Montclair Pediatric Dentistry

Halloween Candy Buy Back

Do you ever pause after Halloween and wonder — what do we really do with all those candy wrappers?

We adore the magic of Halloween here at Montclair Pediatric Dentistry — the joyful costumes, the neighborhood fun, and even a little sugar-filled excitement. But let’s be honest: the real mess isn’t just the candy… it’s the wrappers. Crinkly, colorful, and mostly non-recyclable, they often head straight to the landfill.

A hand places empty candy wrappers into a recycling bin decorated with drawn cobwebs.

That’s why we’re proud to offer a thoughtful alternative through our Halloween Candy Buy-Back Program — where families can trade in excess candy for a fun reward, and this year, help reduce waste by recycling wrappers through our new partnership with TerraCycle.

It’s a small, meaningful way to care for our community — and our planet — together.

What is a Halloween Candy Buy-Back Program?

A Halloween Candy Buy-Back Program is a fun and healthy way for families to cut down on excess sugar after trick-or-treating. Dental offices and other local businesses “buy back” extra candy from kids — often offering cash, prizes, or other incentives in exchange.

The goal? To promote healthy habits, prevent cavities, and reduce candy overload — all while keeping the Halloween spirit alive.

Dog in costume with stuffed animals and pumpkins.
Halloween Candy Buy-Back event with ghost and child.

Get Cash for Your Halloween Candy

Too much Halloween candy? Let’s trade in those extra sweets for cash — and protect growing smiles and the planet!

Bring in your leftover candy and your child will earn $1 per pound (up to 5 lbs)! New this year, we are partnering with TerraCycle to recycle all candy wrappers — helping reduce waste and keep our environment clean and green.

When: Nov 3 – 7, 8:00 AM  – 12:00 PM or 1:30 PM  – 5:00 PM
Where: 6211 Medau Place, Suite 120, Oakland, CA