Mark your calendars with these summer events happening throughout the Greater Houston area. Texas Taco, Tequila and Margarita Festival June 10 This inaugural festival will feature tequila tastings, over 30 taco vendors, over 30 margarita flavors, VIP tents and cabanas as well as a child-friendly area with inflatable games and rides. $15 (general admission). 1-11 p.m. Preservation Park, 130 Spring School Road, Spring. 2017texastacotequilamargaritas.eventbrite.com Freedom Fest July 1 This year’s event, with a United We Stand theme, will feature a freedom parade, crafters market, baking contest, barbecue cook-off and a child-friendly play area. Free (admission). 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Montgomery Historic District, 780 Clepper Drive, Montgomery. 936-597-5004. www.experiencemontgomery.com Freedom over Texas Festival July 4 This year marks the 30th year of Fourth of July music, fireworks and celebration on Buffalo Bayou. The event will kick off with a patriotic tribute by the United States Air Force Band of the West, followed by performances from country music artist Hunter Hayes and Joe Jonas-led dance-rock band DNCE. $8 (admission through July 3), $10 (admission day of event), Free (children 5 years old and younger). 4-10 p.m. Eleanor Tinsley Park, 3600 Allen Parkway, Houston. Sam Houston Park, 1000 Bagby St., Houston. www.freedomovertexas.org The Harlem Globetrotters July 8-9 The entertaining basketball team is coming to Houston this summer. Founded in 1926, the team works off the court to build global partnerships to further their mission of social involvement in local communities. $19-$148. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. (July 8), 3 p.m. (July 9). NRG Arena, 1 NRG Park, Houston (July 8). The Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. 800-6414667. www.harlemglobetrotters.com Rock the Row July 13, 20, 27 Aug. 3, 10, 17 Take in some live music with this concert series in The Woodlands. Local and regional bands from various genres will perform throughout this series. Free admission. 7-9 p.m. Hughes Landing, 1900 Hughes Landing Blvd., The Woodlands. 281-210-3800. www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov Houston Shakespeare Festival July 29-August 6 This annual event brings classic Shakespearian works to life to promote artistry, discovery, community, diversity and integrity in Houston. Twelfth Night and Richard III will be performed this year. Free admission, reserved seats available with online donation. 8:15 p.m. nightly. Miller Outdoor Theatre, 6000 Hermann Park Drive, Houston. 713-743-2929. www.houstonfestivalscompany.com Pearland Wine and Food Festival August 26 Texas-based wineries will showcase red, white and fruit wines during this 6th annual event. Local food, vendors and music will also be featured. $30-$145. Noon-8 p.m. Pearland Town Center, 11200 Broadway St., Pearland. www.eventbrite.com/e/6th-annual-pearland-food-wine-festival-tickets-33276129800