Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog-Eating Contest
Brooklyn, New York
Yes, it's got a very wordy name, and yes, it's kind of gross, but if you're going to be near Coney Island next week, you might as well make a stop to see the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog-Eating Contest. Approaching its centennial anniversary, this mother of all eating contests pits 20 large-stomached individuals against each other in a 10-minute dash to down as many wieners and buns as they can. Joey Chestnut holds the current record of 68, although don't worry — no one will make fun of you for eating less, assuming you still have an appetite afterwards.
