72+ Hot Dogs In 10 Minutes?! Here's How to Watch Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest This July 4th

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Photo credit: Rachael Ray Show Aired July 03, 2018

If you're anything like us, you'll be busy grilling and sipping on red, white and blue sangria this July 4 -- but if you don't want to miss watching competitors eat as many hot dogs as they can in 10 minutes in the annual Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest, we've got you covered with all the details.

(It takes place every single year, but it just never gets old -- are we right?)

So, here's what time you and your friends should prepare to gather around the TV (or device!) to see who will take home the coveted Mustard Belt. (The reigning champion ate a whopping 72 hot dogs last year!)

Women's Division
Time: 10:50 a.m. ET
Channel: ESPN3

Men's Division
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Channel: ESPN2

You can also stream the competition on WatchESPN!

Get more details and learn more about the long-standing annual competition here.

Now, we would be remiss if we didn't provide you with a bunch of hot dog recipes so you don't get too jealous while you're watching -- so without further ado:

'Cheeseburger' Hot Dog

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GET THE RECIPE: 'Cheeseburger' Hot Dog

Hot Dog Grilled Cheese

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GET THE RECIPE: Hot Dog Grilled Cheese

Piggies in Puff with Everything Bagel Spice and Deli Mustard

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GET THE RECIPE: Piggies in Puff with Everything Bagel Spice and Deli Mustard

Chicago-Style Hot Dogs
 

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GET THE RECIPE: Chicago-Style Hot Dogs

Curly Dogs with Pickle Relish
 

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GET THE RECIPE: Curly Dogs with Pickle Relish

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