Sweet Memories Vintage Tees Joins the Grandpa Joe’s Family in National Partnership The fun just keeps expanding at Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop! We are thrilled to announce an exclusive national distribution partnership with Sweet Memories Vintage Tees, a fantastic, woman-owned business based in Youngstown, Ohio. Grandpa Joe’s, already known as one of America’s fastest-growing distributors … Continued
The Iconic Pittsburgh Festival That Draws International Attention—and Our Candy! Every summer, Pittsburgh transforms into the ultimate haven for pickle lovers with Picklesburgh, an annual three-day festival that has grown into a massive celebration of all things briny, gherkin, and dill. Recognized by National Geographic as a truly iconic event, Picklesburgh draws tens of thousands … Continued
Get Ready to Relish the Fun on Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025! Due to the overwhelming success of its debut, the Canonsburg Hot Dog Festival is officially returning for its second year! Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop is thrilled to be the event sponsor and host for this beloved community celebration, set for Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025, … Continued
Our 20th Location Brings Sweet Nostalgia to the Poconos Region The growth continues! Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop is excited to announce the upcoming grand opening of our newest location in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. Set to open in the spring of 2024, the store will be located at 519 Main Street. This milestone opening marks our 20th … Continued
Our 19th Location Brings the $5 Candy Buffet to the Heart of Lakefront City The sunshine state just got a whole lot sweeter! Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop is thrilled to announce the grand opening of our newest location in Downtown Leesburg, Florida. Opening at 300 W. Main St., this marks our second store in Florida … Continued
The Ultimate “Dirty Water Dog” Drink That Stunned Pittsburgh’s Favorite Talk Show Here at Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop, we thrive on the bizarre, the hilarious, and the utterly unforgettable. Our unique flavors, like the Hot Dog Water Soda, are so daring they make headlines! We were thrilled when the hosts of Talk Pittsburgh decided to … Continued
Our Third Minnesota Location Brings the World Famous $5 Candy Buffet to the Twin Cities! The expansion into the Land of 10,000 Lakes continues! Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop is thrilled to announce the grand opening of our third Minnesota location, now officially open in Bloomington! This new store, located at 9801 Nicollet Avenue South—just minutes … Continued
The Best Way to Kick Off the Fourth of July Celebration Just Got a Whole Lot Sweeter (and Savory)! The town of Canonsburg, PA, known for having one of the largest Fourth of July celebrations in the state, just got a whole lot more delicious! Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop is proud to announce that we … Continued
We Did It: The Ultimate Savory Soda Just Launched—And It’s Not an April Fool’s Joke! You read the headline correctly. At Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop, we thrive on the unique, the unforgettable, and the frankly outrageous. That’s why we are proud to announce the launch of the World’s First Hot Dog Water Soda! We know, … Continued
Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop Acquires Blue Sun Soda Shop Locations in Major Minnesota Expansion Get ready, Minnesota! Grandpa Joe’s Candy Shop is officially expanding into the state with the exciting acquisition of three beloved Blue Sun Soda Shop locations. This move is our initial venture into the Land of 10,000 Lakes and further solidifies our … Continued