The novelty candy category has that name for a reason. Manufacturers must keep tabs on what's new -- from flavor and ingredient trends to technology, and in many cases, the hottest movies and shows to come down the pike.

From Spring Pops to Werther's Soft Caramels and more!

The thing about novelty candy is that there is no such thing as resting on your laurels.

Five confectionery buyers from five different candy stores gathered in a small conference room - and once they started talking, they didn't stop.

The PAC is back and CandyRific has a new licensing agreement with PAC-MAN.

Kindergarteners from the San Antonio Boys and Girls Club got to vote on their favorite new Chocolate, Non-Chocolate and Novelty candies — and these three treats came out on top!

Radz has released Mystery Glasses + Candy Refill packs to pair with their toy candy dispensers. The Radz Mystery Glasses fit both Radz and Radz Bytz-sized dispensers, and there are more than 100 different Mystery Glasses to collect!

Visitors can create custom chocolate bars, take personal tasting tours and play candy games in addition to shopping in candy boutiques that are exclusive to Sweet! Hollywood. And of course, no Wonka-inspired candy store would be complete without a 700-ft. gumball track propelled by a red Ferrari.

Find out which products took home the award!