Make Your Summer Concession Stand Sweet for Everyone

Summer concession stands are magical little places.  Where else can you find a kid in a baseball uniform, a parent holding three drinks, someone asking if you take Venmo, and a volunteer trying to figure out how much change to give back from a twenty, all happening at the exact same time?

But here’s the thing. Not everyone walking up to your concession stand is looking for the same treat. Some people want something sour. Some want chocolate. Some want licorice. Some want a snack that won’t melt before the second inning. And some are looking for candy that better fits their lifestyle or nutritional needs.

That’s why this summer is a great time to make sure your concession stand has a little something for everyone.

Don’t Forget the Sugar-Free Crowd

For a lot of people, sugar-free isn’t just a “nice to have.” It’s part of how they snack. Maybe they’re watching their sugar, maybe they have dietary needs, or maybe they just prefer to keep things a little lighter.

Whatever the reason, they still deserve something fun from the concession stand besides a bottle of water.

Luckily, sugar-free candy has come a long way in flavor and texture with some being treats people actually get excited about.

Chick-O-Stick Sugar Free Candy is one of those classic candies that always feels a little nostalgic. It’s crunchy, peanut buttery, coconutty, and fun to eat. If your concession stand has folks who love old-school candy, this one is a great pick.

Then there’s Sugar Free Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, because let’s be honest, peanut butter and chocolate are basically the king and queen of the candy aisle. Reese’s is one of those names people recognize right away, and having a sugar-free version on hand makes it easy for more customers to enjoy a classic favorite.

And of course, Twizzlers Sugar Free Strawberry Licorice Twists are a smart summer concession stand choice. They’re easy to snack on, easy to share, and they don’t melt the second the sun comes out. 

Reduced Sugar? Joyride Has the Fun Covered

Now, maybe some of your customers aren’t looking for sugar-free candy, but they are looking for snacks with reduced sugar. Good news: Joyride is bringing some serious fun to the reduced sugar snack game.

Joyride Sour Blue Raspberry Strips are bright, bold, sour, and exactly the kind of treat that catches attention at a concession stand. Blue raspberry is already a candy superstar, and when you add that sour kick, you’ve got a snack that kids, teens, and probably more than a few adults will want to try.

Then there are Joyride Sour Smacks, which are chewy, sour, colorful, and different enough to stand out from the usual concession stand lineup.

These are the kinds of snacks that make someone walking by stop and say, “Wait, what are those?”

And once that happens, congratulations. You’ve got yourself a sale.

Plus, all of these that we recommended are peg bags so you can hang them up for easy displaying.

A Better Snack Selection Means Happier Customers

A concession stand is more than just a place to grab candy. It’s part of the whole summer experience.

This summer, go beyond the usual candy lineup and give your customers options they’ll actually be excited about.

Keep the classics, of course. Nobody is saying to evict the gummies, lollipops, chocolate, and chewy favorites from the snack table. We’re just saying there’s room for a few more.  Because summer snacks should be for everyone.

Whether you’re running a concession stand for baseball games, softball tournaments, pool parties, summer camps, parades, festivals, or fundraisers, a little extra variety can go a long way.

After all, nobody wants to be left out when the candy comes around.