As of early 2025, Joey Chestnut has not officially announced retirement from professional competitive eating, and he remains eligible and on standby for major contests, including Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, should scheduling and qualifying align.
While Chestnut has competed at a reduced event frequency in recent years and has publicly discussed age and recovery considerations, he has not confirmed whether he will compete in any specific 2025 event.
Below is a structured overview of his recent competitive activity, training approach, contract and eligibility status, and what to watch for in 2025.