The Kirkland Signature Funhouse Treats is a massive 5.75-pound bag of individually wrapped, name-brand assorted candies at Costco, and it is the ultimate grab-and-go for Halloween and parties. One bag is loaded with crowd favorites like Skittles, Starburst, Twizzlers, Airheads, Haribo Goldbears, Sour Patch Kids, Trolli, and Life Savers Gummies, all in fun-size packs. It shows up in the seasonal candy aisle every fall, and it is the easy answer for trick-or-treaters, class parties, and the candy bowl. Keep a few healthier Costco snacks for kids or Organic Aussie Bites on hand too, for balance between all the sugar.
First look in the bag
Opening this bag is a little nostalgic, like dumping out a Halloween haul. It is packed with brand-name candy, not cheap filler, and the variety is the whole appeal: chewy, fruity, sour, and gummy all in one bag. My kids immediately started sorting their favorites, and for trick-or-treaters it is a guaranteed win because there is something everyone likes.
Each piece is individually wrapped in a fun-size portion, so it is easy to hand out, portion, and stash. Just a heads up: the exact mix varies by bag, so you may get more of some candies than others.
Let's talk price
The 5.75-pound bag (92 ounces) runs around $22 to $25 at Costco (item #1481907), with the official listing near $24.99. That works out to roughly $0.27 per ounce of name-brand candy, which is a solid deal compared to buying these brands in separate bags.
For Halloween especially, one bag covers a lot of trick-or-treaters, and the per-piece cost is low. For parties, piñatas, goodie bags, and the office candy bowl, the value is hard to beat, since you are getting premium brands in bulk.
What's inside
What you get (varies by bag): an assortment of fun-size, individually wrapped candies that may include Skittles Original and Sour, Starburst, Twizzlers, Airheads, Trolli Sour Brite Crawlers, Haribo Goldbears, Life Savers Gummies, and Sour Patch Kids. Note: types and amounts vary, and the bag may not contain every variety.
Nutrition note (per fun-size piece, varies by candy): roughly 60 to 150 calories each. Examples: Skittles fun-size about 60 cal, Twizzlers about 90, Haribo Goldbears about 120, Starburst about 120, Airheads mini bars about 150. These are candy, so sugar is high: expect roughly 11 to 25g sugar per piece depending on the type. Contains a bioengineered food ingredient; processed on equipment that also handles eggs and wheat.
Let's be real: this is candy, and it eats like candy. It is a treat for Halloween and parties, not an everyday snack, and the fun-size wrapping actually helps with portioning. Check individual wrappers for allergens, since the mix spans many brands.
How it works for parties
The beauty here is zero prep and maximum variety. Everything is pre-wrapped, so you just pour it into a bowl, a piñata, or goodie bags and you are done. The fun-size pieces are the right portion for trick-or-treaters and little hands, and the brand-name lineup means no disappointed kids digging for the "good" candy. It stores well sealed, so leftovers keep for the next party or movie night.
A few ways to use it beyond the candy bowl: goodie and party-favor bags, piñata filler, gingerbread-house and cupcake decorating, or a movie-night mix. And if you would rather bake a homemade treat alongside the candy, these peanut butter oatmeal banana cookies are an easy option, a scoop of Ninja Creami cottage cheese ice cream makes a fun dessert, and for another festive store-bought sweet, the Trader Joe's mini peppermint meringues are a lighter nibble.
What other shoppers are saying
This bag is a Halloween staple at Costco, and shoppers love it for the brand-name variety and bulk value. The most common praise is that it is real name-brand candy (not off-brand filler) and that one bag handles a whole night of trick-or-treaters. Parents like the individually wrapped fun-size pieces for easy handouts. The most common note is that the exact mix varies by bag, so you cannot count on a specific ratio of favorites, and of course that it is a lot of sugar, so it is best saved for parties and holidays. A few people grab it early because it sells out around Halloween.
Who it's for
This is for Halloween hosts, parents, teachers, and anyone throwing a party. It is perfect for trick-or-treaters, class parties, goodie bags, piñatas, and the candy bowl. Skip it if you are avoiding sugar, if you need a specific single candy, or if you want allergy-controlled treats, since this mix spans many brands and shared equipment.
A few easy ways to use it: fill the Halloween candy bowl, pack party favor bags, or stuff a piñata for a birthday. It is also handy to keep sealed for the next get-together.
Similar items
- Kirkland Signature Almond Croissants: a bakery treat for the dessert table.
- Catalina Crunch Cereal: a lower-sugar snack for the day after.
- Premier Protein Cafe Latte Shake: a grab-and-go sip for busy party weeks.
- Sambazon Organic Acai Juice: a fruity drink to balance the sweets.
- Harmless Harvest Organic Sparkling Coconut Water: a refreshing option for the party cooler.
The scores
- Variety: 5/5. A huge mix of name-brand chewy, fruity, sour, and gummy candies.
- Value: ⅘. About $0.27 per ounce of brand-name candy in bulk is a strong deal.
- Convenience: 5/5. Individually wrapped and ready to pour into a bowl or goodie bag.
- Crowd-Pleaser: 5/5. Something for everyone, with no disappointed trick-or-treaters.
The bottom line
An easy Buy for Halloween and parties. This Funhouse Treats bag packs a huge variety of real name-brand candy into one bulk bag, at a per-piece price that beats buying each brand separately. The mix varies bag to bag and it is pure sugar, so it is a party and holiday pick rather than an everyday snack, but for trick-or-treaters, goodie bags, and the candy bowl, it is the easiest one-and-done buy at Costco. Grab it early, because it tends to sell out around Halloween.
Where to find it
Where to find it: Kirkland Signature Funhouse Treats, Variety Pack, 5.75 lbs at Costco (item #1481907). Size: 5.75 lb (92 oz) bag of individually wrapped assorted candies. Price: ~$22 to $25, varies by warehouse. Note: candy types and amounts vary by bag. Aisle: seasonal candy section (Halloween).
Disclaimer: Costco Finds is an independent review site and is not affiliated, endorsed, or sponsored by Costco. All opinions are my own, based on personal experience.
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