CONEY ISLAND, N.Y. (PIX11) – Despite the drama that’s left Joey Chestnut off the roster, the show must go on at Coney Island this 4th of July, and the other eaters are ready chow down.
Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July hot dog eating contest will return to Coney Island Thursday. $20K is on the line for the 29 competitive eaters who will eat as many hot dogs as they can in 10 minutes.
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The famed hot dog showdown has graced the Coney Island shore since 1916, and beloved eater Chestnut won his first Mustard Yellow Belt in 2007. To many fans’ dismay, Chestnut will not compete at this year’s competition. Instead, he’ll take on soldiers at an event in El Paso, Texas.
Here’s everything you need to know about the 2024 Nathan’s Famous hot dog eating contest in Coney Island:
What time & where is the competition?
Pre-contest activities kick off at 10 a.m. in front of the Coney Island Nathan’s Famous location at 1310 Surf Ave. The women’s contest starts at 11 a.m. and the men’s contest follows at 12:30 p.m.