PETA distributes vegan wieners outside Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest

PETA distributes vegan wieners outside Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest

Joey Chestnut won the event

Members of PETA hand out vegan hot dogs outside the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest. (PETA)

Tommy Tofu stands in front of Nathan's. (PETA)

Joey Chestnut prepares to compete in the men's competition at Nathan's Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest on July 4, 2025, in New York City. Joey Chestnut makes his return to the Nathan's Famous 4th of July Hot Dog Eating Contest to compete for a 17th win after missing the 2024 event due to a sponsorship dispute with Major League Eating. (Adam Gray/Getty Images)