July 03
Freedom Fest
Montgomery’s annual Freedom Fest to celebrate independence includes a parade, barbecue, baking contest, a kids zone, vendors and food trucks. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. Montgomery Community Building, 14420 Liberty St., Montgomery. 936-597-5004. www.facebook.com/freedomfestmontgomery
July 3
Patriotic Concert
The Conroe Symphony Orchestra, led by new conductor Anna-Maria Gkouni, will perform a repertoire of songs such as “America, the Beautiful” and “Stars and Stripes Forever.” 7:30-9:30 p.m. Free. Heritage Place, 500 Collins St., Conroe. 936-760-2144. www.conroesymphony.org
July 9
Flick and Float
Bring a noodle and relax in the pool while watching Disney’s “Aladdin.” Popcorn and Root beer provided. 7:30 p.m. $5. 100 Park Place, Conroe. 936-522-3930. www.cityofconroe.org
July 23 through July 25
Comic Conroe
Galactic Events is hosting its first comic book convention with plans to expand in future years to include anime and pop culture conventions across the Houston area. An after party at Southern Start Brewery is scheduled July 24. noon-9 p.m. (July 23), 9 a.m.-8p.m. (July 24), 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (July 25). $15-$120. Lone Star Convention Center, 9055 Airport Road, Conroe. www.comicconroe.com
July 24
Heat Wave End of Summer Concert
Southern Star Brewing Co. hosts a summer bash featuring live music, craft beer, bikini contests, water guns, balloon fights and a slip and slide. Noon-10 p.m. 3525 North Frazier St., Conroe. $15-$100. www.southernstarbrewing.com
