The Fourth of July is here, and you know what that means. It is time for the Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest! This event started in 1972 and takes place at the Nathan’s Famous Corporation in Brooklyn, New York.
On DraftKings Sportsbook, Joey Chestnut is a huge -2000 favorite to win today’s contest.
When is the 2025 Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest?
The 2025 Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is taking place on Friday, July 4, 2025.
How to watch?
The Men’s contest will air live on ESPN2. Before Joey Chestnut competes, the Women’s contest airs on ESPN3. There will also be a special Chestnut cam airing on ESPN3. ESPN has been the home of Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest since 2004. The current broadcast partnership for this event is in effect until 2029.
What time is it?
The day begins with the Women’s contest at 10:45 a.m. ET with the Men’s Contest starting at 12:00 p.m. ET. The Main event re-airs at 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. ET Friday night.
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