Honestly, i'm a little surprised that something like this hasn't existed until now. With the success of specialty product-based stores like M&M'S, Hershey's Chocolate World, and the Coca-Cola Store, just to name a few, a new very specific, and very popular brand has a sweet new store...

a row of gummy bears sitting on top of a table
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...and lucky for us it is located in the Hudson Valley! Did you know the first ever HARIBO retail store has officially opened?

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Step Into The Happy World of HARIBO

That's what you're able to do next time you visit Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, or make a special trip to take in all the sweetness that is their first ever retail location. Referred to as a 'colorful destination for gummi candy lovers of all ages,' the HARIBO store is officially open with all sorts of treats and merch available for purchase.

doatdisneyandbeyond, via TikTok
doatdisneyandbeyond, via TikTok

Recent visitors from the Hudson Valley based 'Women Who Brunch' called the Central Valley, New York Store:

every candy lover's dream

The store itself isn't just full of candy (though by the looks of things here there is no shortage of candy options), but they also sell fun HARIBO themed merchandise like stuffed animals, pajamas, bags and so on.

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Google Maps

Speaking of bags, the retail store features their 'famous' $24.99 mystery bag and 5-lb bags of candy. If you prefer a box, they also have a 'pick and mix wall' where you can build your own candy box with some of those iconic gummies like Goldbears, Twin Snakes, Peaches, Goldbears Wild Berry, and more!

Word on the street is that they even offer samples, too!

SEE ALSO: Candy Giant Selects Hudson Valley For First Ever U.S. Retail Location

The Hudson Valley HARIBO Retail Store Won't Be The Only For Long

Though we'll always be able to brag about the fact that Woodbury Commons was the first ever HARIBO retail location, we can't claim to be the only store for much longer. Following the August 7th opening in New York, they're already expanding and planning the grand opening across the border in Massachusetts.

Justin Sullivan, Getty Images
Justin Sullivan, Getty Images

The second ever U.S. retail store will open this Friday, August 14th in Wrentham.

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