She shows incredible talent as a singer, rapper, songwriter and record producer.

At 16 Latto was crowned winner of the first season of The Rap Game. Latto has since won multiple BET Awards, a BET Hip Hop Award, a Billboard Music Award and an MTV Video Music Award. 

Kehlani

Experience the seductive R&B of Kehlani with songs such as “Gangsta,” “Nights Like This,” and more including music from her latest album Crash.

A multi Grammy nominee for the last few years, and recently nominated for Best R&B Song and Best R&B Performance for 2026.

Patti LaBelle

Soul’s own Godmother Patti LaBelle brings her rather undemanding talents to the stage performing some of her most popular hits including ‘Lady Marmalade’, ‘On My Own’ and ‘If Only You Knew’.

A singer with a music career spanning decades, LaBelle has received two Grammy Awards for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance in 1992 and 1999, as well as numerous Lifetime Achievement Awards and NAACP Image Awards. 

Brandy

Some of the most iconic songs performed by Brandy including “The Boy Is Mine,” “Have You Ever?” and “I Wanna Be Down.” Learn why Brandy is considered a true legend in R&B and why her unique voice has inspired countless other R&B artists. 

Monica

Catch the pop and R&B sensation, Monica, as she sings a medley of some of her hit songs, including a duet of “The Boy Is Mine” with Brandy, “Angel of Mine,” and “So Gone.” The Grammy winner for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group in 1999 for “The Boy Is Mine,” song reinforces her accomplished music career. 

Caesars Superdome Information

1500 Sugar Bowl Drive New Orleans, LA 70112

The Caesars Superdome, one of the largest fixed-domes in the world, offers seating capacity of up to 83,000 at center stage. Offering a variety of seating options which include: Ground, Plaza, Loge, Suites (300 and 400 levels), Terrace (500/600 levels) and Press Box with ADA seating located throughout Caesars Superdome.

This is a cashless venue with a variety of dining and beverage options available through many concessions locations throughout the building. From traditional stadium fare such as hot dogs, nachos and beer to the unique and gourmet offerings, there is something for everyone.

Opened in 1975, the facility has been the site of four Super Bowls and other national and international events. For more information contact the Caesars Superdome at (504) 587-3663 or the Box Office at (504) 587-3822.

Parking Information

Several parking garages and two surface lots can accommodate up to 7,000 parked vehicles. Some spaces are available to reserve through EventPass. In the event that all spaces at the Superdome fill up, there is plenty of street parking and other lots in the surrounding area that are a short walk to the Superdome. 

Ticket Information

Sunday tickets for the Essence Festival of Culture are now on sale for $93. Buy them online from our trusted shop TicketSqueeze.com or at the Superdome Box Office. Click buy tickets to secure your tickets today!