Entry Deadline:
Eating Competition – September 12th, 2026 @ 2:30PM
Discipline – Case’s Pork Roll Sandwich / 10 Minutes
River Fest returns—and with it comes one of the most beloved traditions in competitive eating: the Trenton Thunder World Famous Case’s Pork Roll Eating Championship, taking over Trenton Thunder Ballpark. Grab a seat, bring your appetite, and get ready for a New Jersey showdown packed with flavor, history, and high-stakes competition.
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, there’s no better place to honor a true Garden State tradition than right here at River Fest. Join thousands of fans for the excitement, the spectacle, and the pork-powered drama that has made this championship a fixture on the Major League Eating calendar. Fill out the form below and throw your bib into the mix—because somewhere in this field may be the next Pork Roll champion.
Total Purse – $4,000.00
1st Place – $2,000.00
2nd Place – $1,000.00
3rd Place – $600.00
4th Place – $300.00
5th Place – $100.00
Trenton Thunder Ballpark
1 Thunder Rd
Trenton, NJ 08611
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