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# Party-Size Candy Buckets
M&M's Now Come in Massive Bucket-Size Containers

By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2018-04-25 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bucketsize-containers
References: [delish](https://www.delish.com/food-news/a20054217/target-buckets-of-mandms/) & [intl.target](https://intl.target.com/p/m-m-s-peanut-resealable-bucket-32-5oz/-/A-53400174)

For those who like to share or those who are looking for candy that will last an entire movie, [M&M's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mms-peanut-butter-minis) now come in [massive bucket-size containers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bucket-of-bites). Available in both the peanut and the milk chocolate variety, the new candy buckets are the ultimate party accessory.

M&M's new bucket-size containers were recently spotted by candy loving shoppers at [Target](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unreal-halloween-variety-bag) stores. Each bucket contains a whopping 32.5 ounces of candy, which is the equivalent of 19 regular-sized bags of M&M's. Luckily, each bucket is portable and resealable, so that chocoholics can save their candy stash for more than one special occasion.

With the popularity of buying in bulk continuing to rise, the new bucket-size M&M's are a handy and economical option for parties or special events.

Image Credit: *Target.*

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.1/10
- Popularity: 29% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Bulk Candy Packaging:** Opportunity for companies to create innovative, large-size candy packaging for sharing and special events.
- **Resealable Candy Containers:** Disruptive innovation potential lies in developing resealable candy containers to preserve freshness and convenience.
- **Party Snack Market:** Expanding the market for party-sized snacks presents opportunities for innovative product offerings and packaging designs.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Confectionery Industry:** Companies in the confectionery industry have the chance to capitalize on the growing demand for party-sized candy buckets.
- **Packaging Industry:** The packaging industry can explore new designs and materials to create practical, resealable containers for candy products.
- **Event Planning Industry:** Innovative packaging solutions for party snacks can benefit the event planning industry by providing convenient options for hosts and guests.

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