Nathans Hotdogs Contest 2025 Rules

Nathans Hotdogs Contest 2025 Rules. The reigning champ, joey chestnut, holds the nathan's hot dog eating contest record for the most hot dogs eaten at 73. Contestants in nathan's famous fourth of july international hot dog eating contest must successfully compete in one of four qualifying competitions.

Nathan’s famous hot dog eating contest in coney island has officially crowned a new winner after former champion joey chestnut was barred from competing. Hot dogs must be presented in plates of five, and each plate must be consumed in full before the contestant moves on to the next plate.