Friends of Conroe presents its annual Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival with a carnival, food for sale and exhibitors. There will also be live music and a Mr. and Mrs. Catfish pageant. 6 p.m.-midnight (Sept.14), 11 a.m.-midnight. (Sept. 15), noon-6 p.m. (Sept. 16). $15 (admission). 105 Davis St., Conroe. www.friendsofconroe.com
Oct. 15: Hear the Conroe Symphony Orchestra
The Conroe Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 25th season with its concert, "Chills Down Your Spine," featuring music from "Harry Potter," "Phantom of the Opera" and "Sorcerer's Apprentice." 7:30 p.m. $10 (students ages 11-17), $20 (adult general admission), free (children ages 0-10). Willis ISD Performing Arts Center, 10005 Hwy. 75, Willis. 936-760-2144. www.conroesymphony.org
Oct 16: Enjoy a winery tour
The Lake Conroe Winery Tour takes attendees to three wineries near Lake Conroe: Bernhardt Winery, Blue Epiphany and H-Wines. The winery package includes transportation to the three wineries, one full glass of wine at each winery, a Bernhardt Winery souvenir glass, a commemorative Texas Brewery Tours souvenir tote bag and a hangover kit. 1-5 p.m. $125 (admission). 600 Margaritaville Parkway, Montgomery. www.margaritavilleresorts.com
Oct 16: Listen to a concert on the hillside
Bernhardt Winery features Sunday lawn concerts. On Oct. 16, the concert will feature a Beatles tribute band. Guests can purchase refreshments through the winery. 6-8 p.m. Table reservations are available; lawn chairs are acceptable. Tickets begin at $20. 9043 CR 204, Plantersville. www.bernhardtwinery.com/tc-events/the-fab-5-beatles-tribute-10-16-22/
