Where To Get Free Hot Dogs On Wednesday In North Carolina

CHARLOTTE, NC — They're a staple of cookouts, ball games, street vendors and your kids love them, too. Happy National Hot Dog Day!

This year, the date to honor and indulge in the portable feast that you can dress up with your favorite condiments falls on Wednesday, July 18. To make the day more enjoyable, Patch has rounded up some steals, deals and freebies on hot dogs and the gadgets you need to cook them up throughout the Charlotte metro region and North Carolina. Participation varies by location and franchise, so check ahead to ensure your local restaurant is participating.

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Here's a list of chains offering up dog-gone good deals Wednesday, July 18:

7-Eleven: Get Big Bite hot dogs at 7-Eleven for only $1 on July 18. See details.

Amazon: Amazon Prime Pantry is running this special: Buy five select items and get $6 off your order. Eligible items include vital hot dog toppings, such as ketchup, relish and mustard.

Instacart: Get $1 off when you order two multipacks of Applegate hot dogs.

Kohl's: For a bit of nostalgia, shop Kohl's to get the Nostalgia Electrics Diner-Style Hot Dog
Steamer for $10 off (at $39.99).

Pilot Flying J: Guests will be treated to a free hot dog on July 18. Customize with Pilot Flying J's line of fresh toppings.

Sonic: During Sonic's happy hour (2 p.m. to 4 p.m.), get half-price drinks and slushes and $0.99 corn dogs.

Walmart: The Nostalgia Electrics Retro Series Pop-Up Hot Dog Toaster is on sale for $15.44 (down from $22) at Walmart. Plus,the retailer is offering Rollback prices on several grills right now, with discounts of as much as $150. Snag one in honor of National Hot Dog Day and use it for your Labor Day cookout.

Williams Sonoma: Get 20% off grills and grill covers now through Sept. 5.

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