About Us

We are a a 501c3 nonprofit organization.  Our goals are to:

  • Promote tourism in northeast Louisiana
  • Provide entertainment

Events & Programs Hosted by ACE Development of NELA 

  • Woofstock

    This event is the largest pet festival in northeast Louisiana.  Each year there is an Animal Advocacy Award presented.
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  • Makers & Bakers Marketplace

    This market highlights artisans and bakers giving them an opportunity to showcase their product.

  • Bloody Mary Festival

    This festival highlights local bars and restaurants showcasing their products while drawing people from Arkansas, Mississippi and other parts of Louisiana.

  • Christmas Market

    This market features artisans and small businesses for gift ideas.

  • Marketing

    We market northeast Louisiana to create pride and increase exposure of area assets and events to increase visits to the area. We maintain "What's Happening in NELA" Facebook page as one tool to market the area. This page offers event information in the following parishes:  Caldwell, East Carroll, Franklin, Jackson, Madison, Morehouse, Ouachita, Richland, Tensas, Union, West Carroll, and Lincoln.

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