The Strength Of A Woman Festival and Summit returns to Atlanta with a four-day experience May 11-14, and the weekend lineup goes crazy.
During its inaugural launch in 2022, the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul took the stage to declare that the groundbreaking festival would never leave the city of Atlanta. And she’s back with a bigger, historic lineup.
On International Women’s Day, icon Mary J. Blige announced its return on social media stating, “I’m curating a never before seen MJB-Sides set celebrating #HipHop50— all hip hop all night!”
Thousands are expected to fill the stands of State Farm Arena for the nearly sold-out shows once again.
2023 Strength Of A Woman Festival
Expanding the second annual event, the festival weekend now includes a comedy show headlined by Mike Epps, The Purpose Ball with Saucy Santana and Miss Lawrence, and the Gospel Brunch with a Sunday Service Collective sendoff.
This year’s live performances feature Coco Jones, Summer Walker, Muni Long, Jodeci, Method Man, Jadakiss, Robert Glasper, Ms. Lauryn Hill, and the queen herself, Mary J. Blige.
Strength Of A Woman Summit
Blige’s partner Ashaunna Ayars announced the full Summit lineup via Instagram, remaining true to its mission to empower, educate, elevate, and create equity.
Hosted by Marsai Martin, the free Summit will bring conversations and keynotes from dozens of fan favorites including singer Ciara, fashion mogul Claire Sulmers, stylist Misa Hylton, actresses Gail Bean and Brandee Evans, and more influential figures.
Podcast lovers will also get a dose of Earn Your Leisure, Angela Yee’s Lip Service, and more while in attendance.
Tickets for the highly-anticipated event are available at soawfestival.com.
Lead Image: Mary J. Blige Instagram
