About
We stopped in (September 2026): The shop has changed hands — longtime owner Gayle sold it to Megan and her husband, who also run Rock Liquors across Third Street. We talked with Megan on the visit. They have moved a few things around inside, and the most obvious change is that you can actually see the ice cream now — it used to be easy to walk in and not realise they scoop at all. Prices have stayed the same under the new owners, and the shop is now open seven days a week. We walked out with Nerds and bubble gum from the candy wall — no ice cream, only because we'd already had some from the Glacier Ice Cream truck at Castle Rock's Oktoberfest, a few blocks away at Wilcox Square, the same afternoon.
🔄 UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP (2026). Longtime owner Gayle sold the shop to Megan and her husband, who also run Rock Liquors across Third Street. They have rearranged a few things inside — the ice cream is now out where you can actually see it — but kept the prices the same.
🎂 Free ice cream on your birthday if you live in Castle Rock.
The shop is now open seven days a week: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Sugar Spoon Candies is a charming local candy store in Castle Rock featuring a broad selection of homemade fudge, unique handmade chocolates, and fresh ice cream with changing daily flavors.
The shop is renowned for its friendly service, welcoming atmosphere, and specialty treats like cotton candy and kettle corn. Perfect for a quick sweet trip or family outing, the store offers wheelchair accessible parking and accepts major credit and debit cards.
What To Expect:
- 🍬 Wide variety of nostalgic and specialty candies
- 🍦 Homemade ice cream with rotating flavors
- 🍫 Freshly made fudge and chocolate-covered treats
- 🎉 Family-friendly atmosphere with outdoor seating
Important Information:
- – Wheelchair accessible parking available
- – Credit, debit, and NFC payments accepted
📍 Local Insights
🍦 Daily Flavors: Regular customers recommend checking their Facebook for the latest homemade ice cream flavors before you visit.
🍬 Birthday Perks: Visit on your birthday to receive a free cotton candy treat, a special surprise for kids and adults alike.
🍫 Specialty Items: Try their house-made fudge and chocolate covered Oreos, favorites noted by many returning visitors.
🌞 Outdoor Seating: Enjoy sunny days in their little outdoor seating area, perfect for savoring sweets with family or friends.
🎂 Birthday scoop: Castle Rock residents get a free ice cream on their birthday under the new owners.
🍦 You can see the ice cream now: the new owners moved it out front — it used to be easy to miss that they scoop at all.
⏰ Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
👉 Best For
- •Families
- •Sweet lovers
- •Local treat seekers
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313 Third St, Castle Rock, CO 80104Review Sentiment
Based on 322 Google reviews
"Sugar Spoon Candies delights guests with fresh, homemade ice cream and unique nostalgic candies in a friendly, inviting environment. Customers appreciate the wide variety of sweets and warm service, though a few mention occasional staff issues and higher prices."
What You'll Find
- •Ice Cream
- •Pup Cups
- •Ice Cream Sandwiches
- •Magill's Ice Cream
- •Candy
- •Fudge
- •Chocolate
- •Hand-Dipped Chocolates
- •Homemade Treats
- •Outdoor Seating
- •Credit Cards Accepted
- •Debit Cards Accepted
- •NFC Mobile Payments
- •Wheelchair Accessible Parking
📆 Best Times to Visit
Visit afternoons Tue–Sun for fresh ice cream and candy. Saturdays from 2 PM to 5 PM see peak sweetness rush. Weekends offer longest hours and best variety.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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