Essence Festival of Culture
festival
Music & Culture

Essence Festival 2026 Staffing

Celebrating Culture with World-Class Staff

New Orleans, Louisiana
July 2-5, 2026
500,000+ attendees

About Essence Festival of Culture

Essence Festival is the world's largest celebration of African-American culture and music, drawing half a million attendees to New Orleans. AirFresh provides culturally connected staff for brand activations, experiential marketing, and convention center exhibits.

Venue Information

Caesars Superdome & Convention Center

New Orleans, Louisiana

Typical Staffing Needs

Convention center staff
Concert venue support
Brand ambassadors
Sampling teams
VIP hospitality
Event Details

When

July 2-5, 2026

Where

Caesars Superdome & Convention Center

New Orleans, Louisiana

Expected Attendance

500,000+

Nearby Hotels
  • The Roosevelt New Orleans
  • Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans
  • Windsor Court Hotel
  • The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans
Local Attractions
  • French Quarter
  • Bourbon Street
  • Jackson Square
  • Steamboat Natchez
Getting There

Louis Armstrong International Airport, Streetcars, Rideshare

Typical Roles We Staff

Brand Ambassadors
Event Staff
Sampling Teams
VIP Hosts
Experience Guides

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