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2026 Hot Dog Eating Contest Lottery (Includes Admission)
- Date
- Thursday, October 8 2026
- Start time
- 7:00 PM
- Venue & location
- Winston-Salem Fairgrounds
300 Deacon Blvd., Winston Salem, NC, 27105 - Line-up
- Carolina Classic Fair
About this event
3rd Annual Carolina Classic Fair Hot Dog Eating Contest Registration There will be 15 total contestants selected to compete. The Fair and its agencies reserve the right to offer spots to contestants outside of the lottery process. Contestant must pay $25 lottery to be eligible for registration. The lottery includes admission to the fair. Deadline to enter is October 6 at 10 p.m. Selected participants will be selected at random and notified via email on October 7 The winner will receive $250 and a trophy.
Good to know
Lottery includes admission to the fair on Thursday October 8th
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Getting there
300 Deacon Blvd., Winston Salem, NC, 27105
Parking at Winston-Salem Fairgrounds
Parking is at Gate 5 off Deacon Blvd - Prices vary.
Accessibility
This is an accessible venue.
Venue rules
No video or recording devices allowed.
Nearby
More events near Winston Salem
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2026 Hot Dog Eating Contest Lottery (Includes Admission) — questions
When is 2026 Hot Dog Eating Contest Lottery (Includes Admission)?
2026 Hot Dog Eating Contest Lottery (Includes Admission) takes place on Thursday, October 8 2026 at 7:00 PM, local time at the venue.
Where is 2026 Hot Dog Eating Contest Lottery (Includes Admission) held?
At Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, 300 Deacon Blvd., Winston Salem, NC 27105. There is a map and a directions link on this page.
How much are tickets for 2026 Hot Dog Eating Contest Lottery (Includes Admission)?
The promoter has not published a price range for this event. The official ticket page shows current availability and pricing.
Is there parking at Winston-Salem Fairgrounds?
Parking is at Gate 5 off Deacon Blvd - Prices vary.
Do children need a ticket?
Under 2 is free on lap.