June 1-30

National Candy Month

Satisfy your sweet tooth all month long with National Candy Month! From classic favorites to unique flavors, indulge in the best treats.

Yearly Date

June 1

Observed in

United States

Introduction

Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth all month long because June is National Candy Month! This delicious holiday was created in 1974 to celebrate the wide variety of candies available and the joy they bring to our lives. From chocolate bars to gummy bears, there's a candy for everyone's taste buds. Did you know that the first candy ever made was a form of honeycomb in ancient Egypt? And now, we have countless options and flavors to choose from. So go ahead and indulge in your favorite treats guilt-free this month!

National Candy Month Timeline

1500s

Sugar Candies Birth

Sugar candies started to be manufactured in Europe during the 1500s. These were considered luxury treats due to the high price of sugar.

1791

Whitby's Candy Shop

The oldest candy store in America, Whitby's Candy Shop, was found in New Hampshire and has been in operation since this year.

1847

Oliver Chase’s Candy Innovations

Oliver Chase invented a machine that created candies such as the NECCO wafer, changing the face of candy production.

1894

Milton Hershey's Chocolate Factory

Milton Hershey founded his chocolate company, bringing milk chocolate—a previously luxury item—into mainstream consumption.

1928

Invention of Bubble Gum

Walter Diemer, an accountant at the Fleer Chewing Gum Company, invented bubble gum, introducing a new form of candy enjoyment.

1974

First National Candy Month

National Candy Month was first celebrated to indulge in the wide variety of candies and appreciate their role in cultural traditions.

How to Celebrate National Candy Month

1 Create a candy-inspired dessert

Put a twist on your favorite dessert by incorporating candy into the recipe. For example, make a chocolate chip cookie with crushed candy pieces or top a cupcake with a mini-sized candy bar.

2 Go on a candy scavenger hunt

Create a list of different types of candy and have a scavenger hunt around your neighborhood or local candy shops to see who can find the most items on the list.

3 Host a candy-themed movie night

Gather your friends and family for a movie night featuring your favorite candy-themed films, such as "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" or "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory."

4 Visit a candy factory or museum

Take a trip to a local candy factory or museum to learn about the history and production of your favorite sweets. You may even get to sample some treats!

5 Create a candy art project

Get crafty and create an art project using different types of candy. You could make a candy necklace, a mosaic using colorful candies, or even a sculpture made entirely out of candy.

Why We Love National Candy Month

It's a sweet celebration

National Candy Month is the ultimate excuse to indulge in all of your favorite sweets guilt-free. From chocolates to gummies to hard candies, there's something for everyone to enjoy during this month-long celebration.

Memories and nostalgia

Candy can often evoke memories from our childhood and bring back feelings of nostalgia. Whether it's a classic candy bar or a beloved candy from your hometown, National Candy Month is a great time to reconnect with your inner child and relive some happy memories.

It brings people together

Sharing candy is a universal way of bringing people together and celebrating special moments. On National Candy Month, consider surprising your loved ones with their favorite treats or host a candy-themed party - because nothing says 'I love you' like a bag full of delicious sweets!