How and when to watch Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest for July 4, 2025

The Fourth of July brings with it many traditions: fireworks, beach trips, cookouts, terrified dogs and, of course, the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest.  

As usual, the competition will be held on July Fourth at the original Nathan's Famous location on Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York.

Following a ban last year, 16-time Nathan's hot dog eating champion and world-record holder Joey Chestnut is back this year to compete for the Mustard Belt and the $10,000 grand prize. He'll face off against defending champion Patrick Bertoletti and 13 other competitors. On the women's side, world record holder Miki Sudo will look to defend her title for a fourth straight year.