National Hot Dog Day is here. Where to find food deals in Indiana
The time between Memorial Day and Labor Day is considered 'hot dog season," when about $1.16 billion, or 38%, of the year's hot dog purchases occur, according to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council.
During the coronavirus pandemic, the organization designated the third Wednesday in July – also known as National Hot Dog Month – as the day to celebrate the sandwich.
The chain, on July 15, released a limited-time menu of $4.99-$7.99 hot dogs.
Its 'Dog Days' Hot Dog Lineup:
National Hot Dog Day: Celebrate with a look back at the inaugural Wienie 500
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