Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Competition Qualifier - Hersheypark, Hershey PA

Location: Hersheypark, PA
Date: 06-19-2026

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As the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary this summer, the Road to Coney Island rolls on with one final stop, where sweetness meets sheer competitive fire. This is your last chance to claim a place in one of America’s most legendary Fourth of July traditions.

Welcome to Hershey, Pennsylvania, home of Hersheypark, a destination known for its chocolate, its thrills, and now, its place in competitive eating history. For one unforgettable day, the rides take a backseat as the spotlight turns to the table, where the world’s top eaters and rising challengers collide in the final qualifier of the 2026 season.

This is it, the last opportunity to punch your ticket to Brooklyn. Competitors will have 10 intense minutes to consume as many Nathan’s Famous hot dogs as possible, pushing the limits of speed, focus, and endurance. Every second counts, every bite matters, and when the clock stops, only one man and one woman will stand victorious.

With a crowd buzzing from the energy of the park and the stakes higher than ever, this event promises to deliver unforgettable moments as athletes chase their shot at glory on July 4th. From historic celebrations to modern-day legends in the making, this summer is about honoring tradition while creating something new. The next names to join the ranks of competitive eating’s elite will be decided here.

Do you think you have the capacity, the composure, and the competitive edge? Step up, seize the moment, and take your place in an enduring American spectacle. Register now—because this is the final stop on the Road to Coney for 2026.

This contest will take place at 2PM EST on Friday, June 19th, 2026 at The Boardwalk water park inside Hersheypark, 100 Hersheypark Dr, Hershey, PA 17033

About Nathan's Famous, Inc.
Nathan’s Famous, Inc. (NASDAQ: NATH) 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 21 foreign countries through its product licensing activities, foodservice sales programs, and restaurant system. 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.