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The Friends of Conroe, INC is a non-profit community-oriented organization, committed to the enhancement of the quality of life in Conroe and Montgomery County through civic and cultural improvements. What We Do

*Sponsor and produce “The Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival” each October, which makes a significant economic impact on the entire community.

*Sponsor and produce “The Sounds of Texas Music Series” bringing local and national attention to the downtown area and the Historic Crighton Theatre.

*Founding Sponsor and supporter of the Lone Star Convention Center.

*Supporting member of the Greater Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce Capital Building Fund and other projects.

*Provide youth scholarships to local students and support Operation Graduation.

*Support many local charitable organizations, including the Montgomery County Food Bank, Salvation Army Toys for Tots, Montgomery County Emergency Assistance, The Crighton Theatre, and many more.

*Promote downtown Conroe project and activities, including revitalization efforts and Christmas lighting.

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of one of our beloved founding members.Charles TullosHis vision, dedication, and...
10/30/2026

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of one of our beloved founding members.

Charles Tullos

His vision, dedication, and passion helped build the foundation of The Friends of Conroe, the Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival and the traditions that have brought our community together.

For more than 35 years, The Friends of Conroe has been a part of this community, creating memories, bringing people together, supporting local students, and giving back to the place we call home. Those beginnings were made possible by individuals who cared enough to step forward, dream big, and put their hearts into something bigger than themselves.

We are forever grateful for the time, heart, and commitment he gave to our organization. His contributions will always be a part of our history, and his legacy will live on through the work we continue to do and the community we serve.

Today, we remember not only a founding member, but a friend, a familiar face, and someone whose contributions will forever be woven into the history of our organization.
While their absence will be deeply felt, the legacy they helped build will continue through the work we do and the community we serve.

Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.

You were part of our beginning, and you will forever be part of our story. Rest in peace. You will be deeply missed.

10/01/2026

⚠️ EVENT CANCELLATION NOTICE ⚠️

Due to the weather conditions currently forecasted for this weekend, The Friends of Conroe has made the difficult decision to cancel the Lake Conroe Classic Fishing Tournament scheduled for Saturday, October 3rd at April Plaza Marina.

The safety of our participants, volunteers, partners, and everyone joining us on the water has to come first. With the current forecast and the uncertainty surrounding conditions on Lake Conroe, we believe canceling the event is the safest and most responsible decision.

We want to sincerely thank April Plaza Marina, Bradley’s Guide Service, volunteers, and everyone who registered or planned to come out and support this first-year event. We are extremely grateful for the support and excitement surrounding the tournament.

While we are disappointed that we won’t be able to gather together this weekend, we appreciate everyone’s understanding and support.

The Friends of Conroe

The 1st Annual Friends of Conroe Lake Conroe Trophy Catfish Fishing Tournament is coming SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD to April ...
09/16/2026

The 1st Annual Friends of Conroe Lake Conroe Trophy Catfish Fishing Tournament is coming SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD to April Plaza Marina — and we want to see WHO can bring the big fish to the scales! 🐟🏆
💰 $250 ENTRY PER BOAT
💵 CASH PAYOUTS
🏆 1st Place
🥈 2nd Place
🥉 3rd Place
🐟 PLUS a BIGGEST FISH payout!
This is our FIRST YEAR, and we want to make some noise on Lake Conroe!
👇 HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! 👇
🎣 TAG the person you’d put on your tournament team
🔥 SHARE this post with your fishing buddies
🐟 COMMENT below if you think you’ve got what it takes to bring in the BIG ONE!
And yes — we expect a little friendly trash talk in the comments. 😏
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 April Plaza Marina — Lake Conroe
💲 $250 per boat
👉 REGISTER YOUR BOAT HERE:
https://www.friendsofconroe.com/.../lake-conroe-classic...
You can also register in person at April Plaza Marina.
This tournament benefits The Friends of Conroe and helps us continue supporting our community throughout the year. ❤️
LET’S FILL THE LAKE WITH BOATS!

09/16/2026
The 1st Annual Friends of Conroe Lake Conroe Trophy Catfish Fishing Tournament is coming SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD to April ...
09/08/2026

The 1st Annual Friends of Conroe Lake Conroe Trophy Catfish Fishing Tournament is coming SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3RD to April Plaza Marina — and we want to see WHO can bring the big fish to the scales! 🐟🏆

💰 $250 ENTRY PER BOAT

💵 CASH PAYOUTS
🏆 1st Place
🥈 2nd Place
🥉 3rd Place
🐟 PLUS a BIGGEST FISH payout!

This is our FIRST YEAR, and we want to make some noise on Lake Conroe!

👇 HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! 👇

🎣 TAG the person you’d put on your tournament team
🔥 SHARE this post with your fishing buddies
🐟 COMMENT below if you think you’ve got what it takes to bring in the BIG ONE!

And yes — we expect a little friendly trash talk in the comments. 😏

📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 April Plaza Marina — Lake Conroe
💲 $250 per boat

👉 REGISTER YOUR BOAT HERE:
https://www.friendsofconroe.com/p/friends-of-conroe/lake-conroe-classic-fishing-tournament

You can also register in person at April Plaza Marina.

