National Candy Corn Day 🍬

Overview

National Candy Corn Day, observed annually on October 30th, is a festive occasion dedicated to the iconic tri-colored confection that has become a staple of American Halloween traditions. This day encourages candy enthusiasts and the generally curious to celebrate, debate, and perhaps even consume the unique, polarizing treat known for its distinct flavor and waxy texture, setting the stage for Halloween revelry.

Origin and story

Candy Corn was invented by George Renninger of the Wunderle Candy Company in the late 1880s and was originally called 'Chicken Feed.'

The distinct three colors—white, orange, and yellow—were intended to represent corn kernels, aligning with popular agricultural themes of the era.

Quick facts

• DateOctober 30
• TypeFood / Dessert
• Great forFoodies, Chocolate lovers, Home bakers

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Ways to celebrate

Candy corn's recipe hasn't meaningfully changed since it was invented in the 1880s — the same tri-color sugar-and-corn-syrup formula that was once marketed to farming communities as "Chicken Feed" is still what you're eating today.

Eat some, love it or hate it

Celebrate by:

• Eating an actual handful of candy corn today, whichever side of the debate you're on.
• Trying one of the many modern flavor variations instead of just the classic.

See the real, unchanged history

Helpful resources:

• Candy Corn Hasn't Changed Since the 19th Century (Smithsonian Magazine)

Did you know?

Candy corn was originally called "Chicken Feed" and packaged with a rooster on the box — a nod to the era's agricultural marketing, since its yellow, orange, and white color scheme was meant to look like kernels of corn.

Fun facts

• Candy Corn was invented by George Renninger of the Wunderle Candy Company in the late 1880s and was originally called 'Chicken Feed.'
• The distinct three colors—white, orange, and yellow—were intended to represent corn kernels, aligning with popular agricultural themes of the era.
• Around 9 billion individual pieces of candy corn are produced annually, enough to circle the moon nearly 4 times if laid end-to-end.

Sources and attribution

Candy Corn Hasn't Changed Since the 19th Century (Smithsonian Magazine)

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FAQ

When is National Candy Corn Day?

It is observed on October 30 each year.

What is National Candy Corn Day?

National Candy Corn Day, observed annually on October 30th, is a festive occasion dedicated to the iconic tri-colored confection that has become a staple of American Halloween traditions. This day encourages candy enthusiasts and the generally curious to celebrate, debate, and perhaps even consume the unique, polarizing treat known for its distinct flavor and waxy texture, setting the stage for Halloween revelry.

How do people celebrate National Candy Corn Day?

Eat some candy corn, love it or hate it, and try one of the many modern flavor variations.

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