Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store | Come for the candy; stay for the art

What’s better than being a kid in a candy store? An adult! Be warned if you venture to this roadside stop, bring cash and lots of it.

Not because things cost a lot, but because you will soon find yourself filling up your basket with all the candies you haven’t seen since you were a kid… and oh yeah, they don’t take credit or debit cards. The place is Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store.

Cash only: They do not accept credit or debit cards. Bring small bills. There is often an onsite ATM, but it can run out on busy weekends.

Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store

Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store in Jordan, MN stocks some of the best old-fashioned and nostalgic candy from your childhood.

You can find anything from Zombie Blood bags, to candy cigarettes, to taffy, to the best smelling homemade pies, and bacon-flavored everything.

The biggest candy store in MN has a huge selection of flavored soda pops and just about any flavor of licorice, plus giant gumball machines and popcorn.

You name it, they probably have it. In addition to candy, they also sell fresh apples and gourds, as well as canned goods.

The candy store is officially known as Jim’s Apple Farm and typically opens Mother’s Day weekend through Thanksgiving each year. They are supported by their community, carrying a variety of locally made goods. Jim’s Apple Farm does not have a phone or a website.

They once had a Facebook page, but decided to take it down. Their old-school word-of-mouth approach works. Its charm and their take on life are what make it a joy to visit every year.

Why is an apple farm known for its candy?

They haven’t been a candy store for that long. In 2005 and 2006, the apple orchard had bad hail storms that damaged their crops. They started to sell candy to make up for the loss, and the business grew from there.

Every time I go in, it seems they have increased the size and variety of fun things. If you plan on heading south on 169, it’s worth a trip… and try to go early. Any time after 11 it may be hard to get through the aisles.

The giant candy store that keeps growing

Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store is day trip worthy because of its continual growth. They are always adding new products and new features, like giant gummies and Japanese candies.

A few years back they added an entire wing. Each time they add on, they find new ways to fill the space.

The immersive artwork fills the ceilings. Walking in through the front doors, it’s hard not to stop and stare at what’s above you.

Each section is filled with something new, from a night in Gotham to superheroes to magical fairytale lands. No piece of ceiling is untouched. Using local artists, they make going to the candy store an experience.

Even when mishaps happen, like someone driving into the side of the building, they make fun of it by commemorating it in the artwork.

Ever wanted to go in a TARDIS? They have one. Want to size yourself up with the Hulk? He’s there.

You can even enter the world of Harry Potter, watch them playing a game of Quidditch, or try to push a trolley through Platform 9 3/4.

Would I go back to Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store?

The Largest Candy Store in MN is part of a great collection of Minnesota summer traditions. Every year they keep adding on and adding new attractions.

Also, don’t let Minnesota’s Largest Porta-Potties scare you away. It’s just a ruse; they are full-size bathrooms inside.

It is touches like these that make this place so much fun. I try to get to Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store at least twice a year, once to see what’s new and again to stock up for the holidays.

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