National Hot Dog Day 2025: 5 hot deals to celebrate America's iconic fast food

Turns out, Priyanka Chopra Jonas couldn’t have started the beef at a more perfect moment!Yes, we’re yet to reach a conclusion in the Vada Pao vs Hot Dog fight, but the National Hot Dog Day is already here! All the arguments can take the backseat as of now; for it’s time to stuff our mouths and relish the sizzle!

What is a Hot Dog?

A hot dog is a cooked sausage, traditionally a frankfurter or wiener, served in a sliced bun.

It's a popular food, often enjoyed at casual gatherings like picnics and sporting events.

The sausage is typically made from beef, pork, or a combination, and may include poultry.While the exact origin of the name is debated, the hot dog has been a popular food in the United States since the late 1800s. There are many regional and cultural variations of the hot dog, including the Chicago-style hot dog with its specific toppings.

What is National Hot Dog Day?

Celebrated on July 16, National Hot Dog Day is a part of National Hot Dog Month, an initiative launched by the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council back in 1994. Initially pegged to a Capitol Hill luncheon, this mid‑summer celebration honors one of America’s most iconic and one of the most affordable foods.Let’s get real for a moment and boast about the heritage a little bit. Hot dogs aren’t just food – they’re part of the American identity.

They’re the cultural comfort Americans crave. According to the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council, Americans consume around 20 billion hot dogs annually, about 70 per person, with an estimated 150 million hot dogs eaten in the USA on the Fourth of July. That's enough to stretch from Washington D.C.

on the east coast of the USA to L.A. on the west coast more than five times.From German sausage roots to Coney Island carts and backyard BBQs, hot dogs are deeply woven into the tapestry of American tradition.

Regional styles like the Chicago dog (no ketchup!), New York dog, Sonoran bacon-wrapped dog, West Virginia chili dog, and the creamy Seattle dog exemplify the diversity of hot dog culture.National Hot Dog Day is a lighthearted celebration of one of America’s most iconic foods, celebrated at ballparks, backyards, street carts, and fast‑food joints nationwide. Whether you're a mustard purist or a chili-cone connoisseur, we've put together the juiciest hot deals to make your celebration full of flavors and punches!

Take a look.

The hot deals:

Dog Haus – Free Haus Dog + BOGO After

What you get: Haus Rewards members receive a free Haus Dog (no purchase needed) on July 16. From July 17–31, enjoy BOGO (buy one, get one free) on Haus Dogs.Why it’s hot: Perfect for loyalty fans, claim your freebie and stretch it into a second hot dog at no extra cost!

Circle K – Two Roller‑Grill Hot Dogs for $1

What you get: Through the Circle K app, grab 2 hot dogs for $1 on July 16.Why it’s hot: Ideal for quick snacks or sharing on the go – a budget-friendly deal that doesn’t skimp on flavor.

Sonic – Month‑Long $1/$2/$3 Hot Dog Deals

What you get: During Dog Days of Summer (July 1–31), app users can redeem rotating deals: $1 corn dog, $2 All‑American dog, $3 foot‑long coney, refreshing each Monday.Why it’s hot: Keeps the celebration alive all month, mix and match weekly treats via app.

Philly Pretzel Factory – $1 Pretzel Dogs + Free App Bonus

What you get: Get $1 Pretzel Dogs on July 16, plus a free Pretzel Dog just for downloading the app, no purchase needed.Why it’s hot: A unique twist – pretzel buns FTW! The app bonus is a tasty treat worth grabbing.

Portillo’s – $1 (Garden) Dog With $5 Purchase

What you get: Portillo’s Perks members can enjoy a $1 hot dog or vegetarian Garden Dog with a minimum $5 purchase, valid all week (July 14–20).Why it’s hot: Chicago’s fan-fave hot dogs for just $1, plus veggie-friendly options? Easily, a winner!

Bonus dogs:

Apart from the aforementioned five hot deals, there are some other deals you can check out.EG America: 2 all‑beef dogs for $3 at convenience stores like Cumberland Farms, Turkey Hill, Loaf ‘N Jug, and Quik Stop (July 14–20).Sheetz: Buy 10 gallons of gas via the app, get 2 free hot dogs (July 16–22).Krystal: Free Pup, Corn Pup, or Chili Cheese Pup with $10+ online order using promo KRYSTALPUP.7‑Eleven: Big Bite dogs for $2 or $5 Meal Deal for 7Rewards members, running July 8–22.Wienerschnitzel: 4 chili dogs for $4 on July 16.Love’s Travel Stops: Free hot dog daily from July 14–18 via the Love’s Connect app.