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Giant and Martin’s Halloween Candy Survey

PR Campaign
Tuesday 20th October, 2026

Giant and Martin’s surveyed adults across four states about their Halloween candy habits, finding that 82% favour chocolate, caramel or peanut butter. The retailer turned familiar seasonal preferences into a timely data hook, alongside findings on value, fun-size treats and what trick-or-treaters think of their houses.

Why it worked: It won coverage by quantifying a seasonal debate with fresh, region-specific percentages that overturned hype around candy corn and full-size bars.

The lesson: Worth trying: run a quick regional poll on a looming calendar moment and pitch one stat that punctures the prevailing myth.

The Giant Company Giant Martin’s
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Publication Headline Date
theshelbyreport.com Giant/Martin's Survey: Chocolate, Caramel, Peanut Butter Rule Halloween Tuesday 20th October, 2026
abc27.com GIANT survey shows what Halloween candy Pennsylvanians love most Tuesday 20th October, 2026
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