It's time for Fetterman's Second Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest at the 4th of July Celebration on Main Street in Downtown Platte City.
All proceeds will benefit The Care Portal
Fetterman’s Second Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest
• Date: July 4, 2025
• Time: 11:30 AM - 11:40 AM CDT
• Location: Platte County Courthouse, 328 Main Street, Platte City, MO
• Entry Fee:
• $15 for participants aged 14 & over
• $10 for participants aged 10 to 13 and 9 & under
Prizes:
• 14 & Over: $200 Fetterman's gift card
• 10 to 13: $100 Fetterman's gift card
• 9 & Under: $100 Fetterman's gift card
Contest Rules:
Eligibility:
• Participants must be registered and have submitted a signed waiver form by the designated deadline. Waiver can be found on fettermans.com or in store.
• The contest is divided into two age divisions: 13 & Under, and 14 & Over.
Registration and Fees:
• Entry fee is $15 for participants aged 14 & over, and $10 for participants aged 10 to 13 and 9 & under.
• Signed waiver forms must be submitted by 5:00 PM on July 3rd at Fetterman’s, 2405 NW Prairie View Rd, or by 10:30 AM at the contest location on the day of the event.
Contest Duration:
• The contest will last for 10 minutes, starting at 11:30 AM and ending at 11:40 AM.
Eating Rules:
• Participants must eat the entire hot dog (including the bun) to have it counted.
• Hot dogs can be consumed with or without condiments.
• Water will be provided and can be used to assist in eating.
• Participants must swallow the hot dog pieces before starting the next one.
• Partially eaten hot dogs at the end of the contest will not be counted.
Judging:
• Judges will be present to ensure fair play and to count the number of hot dogs consumed.
• In the event of a tie, a one-minute eat-off will determine the winner.
1. Health and Safety:
• Participants must be in good health and not have any medical conditions that would make participation unsafe.
• A medical team will be on standby in case of emergencies.
• Any participant experiencing difficulty or distress should stop immediately and seek help from the medical team.
Prizes:
• The winner of the 14 & Over division will receive a $200 Fetterman's gift card.
• The winner of the 10 to 13 division will receive a $100 Fetterman's gift card.
• The winner of the 9 & Under division will receive a $100 Fetterman's gift card.
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