Build your own candle at our Candle Bar
Walk in, pick your vessel, blend your scent, pour it yourself. No appointment needed. It's the coziest hour in York.
- Walk in Tue–Sat, 11a–3p · no appointment needed
- $35 · any vessel, any scent
- Olde Tollgate Village · 2549 S. Queen St, York PA
How it works · $35 per candle
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1 · Pick your vessel
Choose any vessel from our ever-changing, rotating collection in store.
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2 · Pick your scent
Smell your way through our rotating fragrance options and pick the one that feels like you.
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3 · Pour & explore
Pouring takes about 15 minutes, then your candle cures for about 30. While it sets, browse books at Bound Books, grab a coffee at Restless Coffee, or get a slice at Mapa's Boli, all right here in Olde Tollgate Village.
Coming with a group?
Six or more people during open hours? Give us a heads up and we will have the bar set up and waiting when you walk in. Call or text 717-424-0002, or send a note from the Contact page with your date and headcount.
Want the whole shop to yourselves? After hours, we lock the door behind you. Your music, your snacks, BYOB, up to 18 people. That is a Private Event, and the page has pricing and a booking form.
Candle Bar FAQs
Do I need a reservation?
Nope! Walk-ins are welcome Tue–Sat, 11a–3p. If you are bringing six or more, let us know ahead so the bar is ready for you. For the shop to yourselves after hours, book a private event.
How much does it cost?
$35 per candle. That includes any vessel and any scent from our ever-changing, rotating options in store.
How long does it take?
About 15 minutes to make your candle, then about 30 minutes for it to cure before it heads home with you. While it sets, browse books at Bound Books, grab a coffee at Restless Coffee, get a slice at Mapa's Boli, or visit one of the other shops here in Olde Tollgate Village.
Can you host my party or event?
Absolutely. Birthdays, bachelorette parties, team nights, date nights, showers. Six or more during open hours, just call ahead. After hours you get the whole room, BYOB, your music. Pricing and booking are on our Private Events page, or call 717-424-0002.