This tournament benefits The Friends of Conroe and helps us continue supporting our community throughout the year. ❤️

LET’S FILL THE LAKE WITH BOATS!

🎣 BIG NEWS, CONROE — WE’RE GOING FISHING! 🎣The Friends of Conroe is excited to officially announce a BRAND-NEW EVENT thi...
09/02/2026

🎣 BIG NEWS, CONROE — WE’RE GOING FISHING! 🎣

The Friends of Conroe is excited to officially announce a BRAND-NEW EVENT this year…

🏆 1st Annual Friends of Conroe Lake Conroe Trophy Catfish Tournament! 🏆

Join us Saturday, October 3rd at April Plaza Marina for a full day on Lake Conroe featuring competitive catfishing, family fun, food and more — all while supporting The Friends of Conroe!

🎣 Tournament Details:
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
📍 April Plaza Marina – 17742 Hwy 105 W, Montgomery, TX
💰 $250 Entry Per Boat
🏆 50% Payout

Tournament Day Schedule:
⏰ 6:30 AM – Captain’s Meeting & Live Well Check
🚤 7:00 AM – Tournament Begins
🎣 9:00 AM – Kids Bank Fishing
🐟 12:00 PM – Fish Fry
⏰ 3:00 PM – Rods Up
🏆 4:00 PM – Weigh-In & Awards

Whether you're coming to compete for the trophy, bring the kids out to fish, grab some fried catfish, or just enjoy a Saturday on Lake Conroe — we want you there!

This tournament is being made possible with the help of April Plaza Marina, Bradley’s Guide Service, Wethook Guide Service, and some great people in our community who have helped us bring this new event to life.

📲 Ready to enter? Scan the QR code on the flyer to register or click here: https://www.friendsofconroe.com/p/friends-of-conroe/lake-conroe-classic-fishing-tournament

Tournament Questions: Bradley’s Guide Service – 936-232-4683
Registration Questions: Jerry Rutledge – 281-610-4385

And don’t forget — this is just the beginning of October! One week later, we’ll see everyone at the 37th Annual Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival, October 9–11! 🎶🐟🎉

Tag your fishing buddies, share this post, and start getting those boats ready — Lake Conroe, here we come! 🎣🏆

🐟 Calling the Next Generation of Small Fry! 🐟Did you know The Friends of Conroe has a youth volunteer group called the S...
08/04/2026

🐟 Calling the Next Generation of Small Fry! 🐟

Did you know The Friends of Conroe has a youth volunteer group called the Small Fry Committee?

For years, our Small Fry members have played an important role in our organization—but many of our current kids are growing up, and we need a new generation of young volunteers to join the fun!

The Small Fry Committee is open to students who are at least 11 years old or entering sixth grade. Members have the opportunity to:

⭐ Develop leadership and teamwork skills
⭐ Earn and track community-service hours
⭐ Volunteer at the Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival
⭐ Help serve our community during Feast With Friends
⭐ Participate in parades and other Friends of Conroe events
⭐ Gain valuable experience for future résumés, scholarships and college applications

This is more than just volunteering—it is an opportunity for young people to make friends, build confidence, learn how community events operate and become more involved in the place they call home.

We are now accepting members for the 2026 Small Fry Committee, and we would love to welcome some new faces!

Parents, learn more and complete the membership application here:

👉 https://www.friendsofconroe.com/p/friends-of-conroe/small-fry-committee

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with families who have children ready to serve, lead and become part of the Friends of Conroe family!

🍽️ FOOD VENDOR APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🐟🎉The Friends of Conroe is now accepting Food Vendor Applications for the 2026...
07/04/2026

🍽️ FOOD VENDOR APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN! 🐟🎉

The Friends of Conroe is now accepting Food Vendor Applications for the 2026 Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival!

We’re looking for amazing food vendors to help bring the flavor to one of Conroe’s favorite annual traditions. If you serve up crowd favorites, festival foods, sweet treats, Cajun bites, or something unique, we want to hear from you!

📅 Festival Dates: October 9–11, 2026
📍 Location: Montgomery County Fairgrounds
🐟 Event: 37th Annual Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival

Food vendor spots are limited, so don’t wait to apply!

👉 Apply here:
https://www.friendsofconroe.com/p/catfishfestival/food-vendors

Come be part of the fun, food, music, and community that make the Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival such a special tradition!

Happy 4th of July from The Friends of Conroe! 🇺🇸Today, we celebrate the freedom, courage, and unity that built this grea...
07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from The Friends of Conroe! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the freedom, courage, and unity that built this great nation. As America prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence, we are reminded of the generations before us who sacrificed, served, and believed in something bigger than themselves.

From our Friends of Conroe family to yours, we hope your day is filled with faith, family, fireworks, and gratitude for the blessings we share as Americans.

God bless Conroe, God bless Texas, and God bless the United States of America! ❤️🤍💙

We can’t wait to celebrate our 37th year of the Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival with this exciting music lineup!! 💜💛💚
06/14/2026

We can’t wait to celebrate our 37th year of the Conroe Cajun Catfish Festival with this exciting music lineup!! 💜💛💚

We are excited to announce this year’s lineup!! Tickets are on sale now at FriendsofConroe.com
I Love Conroe

Address

101 S Main Street
Conroe, TX
77301

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19365396009

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