If you don’t have cable, you’ll need a live TV streaming service to stream Gold Cup matches for free. One option we love is DIRECTV, which comes with five days free and starts at $59.99/month, with plenty of subscription options that include the ESPN family of networks.

The Fourth of July brings with it many traditions: fireworks, beach trips, cookouts, terrified dogs and, of course, the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. As usual, the competition will be held on July Fourth at the original Nathan's Famous location on Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York.

From start time to streaming info, here’s how to watch the 2025 Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest live online. Coverage of the women’s competition starts at 10:45 a.m. ET on ESPN3, with the men’s contest set to begin at noon ET on ESPN2.