National Candy Month

Categories:: Food & Beverage
Tags:: Candy Fun Sweet Food
Where:: United States
Date change rule:: Every June
Holiday emoji:: 🍬

National Candy Month sweetens the entire month of June, inviting everyone to celebrate the delightful world of confectionery. Indulge in classic chocolates, explore new gummy flavors, or revisit nostalgic hard candies. Join the festivities by sharing your favorite sweets, trying a new recipe, or supporting local candy shops.

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When is National Candy Month?

National Candy Month 2026 runs throughout June, from Monday, June 1 to Tuesday, June 30. It’s a full 30 days dedicated to celebrating all things sweet.

How much candy do Americans eat?

Americans consume a significant amount of candy annually. According to recent data from the National Confectioners Association, the average American eats about 22 pounds of candy per year, a figure that includes chocolate, non-chocolate, gum, and mints.

What are the most popular candies in the U.S.?

While preferences vary by region and age, some of the most consistently popular candies in the U.S. include Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, M&M’s, Snickers, Hershey’s Kisses, and Skittles. Chocolate typically dominates the top spots.

Who started National Candy Month?

National Candy Month was initiated by the National Confectioners Association (NCA), a trade organization that represents the U.S. confectionery industry. Their mission is to advance, protect, and promote chocolate, candy, gum, and mints.

National Candy Month Activities

Have a candy battle
Ever wondered which candy reigns supreme once and for all? Have a candy battle with friends! Here's how you do it: host a candy party where you supply all your favorite brands of candy. Have your friends show up and gorge—and the candy that gets eaten the most is the winner!
Make some candy sushi
If you've been anywhere around Pinterest in the last year, you'll know delicious-looking candy sushi has been making the rounds. Long pieces of candy (like Twizzlers) substitute for the fish and vegetable strips in real sushi, while rice is replaced by Rice Krispies. It's the most delicious roll-up you've ever had!
DIY your favorite candy
Take your favorite candy to a whole new level by making it yourself at home! Some great candidates to start are peanut butter cups, Kit Kats, and chocolate clusters. Flex your baking muscles, impress your friends, and have a delicious treat to boot!

Why We Love National Candy Month

It's the most delicious month of the year
Who can argue with a whole month dedicated to eating candy? We sure can't. Whether you prefer chocolate or sour candy, the world is your (candy) oyster this month. Go wild—you can worry about cavities next month.
It celebrates candy's economic impact
Did you know that the candy industry is worth $35 billion, and provides 55,000 jobs? Candy is a vital part of our economy! And, according to the National Confectioner's Association, many of the major candy companies in America are actually family-owned.
It reminds us to stay balanced
While we all love candy, this holiday sends an important message—everything in moderation. The NCA has worked hard to make sure candy has accessible labeling, so that consumers know the amount of sugar they're consuming. Let this holiday be a reminder to indulge responsibly—eat candy, but know how much sugar you're consuming.