From festivals to fun runs, the area hosts a variety of events throughout the year.

January

27 - Elvis and The Legends Show The Montgomery County Fair Association presents tribute performances of music legends Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Shania Twain and Priscilla Presley. 5:30 p.m. $50. Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 9201 Airport Road, Conroe. 936-760-3631. www.mcfa.org

February

17 - Go Texan Parade & Stampede The parade benefits the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo and youth scholarships. The event also features a 5K run. 9:30 a.m. (5K), 1-3 p.m. (parade). $25 (5K). Heritage Place Park, 500 Metcalf St., Conroe. 936-588-3316. www.experiencedowntownconroe.com

March

24 - Conroe Shakespeare Festival  The Conroe Shakespeare Festival features performances of Shakespeare’s plays as well as games and food. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Conroe Founder’s Plaza, 205 Metcalf St., Conroe. 936-588-3316. www.experiencedowntownconroe.com

April

13-22 - Montgomery County Fair, Rodeo and Cookoff The Montgomery County Fair returns to Conroe in April. The event features livestock shows, rodeo events, rides and  music. Times and costs vary. Montgomery County Fairgrounds, 9201 Airport Road, Conroe. 936-760-3631. www.mcfa.org 28 - Conroe KidzFest The annual event features games, live entertainment, face painting and food vendors. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Downtown Conroe, 505 W. Davis St., Conroe. 936-522-3842. www.cityofconroe.org

May

4-6 - Montgomery Antiques Festival The antiques festival in the Montgomery Historic District features vendors selling antiques and handmade gifts. Hours of operation vary. Free. Montgomery Historic District, 14420 Liberty St., Montgomery.  www.experiencemontgomery.com

June

7 - Tastefest Tickets to the event include two adult beverages and  samples from local restaurants, wineries and breweries. 5-8 p.m. $15 (pre-sale), $25 (gate). Lone Star Convention and Expo Center, 9055 Airport Road, Conroe. 936-538-7111. www.conroe.org

July

4 - Freedom Fest The Independence Day celebration features a parade, arts and crafts, a baking contest, a cookoff and a kids zone. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Montgomery Historic District, 14420 Liberty St., Montgomery. www.experiencemontgomery.com

August

TBA - Real Men of Montgomery County Style Show The Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce annual all-male fashion show benefits a local charity. The show features prominent residents donning trendy styles. 5:30-8 p.m. $65. Location TBA. 936-538-7111. www.conroe.org

September

8 - Texas Taco, Tequila and Margarita Festival Inspire Productions brings the annual Taco, Tequila and Margarita Festival to downtown Conroe. The event features taco vendors, tequila flights and tastings, margaritas, beer and live music. Noon-11 p.m. $5 (pre-sale), $10 (gate). Heritage Place, 500 Metcalf St., Conroe. www.thetexastacofestival.com 15 - Wine and Music Festival The Wine and Music Fest in Montgomery features Texas-made wine and spirits, food and music. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Free (admission). Montgomery Historic District, 14420 Liberty St., Montgomery. www.experiencemontgomery.com

October

12-14 - Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival The Friends of Conroe hosts its 29th annual festival in downtown Conroe. The three-day event features musical performances, a carnival and food vendors. Times vary. $12 (admission), $20 (three-day pass). Downtown Conroe. 936-539-6009. www.facebook.com/conroecajuncatfishfestival/

November

TBA - Turkey Trot Conroe’s Parks and Recreation Department hosts its Turkey Trot 5K in November. 8 a.m. (check-in), 9 a.m. (start). $20. Carl Barton Jr. Park, 2500 S. Loop 336 E., Conroe. 936-522-3900. www.cityofconroe.org 

December

8 - Christmas in Montgomery The Christmas celebration includes an arts and crafts sale, breakfast with Santa Claus and a parade. 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Free (admission). Montgomery Historic District, 14420 Liberty St., Montgomery. www.experiencemontgomery.com TBA - Christmas on Main in Conroe The holiday event features carnival rides, snow hills, face painting, a photo-op with Santa Claus and a children’s Christmas parade. Time TBA. Free. Heritage Place, 500 Metcalf St., Conroe. 936-522-3900. www.cityofconroe.org