Few Independence Day traditions are as iconic as the Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island. Held on the corner of Surf and Stillwell Avenues, the spectacle kicks off with the women's competition at 11 a.m., followed by the men's division at noon. Thousands of spectators gather each year to watch competitive eaters down dozens of hot dogs in just 10 minutes.
Brooklynites looking to take charge of their health should attend the Healthy Aging & Wellness Expo on April 15, focusing on health advancements for those 55 and older.
The Labor Day parade is now the culmination of days of carnival events in the city, which includes a steel pan band competition and J'Ouvert, a separate street party on Monday morning commemorating freedom from slavery.