Indulge your sweet tooth and start a fun new family tradition just by visiting one of several great Edmonton Candy Stores! Have you heard of the Swedish term Lördagsgodis? It is the sweet tradition of going to pick out and enjoy candy and sweets together each Saturday. Translated to English, the word Lördagsgodis means “Saturday sweets” and was born out of health recommendations in 1959 to teach kids healthier habits and limit sugar consumption. Instead of completely limiting treats, the Swedish have passed down this unique rule that gives children and adults alike something to look forward to on the weekends.
IT’SUGAR | West Edmonton Mall
Every member of the family can feel like a kid in a candy store at one of these great Edmonton Candy Stores:
Ikea Swedish Bistro
For a truly Swedish candy experience, the natural choice is Ikea. We were sad to see their bulk Lördagsgodis candy section removed, but it still offers a great selection of packaged candy treats including chocolate, cookies, and gummy candy.
Address: 1311-102 Street NW, Edmonton
Website: www.ikea.com
Sweet Convenience
This charming candy store is independently run and filled with sweet surprises. Inside you will find a wide selection of American candy and treats, bulk candy, specialty soda, and freshly spun cotton candy. If you are looking for a holiday or birthday gift, they are happy to help you put together a themed basket of treats.
Address: 16930 107 Avenue NW, Edmonton
Website: www.sweetconvenience.com
Be-A-Bella Candy & Gifts
The hound dog lover in me loves the sweet story behind this mom and pop shop being named after the owner’s beloved basset hound Bella. Inside this quaint (and newly renovated!) shop you will find a selection of candy, gift items and ice cream treats.
Address: 6510 112 Avenue, Edmonton
Website: be-a-bella.com
IT’SUGAR
One of Edmonton’s newest sweet spots, and the first of it’s kind in Canada, IT’SUGAR offers up an impressive array of sweets in a quirky store that looks like something straight out of the mind of Willy Wonka! This candy store in West Edmonton Mall is a full experiences with it’s bright colours, humorous products and loud music.
Address: West Edmonton Mall Phase II | 1820 – 8882 170 Street NW
Website: itsugar.com
Candy Candy
When you are one of the worlds largest mall’s, you need more then one candy store! Candy Candy is conveniently located in front of the World Waterpark in West Edmonton Mall. This small store packs a lot in with a large wall of bulk candy offerings and a wide selection of packaged candy and chocolate bars.
Address: West Edmonton Mall Phase III | 1335 – 8882 170 Street NW
Website: www.wem.ca
YEG Exotic
This exotic pop and snacks shop is the perfect stop if you are looking for something new and different. Shop a wide selection of hard-to-find and limited edition treats online or at one of two Edmonton locations.
Address: 5940 104 Street NW (South) | 15027 118 Avenue NW (North)
Website: yegexoticpop.com
Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop
Venture down Whyte avenue to find this candy store filled with a wide selection of soda pop and candy imported from the US and around the world.
Address:10544B 82 Avenue NW
Website: rocketfizz.com
Carol’s Quality Sweets
A long-time player in the Edmonton chocolate scene, Carol’s Quality Sweets offers an amazing array of handmade quality chocolates made from old family recipes. This family operated Candy and Chocolate business has been a landmark in the Old Glenora area for over 30 years, making delicious treats like caramels, truffles, marshmallows and peanut brittle! There is also a candy wall is filled with jars of brightly colored sweets, plus a wide selection of British imported sweets in-store.
Address: 12519 – 102 Avenue, Edmonton
Website: carolsqualitysweets.com
Candy Lab
This small shop in Northwest Edmonton carries a wide selection of international candy, snacks, exotic pops, and more.
Address: 13835 156 St NW, Edmonton, AB, Canada, Alberta
Website: Facebook Page
Co-op Candy Shop | Hawkstone Location
Bulk Barn
With 6 locations right in Edmonton, Bulk Barn is a convenient choice. Buy as little or as much as you want from the bulk bins, or find something fun in their selection of packaged candy. Watch the website for coupons to stretch your candy dollars further!
Address: Find your nearest Bulk Barn location here
Website: be-a-bella.com
The Candy Shop at Co-op Food Stores
Of course you can find candy at any grocery store, but Co-op’s wide selection is definitely a step above. Each store has a Candy Shop filled with unique candy and pop. I always love stopping here to fill Christmas stockings and Easter baskets!
Address: Find your nearest Co-op location here
Website: www.northcentralco-op.crs
The Sweet Spot at Freson Bros.
Another great grocery store option is Freson Bros. Head to The Sweet Spot in store to find the trendy treats your kids will love, plus a rainbow of salt water taffy, candy sticks, cotton candy, and other nostalgic treats straight from your childhood.
Address: 5139 Mullen Road NW, Edmonton
Website: www.freson.com
Seasonal
The Sweet Shoppe at Cliff’s Landscaping
Another amazing family owned option, The Sweet Shoppe is an old fashioned Candy Store filled with home-style treats. In the spring and summer months you can come pick up your gardening supplies at Cliff’s Landscaping Supplies and treat the kids (or yourself) to something sweet all in one great spot!
Address: 49402 RR 244, Leduc County
Website: sweetshoppeleduc.com
