While we are still nowhere near the end of the pandemic, we've closed out 2020. So it seems important to take a moment and look back at everything that’s happened.

We just spent all of 2020 being hit with one large-scale traumatic event after another. How could anyone possibly know what the 2021 confectionery trends are going to be?

It feels important, as a journalistic enterprise, to take a moment to note just how unprecedented these times actually are.

Zoom parties, candy and scary movies are all on the agenda for Halloween this year.

"At Ferrara, we know that unique innovations and exclusive product offerings help to drive people in-store. As polarizing as it may be, there’s no better example than the recent release of BRACH’S Turkey Dinner Candy Corn, created exclusively for Walgreens," Havens said.

“This decision was made with a heavy heart for the safety of our members and especially of the awardee and his guests," the club said. “We hope to see you all in Cologne in January 2021 or in Düsseldorf in February.”

Thankfully, candy companies have come through for us. They’re putting safety first, and offering so many creative alternatives to celebrate this year.

“While we know the holiday might look different — whether trick-or-treating happens or not, we want to be there for our consumers,” said Tim LeBel, chief Halloween officer and president of sales, Mars Wrigley U.S.

This year’s NCA Washington Forum will be held virtually due to COVID-19. Registration will open today, Monday, Aug. 17.