Essence Festival of Culture

Evening concerts at Caesars Superdome allow only clear bags up to 12" x 12" x 6" or small clutches up to 4.5" x 6.5".

At the New Orleans Convention Center, enter at the main entrance on the corner of Julia Street and Convention Center Boulevard, or at the Transportation Center entrance at Lobby G.

Ample parking is available at the Convention Center for a daily fee, but overnight parking is prohibited. ADA parking is available, and specific needs can be addressed via email.

At the New Orleans Convention Center, use the designated Taxi/Rideshare Zone off S. Peters Street. Follow the Pedestrian Crossing across Calliope Street, which connects the zone with Lobby G.

The New Orleans Convention Center has ample ADA parking, straight ahead after turning onto S. Peters Street. Email parking@mccno.com if you have specific needs.

The venue features Dutch’s Corner, an in-house convenience store located next to the UPS Store in Lobby E. It offers a variety of snacks and beverages for attendees.

The Caesars Superdome has a no re-entry policy. If you need to leave and come back for a reason like a medical emergency, ask the Experience Ambassador or Ticket Supervisor at your gate, who can approve it if the situation warrants.

Current official guidance does not publish one universal will-call schedule for every event at Essence Festival of Culture. Use the delivery instructions in the official ticket order and confirm event-day box-office details before traveling to the venue.