World-renowned competitive eating champion Joey Chestnut is on his way to AutoZone Park on Saturday, July 18, bringing one of the most recognizable personalities in sports and entertainment to downtown Memphis for a special night at the ballpark that will be capped off with postgame fireworks!
Chestnut, widely regarded as the greatest competitive eater of all time, is best known for his dominance at the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest, where he has captured a record 17 championships and set multiple world records throughout his career. Nicknamed Jaws, Chestnut has become a global sports entertainment figure thanks to his record-breaking performances, including his iconic 76-hot-dog world record and victories across a wide range of sanctioned eating competitions. His sustained excellence, national television presence, and larger-than-life competitive persona have made him one of the most recognizable champions in competitive sports and live event entertainment.
Additional details surrounding promotions, meet & greet opportunities, and additional event activations for Saturday, July 18, 2026, will be announced at a later date.