The Fourth of July has almost arrived, and Target’s here to help you celebrate with family, friends and delicious food. If you need inspiration for a fun feast that’s sure to impress, look no further. Target knows what consumers are cooking up this Fourth of July — right down to the state, as we took a closer look* at how guests across the country shop classic grilling favorites to settle the classic debate: hot dog or hamburger?
Which was deemed the most popular Fourth of July food for the grill? The iconic hot dog. In 75% of U.S. states, consumers prefer hot dogs over hamburgers (while Colorado, Kansas and New Mexico show that not everyone can decide between the two classics). And our guests prove there is still a lot of love for burgers, with 11 states purchasing more burgers than dogs. See below for each state’s stance.
“This Fourth of July and all summer long, Target’s firing up unbeatable flavors and value,” says John Conlin, senior vice president of merchandising, food and beverage. “From juicy burgers under $10 to crowd-pleasing drinks and desserts, we’ve got everything you need to impress your guests this summer without breaking the bank. Forgot something? Get everything quickly with our same-day services.”
Need more affordable inspiration for your Fourth of July celebrations? Check out items from Target’s latest Good & Gather Collab with award-winning pitmaster Rodney Scott and end the night on a sweet note with celebratory desserts, seasonal ice cream flavors or campfire cones. Make your party budget go further with plenty of ways to save at Target, including:
- 20% women’s swim; kids, newborn, infants and toddler shorts
- 30% off women’s dresses and shorts
- Up to 50% off Sun Squad items
- 20% off July Fourth-themed cookies, cupcakes and brownie bites
- 10 for $10 burgers
- Buy three save 40% on soda
- Two-for-$8 Frito Lay party sizes and dips
- Up to 50% off beach towels
So start up the grill and get ready for plenty of compliments to the party planner.
* Source: Target hot dog and hamburger unit sales data for the week prior to July 4, 2024. States with more burger unit sales than hot dogs: Arkansas, Arizona, Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, Minnesota, North Dakota, Nebraska, New York, South Carolina, Utah; Colorado, Kansas and New Mexico were a tie, and the remaining states saw more hot dog sales than hamburger.
