The Edinburg Chamber of Commerce and the City of Edinburg will host the 16th annual Texas Cook’Em: High Steaks on July 2 at Ebony Hills Golf Course. Headliner for the event is Aaron Watson with openers Red Not Chili Peppers, Draft, Explosion Tejana and more.

Texas Cook’Em is one of the state’s biggest BBQ purse, awarding $25,000 to winners. Competitors will battle it out on the grill to cook the best chicken, ribs, pork, brisket and rib-eye steak. Winners will take home money and a year’s work of bragging rights.

Registration for the barbecue competition is now open. To register for the cook-off, visit edinburg.com.

A portion of the event proceeds will benefit local veterans attending the University of Texas – Rio Grande Valley with scholarships. Texas Cook’Em has distributed over $20,000 in scholarships locally.

Attendees can now contribute to the veterans scholarship program by purchasing a Steak Society membership. By participating in the new Steak Society membership attendees will receive an exclusive Steak Society cap and have access to the Steak Society Lounge throughout the event. The lounge will provide an eatmosphere where veteran supporters can relax, cool down and have a great view of the concert. Those who wish to purchase a $75 membership may do so by calling 956-383-4974.

This year’s festivities will begin at 10 a.m. Activities include live music, vendors, car show, a children’s fun zone and food.

Admission to the concert is free. Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Limited VIP tables are available for purchase at the Edinburg Chamber of Commerce by calling 956-383-4974.

Additional sponsorship and vendor opportunities are available upon request.