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🎉 Let the good times roll in historic downtown Conroe

August 2, 2024 • 
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Sponsored and produced by the Friends of Conroe, Inc. nonprofit, this event is held during the second full weekend of October each year.

Photos provided by Visit Conroe; GIF created by ATXtoday team

Something to look forward to this fall? The Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival: A can’t-miss weekend sure to laissez les bon temps rouler.

Held Oct. 11-13, this family-friendly event features a jam-packed lineup, including:

  • Live music from artists like Josh Ward + Wayne Toups
  • Arts, crafts, and food vendors
  • Community + educational exhibits
  • A pageant and carnival
  • And, of course, catfish

Snag weekend or single-day tickets and head to Conroe (~two hours away) for the 35th annual celebration. Let the countdown begin

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