{"id":35544,"date":"2026-01-14T14:19:19","date_gmt":"2026-01-14T20:19:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/2026\/01\/14\/the-wieners-circle-is-now-looking-for-chicagos-top-caleb-williams-look-alike\/"},"modified":"2026-01-14T14:19:20","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T20:19:20","slug":"the-wieners-circle-is-now-looking-for-chicagos-top-caleb-williams-look-alike","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/citystuff.com\/chicago\/2026\/01\/14\/the-wieners-circle-is-now-looking-for-chicagos-top-caleb-williams-look-alike\/","title":{"rendered":"The Wieners Circle Is Now Looking For Chicago\u2019s Top Caleb Williams Look-Alike"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Introduction to the Contest<\/h2>\n<p>LINCOLN PARK \u2014 Calling all fans of the Bears, manicured nails and matcha lattes: A Caleb Williams look-alike contest is being held next week. <\/p>\n<h2>Contest Details<\/h2>\n<p>The Wieners Circle will host the look-alike contest for the Bears\u2019 star quarterback at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the famous hotdog stand, 2622 N. Clark St.<br \/>\nThe winner will take home a prize package with items including a Wieners Circle gift card and merch, according to the restaurant.<\/p>\n<h2>The Inspiration Behind the Contest<\/h2>\n<p>The contest comes amid a playoff push by the Bears that has taken the city by storm \u2014 especially following the team\u2019s dramatic comeback win over the rival Green Bay Packers last weekend.<br \/>\nThe game against the Packers has made a star of Williams, who is known to go viral for his pre-game outfits that often feature him sporting a fresh manicure, an iced matcha latte and wired headphones. <\/p>\n<h2>Previous Promotions<\/h2>\n<p>It is at least the third Bears-related promotion at the Wieners Circle this season.<br \/>\nIn December, the hot dog stand known for its pithy billboard messages and surly staff, drew nearly 1,000 fans by giving away free hot dogs after Bears coach Ben Johnson\u2019s shirtless celebration following the team\u2019s win over the Super Bowl\u2013defending Philadelphia Eagles. Before that, the restaurant gave away hotdogs after Williams threw four touchdown passes in a game against the Dallas Cowboys.<\/p>\n<h2>Commitment to the Bears<\/h2>\n<p>The restaurant has also pledged to hand out free hot dogs to paradegoers \u2014 as many as possible \u2014 and offer free hot dogs for life to Bears players if Chicago wins the Super Bowl this year, betting big on the Chicago team\u2019s storybook season.<br \/>\nIf the Bears win the Super Bowl, we will feed free hot dogs to the entire parade (as many as we can give out), and the players on the team will receive free hot dogs at our store for the rest of their lives <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/xqNy8QkZjx\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/t.co\/xqNy8QkZjx<\/a>\u2014 The Wieners Circle (@TheWienerCircle) January 9, 2026<\/p>\n<h2>Reaction to the Contest<\/h2>\n<p>Some commenters joked the look-alike contest could also double as a dating opportunity.<br \/>\nOne wrote, \u201cI\u2019ll be down there too. Please be single.\u201d<br \/>\nAnother added, \u201cAll them fine men on a Tuesday? Let me see if I can tell my job grandma [I\u2019m] not gonna make it again.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2>Additional Information<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Listen to the Block Club Chicago podcast:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>The Wieners Circle&#8217;s Caleb Williams look-alike contest is an exciting event for Bears fans and a great opportunity to win prizes. With the team&#8217;s playoff push and Williams&#8217; rising star, this contest is sure to draw a crowd. Whether you&#8217;re a fan of the Bears or just looking for a fun event, this is an occasion not to be missed.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQs<\/h2>\n<p>Q: When and where is the Caleb Williams look-alike contest?<br \/>\nA: The contest will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday at The Wieners Circle, 2622 N. Clark St.<br \/>\nQ: What is the prize for the winner?<br \/>\nA: The winner will receive a prize package including a Wieners Circle gift card and merch.<br \/>\nQ: Is this the first Bears-related promotion at The Wieners Circle?<br \/>\nA: No, it is at least the third Bears-related promotion at The Wieners Circle this season.<br \/>\nQ: What has The Wieners Circle pledged to do if the Bears win the Super Bowl?<br \/>\nA: The restaurant has pledged to hand out free hot dogs to paradegoers and offer free hot dogs for life to Bears players if Chicago wins the Super Bowl this year.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction to the Contest LINCOLN PARK \u2014 Calling all fans of the Bears, manicured nails and matcha lattes: A Caleb Williams look-alike contest is being held next week. Contest Details The Wieners Circle will host the look-alike contest for the Bears\u2019 star quarterback at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the famous hotdog stand, 2622 N. 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