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A community celebration of hot dog heritage is marking a major milestone later this week.
The West Virginia Hot Dog Festival will celebrate its 20th anniversary this Saturday, July 27 at Pullman Square and 3rd Avenue in downtown Huntington.
The festival showcases dozens of hot dog businesses from Huntington, the broader state of West Virginia, and from around the country to “give our communities the chance to enjoy our local hot dogs, and also have new experiences with hot dogs and treats from around the state, and beyond,” according to a press release.
The event also showcases hot dog eating and root beer chugging contests, as well as costume contests and races for family dogs and other live entertainment.
Since its inception, the hot dog festival has functioned as a fundraiser. All proceeds raised from the event go to the Hoops Family Children’s Hospital at Cabell Huntington Hospital.
According to their website, the annual WV Hot Dog Festival has raised more than $250,000 since 2005, all used to help children in treatment for cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.
