14-Foot PEZ Dispenser in Connecticut Certified as World's Largest Functional Model

Orange, Connecticut – PEZ Candy, Inc. is officially home to the world's largest functional PEZ dispenser, a monumental attraction recognized by Guinness World Records on January 26, 2023. This impressive structure, standing at 4.45 meters (14 feet 7.25 inches) tall, draws visitors to the PEZ Visitor Center. The existence of this colossal candy dispenser recently gained renewed attention following a tweet from "Whole Mars Catalog," stating that the "world’s biggest PEZ dispenser works."

The record-holding dispenser is an exact, scaled-up replica of the iconic "Boy - Blue cap PEZ® dispenser," a classic design from the brand's extensive history. Fully motorized and interactive, the giant dispenser captivates audiences by demonstrating its core function: with the push of a button, its head lifts to reveal the candy slot, just like its smaller counterparts. This operational capability is key to its unique world record status.

Housed within the expansive 4,000-square-foot PEZ Visitor Center, the colossal dispenser is a centerpiece among a vast collection of memorabilia and interactive exhibits. The center provides an immersive experience, allowing fans to delve into the brand's rich history, view the production area where billions of candies are made, and explore a wide array of PEZ products. It serves as a pilgrimage site for collectors and casual enthusiasts alike, showcasing the enduring appeal of the candy and its dispensers.

It is crucial to distinguish this record from other PEZ-related achievements. While Brian Trauman holds the record for the largest collection of candy dispensers, boasting 6,481 unique items, and a sculpture of Big Ben made from 9,404 PEZ dispensers exists in Canada, these are distinct categories. The Connecticut dispenser's record specifically pertains to a single, operational candy dispenser, highlighting its engineering and design.

Since its inception in Austria in 1927, PEZ has evolved from a simple peppermint candy into a global phenomenon, distributing approximately 70 million dispensers and 5 billion candies worldwide each year. The functional giant dispenser in Orange, Connecticut, symbolizes the brand's playful spirit and its significant impact on popular culture, continuing to delight generations of fans.