The Cattleman's Classic
The BEEFIEST event of the year!
The NETBIO Cattleman’s Classic & Ribeye Round Up is one of the premier steak cook-off events in Texas, bringing together grill teams, ranchers, families, and food lovers for a day-long celebration of beef, community, and tradition. Held each year in downtown Sulphur Springs, this event offers multiple ways to get involved—whether you're looking to compete in the ribeye steak cook-off, enter your young chef in the Junior Cook Division, or simply enjoy a day filled with steak tastings, live music, and hometown hospitality. It’s the perfect event for both seasoned pitmasters and backyard grillers to showcase their skills and compete for trophies, buckles, and bragging rights.
Attendees can purchase tasting tickets to sample mouthwatering bite-sized ribeye cuts from a variety of competing teams, while enjoying an afternoon of live country music, family-friendly fun, and a festival-style atmosphere. With past years featuring performances from Texas music favorites and generous support from local ranchers, banks, and ag sponsors, the Round Up continues to grow as a can't-miss food and culture event in East Texas.
Set in the award-winning historic downtown square of Sulphur Springs, Texas, the event takes full advantage of the area’s charming architecture, walkable layout, and vibrant community spaces. Surrounded by local shops, cafes, and the iconic glass bathrooms on the square, guests can take in the sights, support local businesses, and experience the rich cowboy and ranching heritage that Northeast Texas is known for. It’s more than a steak cook-off—it’s a full Texas experience.
Whether you're here to compete, taste, cheer on the youth cooks, or just soak in the small-town charm, the NETBIO Cattleman’s Classic & Ribeye Round Up invites you to be part of something that’s pure Texas at heart.
First Annual Cornhole Tournament!
Step right up and toss your way to glory at the Cattleman’s Classic Ribeye Roundup’s first-ever Cornhole Tournament, proudly sponsored by Jay Hodge Chevrolet! Whether you’re a seasoned bag slinger or just in it for the laughs, this is your chance to claim bragging rights, win prizes, and soak up the festival atmosphere. Picture it: sizzling ribeyes in the air, live music in the background, and you landing the winning throw with the crowd cheering you on. Registration opens August 18th—so grab your partner, bring your A-game, and get ready to toss, score, and celebrate in true Texas style.
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Everything You Need to Know About This Year's Event
Sink your teeth into the ultimate celebration of beef, smoke, and good times at the Cattleman’s Classic Ribeye Round-Up! Stroll through the award-winning streets of downtown Sulphur Springs as top grillmasters fire up their best ribeyes, live music fills the air, and the aroma of perfectly seared steak surrounds you. With cold drinks, toe-tapping tunes, and a steak-tasting experience like no other—this is your invitation to eat well, laugh loud, and make memories under the Texas sky.
What is NETBIO
Enhancing the Beef Industry of North East Texas
The Northeast Texas Beef Improvement Organization (NETBIO) is a coalition of local ranchers, cattlemen, and industry leaders dedicated to advancing the quality, sustainability, and reputation of Northeast Texas beef. Formed with a deep respect for the land and the legacy of Texas ranching, NETBIO supports producers through education, innovation, and collective marketing efforts.
Their mission is simple: to raise better beef and build a stronger community around it. The Cattleman’s Classic & Ribeye Round Up is not just a celebration of great steak—it’s a showcase of the ranching families and hard-earned traditions that make our region’s beef among the best in the world.
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