Time to buy the candy!

I was in Target the other day and it’s overwhelming how many choices there are for Halloween candy this year. And i noticed they have some cheap pumpkins, too, if you’re still looking for real pumpkins.

Here’s a lineup of the top 10 candies most likely to be favorites this Halloween. This is a practical list based on enduring Halloween favorites and popular candy brands—not an official 2026 sales ranking.

1. M&M’s

Colorful, crunchy, and easy to share. M&M’s hold the No. 1 spot in 10 With Tom’s 2026 Halloween candy ranking.

2. Sour Patch Kids

The sour-then-sweet candy that’s climbing the charts and winning over fans who prefer fruity treats.

3. Skittles

A rainbow of fruity flavors makes these a dependable trick-or-treat favorite.

4. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

Chocolate and peanut butter remain a winning combination, with Reese’s topping Instacart’s ranking by ounces sold in 2025.

5. NERDS Gummy Clusters

Crunchy candy shells and chewy centers make this one of 2026’s biggest rising stars.

6. Hot Tamales

Spicy cinnamon flavor gives Halloween candy fans something different from chocolate and fruit.

7. Starburst

Soft, chewy fruit chews that are easy to toss into Halloween treat bags.

8. Candy Corn

The classic Halloween candy that people either love or love to argue about.

9. Hershey’s Mini Chocolate Bars

A timeless chocolate favorite in a perfectly sized trick-or-treat portion.

10. Butterfinger

Crunchy, peanut-buttery, and chocolate-covered—a classic finish to the list.

The big Halloween candy takeaway

According to our 2026 ranking, M&M’s are No. 1, Sour Patch Kids are gaining ground, and NERDS Gummy Clusters are the notable newcomer in the top five. The list is a projection based on historical sales data, not a final count of all candy sold in 2026.

There’s lots of Halloween Candy on Sale at Amazon. Check it out here for your favorites!

Till next time . . .

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