Everywhere You Can Get Free Hot Dogs Today for National Hot Dog Day

The great mid-summer tube meat celebration arrives.

Few people can eat as many hot dogs in a full day as Joey Chestnut can eat in 10 minutes. However, if you have the uncontrollable itch to try, July 20 should be your day. (For reference: Chestnut won this year's Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest by chowing down 63 of 'em in 10 minutes.)

July 20 is National Hot Dog Day. In general, the summertime tube meat isn't a high-price item. On National Hot Dog Day, though, you're going to find some real deals on the mustard-delivery device. To get you on the path of least resistance--like a wet hot dog sliding down a competitive eater's throat--we've pulled together all the best hot dog deals you'll find on National Hot Dog Day, including deals from Dog Haus, Hot Dog on a Stick, Love's Travel Stops, and more.

Here are the best deals on hot dogs you will find on National Hot Dog Day. 

Free Hot Dogs on National Hot Dog Day

Dog Haus
The deal: 
Join or have already joined the Haus Hookup rewards program to get a free hot dog. You'll have to show the mobile coupon and you can only get one. Still, free dogs. 
When: July 20

Hot Dog on a Stick
The deal:
Rewards members who buy an Original Turkey on a Stick or a Veggie on a Stick can grab a second one for free. 
When: July 20

Sheetz
The deal:
Make a purchase on the Sheetz app and you'll get two hot dogs for free. 
When: July 20-22

Love's Travel Stops
The deal:
Grab a free hot dog or roller grill item. You'll have to grab the deal out of the mobile app, but it's good on items like Schwab's Finest Hot Dogs, Tornados, Roller Bites, egg rolls, and more. 
When: July 20

The Original Hot Dog Factory
The deal:
It's a couple of days after National Hot Dog Day, but it's still National Hot Dog Month. So, the east coast chain is offering free hot dogs at all of its locations today. 
When: July 22, noon-4 pm

Hot Dog Deals on National Hot Dog Day

Whole Foods
The deal:
Get 20% off all hot dogs. If you're a Prime member, you'll get an extra 10% off. That deal includes plant-based hot dogs. 
When: July 20-26

Whole Foods & Walmart
The deal:
Take 70% off  Applegate's Do Good Dog hot dogs with the linked coupon, which is valid at Whole Foods or Walmart.
When: July 20

Philly Pretzel Factory (and Walmart)
The deal: Get the shop's Pretzel Dogs for a dollar. 
When: July 20

Pilot Flying J
The deal:
Pop into the myRewards Plus app to get a buy-one-get-one-free deal on hot dogs. 
When: July 20

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Courtesy of The Original Hot Dog Factory

Local Deals on National Hot Dog Day

The Wiener's Circle - Chicago, Illinois
The deal:
Miller Lite and Vienna Beef are giving out free Chicago-style hot dogs at bars around Illinois from July 20 through August 18. It'll start at the Wiener's Circle on National Hot Dog Day before heading to Martin's Corner the following day. 
When: July 20, 4-6 pm

Crif Dogs - New York City, New York
The deal:
The Franks 'n Dranks gets you a build-your-own Crif Dog and a Miller High Light for $8. Or you can do a Crif Dog and a draft cocktail from PDT for $10.
When: Through July 20, 4-6 pm

Other Deals on National Hot Dog Day

Penn Station East Coast Subs
The deal:
Grab BOGO sandwiches from the sub chain. Use the code "SUMMER2022" at participating locations. 
When: Through July 31

Noodles & Company
The deal:
Grab a Regular Veggie entrée for the price of a small if you're a Noodles Rewards member. 
When: Through July 24

Metro Diner
The deal:
It is bringing back its Pittsburgh Steak Salad, which is a salad that is topped with French fries, steak tips, blue cheese crumbles, and blue cheese dressing. It'll run you $15. 
When: Through August 21

KFC
The deal:
Get free delivery when you order through the KFC app or website. 
When: July 4-24

Marble Slab Creamery
The deal:
Rewards members can redeem a randomized prize in the app at any point during National Ice Cream Month. You might get a free small ice cream, BOGO small ice cream, or other smaller discounts. 
When: Through July 31

Bonchon
The deal:
Get free delivery all month. 
When: Through July 31

Pokeworks
The deal:
Place an order of at least $30 and you can take $5 off with the code "POKEPICNIC." You'll have to be a rewards member and order either online or through the app. 
When: Through July 31

Want more food deals?

Here's our huuuuuuuge running list of all the free food you can get right now, as well as the best pizza dealsreward programs, birthday freebiesgift card offersfood delivery offersalcohol delivery deals, and perks for getting your vaccination against COVID-19. If you want a little more than, say a free taco, we also have you covered with a long list of meals you can get at fast food chains under $5. You're welcome.

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Dustin Nelson is a Senior Staff Writer at Thrillist. Follow Dustin on Twitter.