The Candy Factory in Uptown Lexington, NC is a Main Street fixture that has delighted customers locally and across the country for decades. The Candy Factory recaptures memories of a time when it was fun to spend your entire allowance on a trip to the candy store, and has been a featured tourist destination throughout the southeast.

A devastating fire on May 19, 2026 destroyed the historic building, which was declared a total loss. The business lost all its inventory, irreplaceable antiques and memorabilia, historic fixtures, and is currently unable to operate. Donations will allow the business to maintain customer connections, support staff members, and provide funds for rebuilding the business.

You know The Candy Factory for its charm and its array of candies and gifts. You also know it as a community fixture that drives tourism and supports its local community. Your donation helps this business recover more quickly, restoring their position as a place that creates family memories, extends generosity, and brings generations together.