Ess4nce of July: Day Dream Weekend 2025 Four unforgettable events. One epic weekend. New Orleans | July 3 – 5, 2025 Ess4nce of July: Day Dream Weekend 2025 Four unforgettable events. One epic weekend. New Orleans | July 3 – 5, 2025 ⸻ Saturday, July 5th – 26th Annual All White Affair Time: 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM Location: Metropolitan at Generations Hall 310 Andrew Higgins Blvd, New Orleans, LA ⸻ Hosted by: Lance Gross & Big Tigger Join two of culture’s most recognizable names for the 26th edition of the most iconic all-white celebration in the country. The All White Affair is the crown jewel of Day Dream Weekend — a one-of-a-kind day party experience that brings together over 5,000 professionals, tastemakers, celebrities, and VIPs from across the nation. This exclusive event features: • Three vibrant rooms • State-of-the-art lighting and sound • A hand-selected lineup of the South’s top DJs and music curators Music by: E-Class, Skillz, ChrisDope, Neaux, Raj Smoove, Jon Quick, TayRok Expect a dynamic mix of R&B, hip-hop, afrobeats, and classics — curated for an upscale, high-energy crowd. ⸻ VIP Access Includes: – Priority line access – Entry to the exclusive second floor VIP lounge Note: VIP ticket does not guarantee seating. Seating is very limited and first-come, first-served. Bottle Service Requirements (to be purchased at venue): • Metro 1 (Main Room Downstairs): 2-bottle minimum • Metro 1 (Upstairs): 1-bottle minimum • Metro 2: 1-bottle minimum • Metro 3: 1-bottle minimum • Hi-Top Tables: Require bottle or champagne purchase ⸻ Dress Code: ALL WHITE REQUIRED Accent colors allowed for shoes and accessories only. Attendees wearing non-white colors (black, red, blue, orange, etc.) will incur a surcharge at the door. Entry is subject to event coordinator discretion. Not Permitted: Men’s tank tops, flip-flops, athletic wear, or athletic caps. ⸻ Make It a Weekend Thursday, July 3rd – AfroLuv & Northern Exposure With the Legendary Frank Ski Friday, July 4th – HBCU Alumni Reunion The ultimate day party for legacy, connection, and pride. ⸻ Group Tickets, Weekend Passes, and VIP Sections are available now: https://www.ess4nceofjuly.com ALL WHITE AFFAIR sections are extremely limited and selling fast. To reserve your section: https://www.showclix.com/event/awa26 For group sales (10+), VIP table questions, or bottle inquiries: Note: No refunds will be issued once tickets are purchased.