Few things are more delightful than candy. Colorful and sweet, chocolatey or sugary, there’s a reason the idiom “like a kid in a candy store” is, well, a commonly used phrase. Willy Wonka had the right idea, and his winsome wonderland is something candy stores try to recreate. Happily, there’s a whimsical candy store in North Carolina that succeeds at capturing this confectionary je ne sais quoi. Located in historic Lexington, The Candy Factory is a delightful little shop full of nostalgia, charm, and, most importantly, a near-endless supply of sweets.

Located in historic Downtown Lexington, The Candy Factory has been delighting North Carolina kids and adults alike since 1978.
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While The Candy Factory has been around for over four decades, its building harkens back to 1890.
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Housed in a former hardware store, The Candy Factory moved here just a year after opening, as the candy shop had quickly outgrown its original location.
The historic building really is the perfect place to house this charming, old-fashioned candy shop.
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Its worn wood floors come from decades of happy customers wandering through the store.
Their seasonal displays harken back to another era, when retailers went all out to dazzle and attract customers.
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The storefront window at The Candy Factory really is the sweetest work of art!
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Specializing in old-fashioned candy store favorites, you could easily spend hours strolling the aisles at The Candy Factory.
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Warm, homemade fudge and chocolate creates an irresistible aroma as you browse.
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Here you'll find nostalgic favorites like Tootsie Rolls, Bit-O-Honey candies, Chick-O-Sticks, and the ever-polarizing Mary Janes.
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There's also an impressive variety of Jelly Belly jelly beans and saltwater taffy.
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And if you're in the market for some truly unique throwbacks, you'll find those here -- in spades!
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Recently, The Candy Factory added candied nuts to the mix, and these warm, sweet snacks are downright irresistible (and basically a health food, right?).
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You'll also find antiques, collectibles, and novelty items inside, too, from vintage board games and puzzles, to charming Raggedy Ann dolls.
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The Candy Factory is a delightful little slice of nostalgia in North Carolina, and we guarantee that when you visit, you'll be totally charmed.
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The Candy Factory is about as sweet as it gets. Have you visited this whimsical candy store in North Carolina before? What unique candies did you find? Share your experience with us in the comments below!

And for another nostalgic throwback in The Tar Heel State, definitely check out Rockford General Store, an old-fashioned general store that’s just plain fun to visit!

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