Conroe and Montgomery are full of activities geared towards animal-lovers this weekend, June 23-25, including a bird expo, a dog show and a dog adoption fair benefiting Operation Pets Alive.

Here are a few events to consider adding to your weekend plans.

1. Bird Expo
June 24
Bird Events in Texas hosts this bird expo featuring exhibitors from the National Cockatiel Society, the National Parrot Society and the ABE International Lovebird Show. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. Lone Star Convention & Expo Center, 9055 Airport Road, Conroe 210-461-1922. www.birdeventsintexas.com

2. 2017 Space City Sieger
June 24-25
The International All Breed Canine Association hosts this two-day dog show featuring more than 90 participating dogs from a variety of breeds. The organization hosts four shows each weekend with different judges at each show. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Saturday), 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.. $31 (entry fees). Lone Star Convention & Expo Center, 9055 Airport Road, Conroe. 503-316-9860. www.iabca.com

3. Farmers & Artisans Market and Dog Adoption Fair
June 25
Participants can enjoy their favorite Southern Star Brewing Company brew while shopping for locally grown, organic and handcrafted items from a variety of local vendors. Paint on Tap will host painting classes for kids at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. and from noon-3 p.m. as well. BrisketU also hosts a backyard pitmaster class where participants can learn everything from choosing the right brisket, to trimming and preparation, smoking techniques and serving. Proceeds from the event will benefit Operation Pets Alive. Noon-4 p.m. Free (market admission and painting classes), $69 (pitmaster class). Southern Star Brewing Company, 3525 N. Frazier St., Conroe. 936-441-2739. www.southernstarbrewing.com

4. Local live music  

The Corner Pub
302 N. Main Street, Conroe
936-788-2390
www.thecornerpubinconroe.com

June 23 | Glen Tate | 9 p.m. | Free
June 24 | Willow James | 9 p.m. | Free

The Red Brick Tavern
119 Simonton Street, Conroe
936-539-2000
www.theredbricktavern.com

June 23 | Clayton Gardner | 9 p.m. | $7
June 24 | Johnny Falstaff with Johnny Riley | 9 p.m. | $15
June 25 | Johnny Riley | 11:30 a.m. | Free