Events happening around Central Massachusetts this month.

NorthEast Comic Con & Collectibles Extravaganza
Come as a cosplayer, a comic lover, a gamer — or come as you are! With Micky Dolenz, CJ Ramone, Scarlett Byrne, John O’Hurley and other celebrity guests, concerts, vendors, cosplay, gaming and more, it’ll be entertaining for all ages and interests alike! July 6-8; Boxboro Regency Hotel, 242 Adams Place, Boxborough; tickets start at $10; necomiccons.com.

Shrewsbury Street Walk and Rock
For three consecutive Thursdays this July, fill your evening with a variety of live music and great food courtesy of local bands and your favorite Shrewsbury Street restaurants! July 12, 19, 26; Shrewsbury Street, Worcester; free; shrewsburystreet.webs.com/walkrock.htm.

Sunset in the City — Christmas in July
Summer isn’t complete without Pulse Magazine’s epic rooftop party, and this year we’ve taken it to a whole new level. Everyone loves Christmas — Why not have it twice this year? Bring out your best red, white and and green summer attire and we’ll see you there. Enjoy music by DJ Dupe, food and cocktails from The Flying Rhino, and craft beer by Wormtown Brewery. 8 p.m.-1 a.m. Saturday, July 21; Union Station Garage, 255 Franklin St., Worcester; $15 in advance, $20 at the door (food and drink is cash only); eventbrite.com.

Wachusett Summer Food Truck Festival
Enjoy a day complete with live music, food trucks, craft beer and, of course, Wachusett’s scenic SkyRide to the summit — perfect for the whole family! July 14; Wachusett Mountain,
499 Mountain Road, Princeton; $5 in advance, $7 at the door, $3 in advance, $5 at the door for ages 6-12, free for children 5 & younger; wachusett.com. 

George Street Bike Challenge for Major Taylor
See how fast you can work those legs and pedal up George Street! All proceeds of the 16th edition of the challenge will benefit the Major Taylor Association. 10 a.m. July 22; Green Street, Worcester; $20, free for spectators; Email info@majortaylorassociation.org for more information.

S.O.N.G & Celebration
Presented by Supporting Orphans Nationally & Globally, you can enjoy a night of dining, dancing and fantastic music featuring Roomful of Blues, Peter J. Newland and RadioX with special guest Mitch Chakour. The celebration will benefit orphaned children. July 28; Mechanics Hall, 321 Main St., Worcester; tickets start at $35 for seating only and $80 for dinner and the show; mechanicshall.org.

Worcester Restaurant Week, Summer Edition
Sample food from a wide variety of Worcester’s best local restaurants without emptying your wallet! You’ll be able to indulge in a three-course meal for only $25.18 per person and test out special menus from participating restaurants. July 30-Aug. 11; various restaurants around Worcester; $25.18; worcesterrestaurantweek.com.