July 4th in the United States of America is defined by friends, family, fireworks and freedom. And professional eating. While you and your loved ones may be doing some professional eating of your own, ...

Before the men take the stage, the spotlight belongs to the women as the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest opens with another championship showdown in Coney Island. Folks will ...

Joey Chestnut is as reliable as fireworks on the Fourth of July. Chestnut delivered yet again, winning his 18th title at the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest on Saturday, July 4. He did it by eating 66 ...

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Competitive eating stars from all over the world will gather on New York's Coney Island for the sport's biggest and brightest event as the 2026 Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest kicks off on July 4.