Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest Qualifier - Cleveland, OH

Location: Cleveland, OH
Date: 06-05-2025

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Cleveland, where the heart of rock beats strong and the spirit of competition burns hot, is ready to turn up the heat once again! Get ready for another sizzling showdown at the 33rd annual Parma Rib 'N Rock—home to a Nathan's Famous qualifier that promises fierce competition and even fiercer appetites.

The Stage Is Set for Another Epic Battle in the Land of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

Mark your calendars for another high-stakes clash, where competitive eaters won’t just chase victory—they’ll devour it. With the irresistible aroma of barbecue in the air and the energy of rock music fueling the crowd, the best of the best will step up to compete for more than just glory. Two coveted spots at Coney Island on July 4th are on the line, and the pressure is as intense as the flames on the grill.

Do you have the Hunger, the Heart, and the Capacity to earn your spot at Coney Island? This is your moment to step up, take on the challenge, and prove you have what it takes to stand shoulder to shoulder with the best in the world. The stage is yours—will you rise to the occasion and claim your place in competitive eating history? Sign up now for your chance to compete.

This contest will take place at 6PM Eastern on Thursday, June 5th, 2025 at Parma Rib 'N Rock, which will take place in Downtown Parma, a suburb of Cleveland, OH.

About Nathan's Famous, Inc. Nathan's is a Russell 2000 Company that currently distributes its products in 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, and 20 foreign countries through its restaurant system, foodservice sales programs, product licensing activities, and manufacturing. For additional information about Nathan's, please visit our website at www.nathansfamous.com.

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*All applicants must be 18 years of age or older and fully acknowledge and understand the inherent dangers and risks associated with participating in an eating contest. The applicant further acknowledges and understands that the MLE/IFOCE coordinates with event sponsor(s) to select and approve eligible participants, and that the MLE/IFOCE shall decide, at its sole discretion, whether an applicant is eligible to participate in any eating event, and/or related activities. The MLE/IFOCE may revoke an applicant's eligibility to participate in the eating contest, or related activities, at any time, for any reason, at its sole discretion. The MLE/IFOCE and the event sponsors reserve the right, at any time, to change any and all details concerning the event, including, e.g., time, duration, location and prize structure.