
2025 ESSENCE Festival of Culture™
Thursday, July 03, 2025 - Monday, July 07, 2025
10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Convention Center Boulevard, New Orleans, LA, USA

Essence Communications, in partnership with Coach Percy "Master P" Miller, Team Hope Foundation and Operation Restoration, invites you to register your child for a special Basketball Clinic during the We Love Us Community Day—an official extension of Essence Festival programming.
This FREE clinic is for youth in grades 2–6 and will be led by Coach P, focusing on basketball fundamentals, mentorship, life skills, and team-building.
Clinic Highlights:
✔️ Open to up to 200 participants (Grades 2–6)
✔️ Free gear kits for all participants
✔️ Lunch provided
✔️ Youth mentorship, life skills coaching, and team-building
✔️ Parent/guardian must be present at check-in to sign a liability waiver – no adult, no participation
🩺 While your child participates in the clinic, families are welcome to explore the onsite Health & Wealth Pavilion, which includes:
– Heart health screenings
– Breast cancer screenings
– Financial wellness workshops
– Mental health resources & check-ins
🎉 The day wraps up with a community block party featuring music, food, games, and performances by rising artists in partnership with Essence Talent.
🔒 Please note: This registration form is only for the basketball clinic.
Spots are limited—register now to reserve your child’s place!