Join us for the 29th Annual Essence Festival Weekend
It's amazing but this year will mark the 29th annual Essence Music Festival. This annual mega event is filled with concerts, seminars and celebrities, all sponsored by Essence Magazine. If you are looking for parties, concerts, party cruise, along with more celebrities than you can handle, then you should book with us today! We are the #1 source for Essence Festival Weekend activities in 2023.
The Original All-White Mid-Day Cruise Party
This is the original All-White cruise party and the event everyone talks about during Essence Fest weekend! This is the 18th annual Mid-Day Cruise Party, happening on the biggest boat in New Orleans, Louis Armstrong, for your cruising delight. Enjoy a multi-level boat cruising the Mighty Mississippi River, while listening to the best Hip-Hop and R&B music. The theme is "All White" attire preferred, but not required for this cruise.
The Mid-Day Comedy Show
If you are ready to bust a gut, the 11th annual Mid-Day Comedy Show is the event for you. Our comedian's, like years past, will have you in stitches. If you are looking for good food, great drinks, and lots of laugh, this is the event you cannot miss. Don't think we are going to let you down with our 2023 lineup!
Do the right thing and Book now with YOLLO Group Services Inc. and allow us to give you the best travel experience while in New Orleans!
Hotels
Hilton Riverside
2 Poydras St, New Orleans, LA 70130Sheraton New Orleans Hotel ** Sold Out **
500 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130Astor Crowne Plaza
739 Canal Street at Bourbon, New Orleans, LA 70130Price
- Diamond Package
- Hotel Accommodations (Fri-Sun)
- One night concert ticket (Loge Section)
- All White Party Cruise
- Mid-Day Comedy Show (Sunday)
- Black Film Review (Sunday)
- Speak Easy Poetry Show (Sunday)
- Welcome to NOLA party (Friday)
- Complimentary Additional Night*
- Additional nights: $349 plus tax and fees
- Additional concert nights (Loge Section): $185
- YOLLO Swag Bag
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- Group of 4 $1325/per person
- Group of 3 $1440/per person
- Group of 2 $1555/per person
- Individual $2500
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- Emerald Package
- Hotel Accommodations (Fri-Sun)
- One night concert ticket (Loge Section)
- All White Party Cruise
- Mid-Day Comedy Show (Sunday)
- Black Film Review (Sunday)
- Speak Easy Poetry Show (Sunday)
- Welcome to NOLA party (Friday)
- Complimentary Additional Night*
- Additional nights: $349 plus tax and fees
- Additional concert nights (Loge Section): $185
- YOLLO Swag Bag
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- Group of 4 $1075/per person
- Group of 3 $1205/per person
- Group of 2 $1310/per person
- Individual $1945
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Frequently Asked Questions
All prices listed are per person. Under the package prices description, all amenities included in your package are per person and includes one (1) room for the group.
After Essence releases the performer’s lineup we send an email notifying everyone of the daily lineups. Each person in the group has the freedom to choose which night they would like to attend. In the event we don’t hear from anyone in the group we will secure Saturday night tickets for the group or group members whom haven’t confirmed their concert night.
The tickets provided in your package are in the Loge section. This section is in the middle of the Superdome. You can upgrade your seat and get closer for a fee. Please ask an associate for more details.
To reserve a package each group member pays the $29.99 per person fee. The first payment of $125 per person is due on or before March 27, 2023. The second payment of $250 per person is due on or before April 20, 2023. The final payment (remaining balance) is due on or before May 13, 2023. If the announced payment dates have passed contact us for our current payment plan. Any payments after the due date will incur late fees and is subject to cancellation. If you would like to make payments between due dates you may do so by clicking on the BUY NOW tab above and following the prompts.
Yes, we can accommodate any size group, but due to hotel regulations the max occupancy per room is four. This why you see pricing up to four.
Yes, additonal night concert tickets are $185 per night. Just let us know and we can add it to your invoice.
The following items are prohibited: animals (with the exception of service dogs), backpacks/knapsacks, banners, containers of any kind, contraband, glass, laser pointers, noise makers, projectiles, sticks, bats, poles or clubs; video and audio recording devices with lenses that are longer than six (6) inches); weapons of any kind and other items deemed inappropriate by SMG/Landmark
Yes, all large bags will be thoroughly checked upon entry to all venues, including the Superdome, Convention Center and many other locations held during the weekend events.
No. Transportation is the responsibility of the client for this event.
You follow the same procedure as you did for registration. You will select the First Payment option under package options.
You follow the same procedure as you did for registration. You will select the Partial Payment option under package options.
Your base package includes check-in on Friday with check-out on Sunday. If you make your first payment ($125) on time you earn the complimentary night. You can use it to arrive a day early on Thursday or depart a day later on Monday.
With your concert ticket, you gain entry into the Louisiana Superdome. You will have a designated seat to experience the Main Stage performances. Once you are in the Superdome, you can experience all the performances that night in the Superlounges on the Lounge level for no additional fee or ticket. Everyone MUST have a ticket to get into the Superdome.
In most cases you will be out of luck! This event breaks attendance records every year. Some people may attend the festival for the concerts, while others may attend for the surrounding activities and mingling opportunities. Regardless, you will need to book your package now. With our payment plans it helps you to reserve your package today and pay over time.
Yes. All prices are per person. The Reservation fee secures your spot on the package, and is separate from the package price.
V.I.P. tickets are general admission tickets to the cruise and only cover entrance to the cruise with no food or drinks included. V.V.I.P. includes a speedy admission onto the boat party, delicious food, and an open bar to get you right all while partying on the boat. Our packages include the V.I.P ticket. You can upgrade to the V.V.I.P. ticket for an additional $95 per person.
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