be on the other side so that the contestants can clean themselves up or wipe off the dripping sweat that falls in the midst of their July 4th feast.

Decorate for the July 4th Celebration Contest

To decorate for this event you should use the patriotic colors of the American Flag, red, white and blue. Your local Dollar store has a wide variety of July 4th decorations to choose from. You can also purchase a whistle since you will need it to begin the hot dog eating contest yet create a patriotic style by using a red, white and blue ribbon to wrap it around your neck. Placing a couple of red, white and blue balloons are definitely not out of the question as it brings the competition a great American spirit since the hot dog is the All-American dish.

Side Entertainment?

The side entertainment menu should include music, whether live or from a radio. It is always good to hear patriotic music on the Fourth of July. Another idea to choose from would be to ask any musicians that you may know who can play a guitar. They could sit on the side of the contest and play patriotic folk songs in the background. There should never be a cup in front of the musician seeking for money and that is why you might have to pay them to perform unless they personally decide to play for free. Either way, patriotic music is great to add to your July 4th hot dog eating contest.

Child Activities

If there are children you can add this activity to keep them happy and occupied. Face painting is enjoyable for any child as they love the patriotic flags and other designs painted upon their face to celebrate the July 4th holiday. You could even paint a little hot dog on the side of their cheek. A fun way to celebrate a day with the attendance of children during your Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.

Parking Accessibility

Last at mind would be parking. Make sure that you have ample space so that everyone has a place to park. This is wise and respectful to those who wish not to be blocked in by strangers vehicles for this is a good way to get someones vehicle towed. If there is a huge turn out, perhaps planning another parking arrangement would be wise if you only have a small area to offer the many visitors. With all this in place, you should be ready to begin your hot dog contest with patriotic spirit.

Wrapping Up the Hot Dog Eating Contest

As the tables are set and each contestant is ready as the whistle blows and they go to town eating hot dogs as if there is not tomorrow. As the cheers grow and the occasional startled sounds from onlookers watching the struggles of some contestants, the contest wraps up nicely with a winner. The winner should get a prize for their efforts as you should praise the all contestants in front of the guests enjoying your July 4th hot dog eating contest.

No matter how you do it remember that better organization results in a successful Fourth of July hot dog eating contest.

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