The NELA Music Awards recognize and showcase the diverse musical talent in northeast Louisiana. The awards will be held at the Monroe Civic Center on August 14, 2025. It is an excellent night of music and fun for everyone. Those in the music industry that we have lost and NELA Music Hall of Fame Inductees will be recognized. There will be an Art Reception and music exhibits starting at 6 pm. Showtime is 7:00 pm. We encourage everyone to dress like their favorite music artist or group. Cocktail attire is preferred if you don't dress like your favorite musician.
We are also selling Birthplace of Dreams T-shirts that will be available for pickup. Details will follow when you purchase. See picture of t-shirts on NELA Music Awards Facebook page. Northeast Louisiana is more than just a region-it's the birthplace of dreams, where talent and ambition take flight. From the small towns and winding backroads emerge country music stars like Lainey Wilson, Tim McGraw, and Andy Griggs, whose voices carry the heart and soul of the South to the world. But NELA's legacy extends beyond music; it's also where industries that shaped America found their roots. Delta Airlines, now one of the world's largest airlines, traces its beginnings to Monroe, while Coca-Cola Bottling, a cornerstone of the iconic soft drink's distribution, first took shape in this region. Whether in music, business, or innovation, NELA has long been a launching pad for those who dare to dream big. Click on tickets and it will take you to option to buy t-shirts.
