Toledo Bend Country's strongest industry has historically been the timber industry. Today, the logging and forestry industry remains the economic backbone of the area.
The newest among Toledo Bend Country's festivals and events is the Zwolle Loggers & Forestry Festival which in May of each year recognizes and celebrates the historic and present contributions of the logging and forestry business to this area.
In October of each year, the deep Spanish roots of Toledo Bend Country is celebrated during the Zwolle Tamale Fiesta. Events featured during the Tamale Fiesta are a tamale-making demonstration and a Spanish costume contest, along with a parade through the streets of the tight-knit Zwolle community.
The Tamale Fiesta is one of the area's most popular festivals, and has been celebrated for more than 25 years.
