epa11455562 Nathan's mascot poses with plated hot dogs during weigh-in ceremony for Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest in New York, New York, 03 July 2024. Nathan's Annual Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest will take place 04 July in Coney Island, when contestants will attempt to eat as many hot dogs and buns as they can in 10 minutes. EPA/SARAH YENESEL