
Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango worth booking?
Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango is a 1-hour experience in Virginia Beach, United States, from $55 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (7)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $55 per person
- Girls’ nights - Birthday celebrations - Bachelorette parties - Team building events - Date nights - Family gatherings Create Your Own Signature Candle – A Relaxing and Memorable Experience This isn’t just a class—it’s a hands-on experience perfect for date nights, girls’ trips, birthdays, or a unique self-care outing. Whether you’re a total beginner or a DIY lover, we handle the math and science so you can relax, have fun, and create with confidence. Choose or blend your own custom fragrance from over 40 scents and create a signature blend that’s uniquely yours. You’ll pour your candle into a practical and useful keepsake glass and also create a matching 2 oz room spray to enjoy right away. It’s the perfect souvenir—something you’ll actually use and remember. This experience is a great break from the beach, a perfect rainy-day activity, or a fun addition to your trip. Come for the creativity, stay for the vibe—and leave with something truly special.
What you get
About this experience
- Girls’ nights - Birthday celebrations - Bachelorette parties - Team building events - Date nights - Family gatherings Create Your Own Signature Candle – A Relaxing and Memorable Experience This isn’t just a class—it’s a hands-on experience perfect for date nights, girls’ trips, birthdays, or a unique self-care outing. Whether you’re a total beginner or a DIY lover, we handle the math and science so you can relax, have fun, and create with confidence. Choose or blend your own custom fragrance from over 40 scents and create a signature blend that’s uniquely yours. You’ll pour your candle into a practical and useful keepsake glass and also create a matching 2 oz room spray to enjoy right away. It’s the perfect souvenir—something you’ll actually use and remember. This experience is a great break from the beach, a perfect rainy-day activity, or a fun addition to your trip. Come for the creativity, stay for the vibe—and leave with something truly special.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
Not included
- Meals
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Virginia Beach
The Building is the Purple Plaza Sugared Mango Soaps and Gifts located at 4425 Shore Drive Suite 101. We are located a few doors down from the Goodwill drop off store and across from Leaping Lizard.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The Building is the Purple Plaza Sugared Mango Soaps and Gifts located at 4425 Shore Drive Suite 101. We are located a few doors down from the Goodwill drop off store and across from Leaping Lizard.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sugared Mango Soaps And Gifts
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great host and a great...
Great host and a great time. Plenty of scents to choose from for your candle making experience. Two thumbs up.
via Viator
Not as expected
We did a candle making class. The owner was very nice and knowledgeable. Her shop is super cute. We were disappointed in the experience itself. We did pick our scent but expected to be able to personalize our candles with maybe color, dried flowers, other additives but it was just pouring wax into a glass. Same with the room spray, just poured scent into container.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind words about our shop and your experience with us. We’re sorry the class did not match what you were expecting. Our candle-making experience is intentionally focused on fragrance—choosing from our scent collection, creating your own fragrance blend, and making your candle and coordinating room spray. We do want to clarify one important point regarding dried flowers and other decorative additives. We intentionally do not place dried flowers, herbs, leaves, wood, or other flammable botanicals into our candles. The National Candle Association has specifically cautioned that flammable materials embedded in candle wax near the flame can become a fire hazard. As professional candle makers, we take those safety recommendations and our responsibility to our customers seriously. We will not add potentially flammable decorations to a candle simply for aesthetic purposes. We also choose not to use candle dyes in this particular experience. Our candles have a clean, natural wax appearance, with the personalization centered around creating a fragrance that is uniquely yours. We completely understand that someone expecting a highly decorative candle-making experience with colors and embellishments may be looking for a different type of class. We can certainly do a better job of making that distinction clear in our class description so guests know exactly what to expect before booking. Thank you again for visiting Sugared Mango and for your feedback. www.candles.org for further information.
via Tripadvisor
Making Candles for her birthday!
My friend and I loved the experience. Danielle the own was warm and welcoming. She walked us through everything and we really enjoyed her taking the time to educate us and help us explore the various scents available. It was a lovely experience 🤩
Response from the operator: We are glad that you had a pleasant experience! I hope you enjoy your candles.
via Tripadvisor
Jersey
It was a good experience. The instructor was a little bit late due to unfortunate event.
Response from the operator: Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the class. It is not every day a tree falls on your house! Thanks for your patience.
via Tripadvisor
Awesome Experience you gotta try
very well put together Great learning experience and easy to go along with Well worth the drive and time
Response from the operator: Thank you so much! I am so glad you had a good experience!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Virginia Beach.
How much does Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango cost?
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Prices start at $55 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Virginia Beach usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Virginia Beach is not rushed.
Is Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Virginia Beach, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Virginia Beach can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Virginia Beach and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Virginia Beach within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Virginia Beach?
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Virginia Beach runs dolphin watching cruises, kayak trips through Back Bay, fishing charters, boardwalk bike rentals and day trips to Colonial Williamsburg and Norfolk. Seasonal dolphin presence should be stated up front, and we weight tours that do. On Outty we rank every Virginia Beach experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Sunset Dolphin Kayak Tours, Small Group Dolphin Kayak Eco-Tour, Ziplining and Climbing at The Adventure Park at Virginia Aquarium. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Virginia Beach?
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May to September, with dolphin season from May to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Virginia Beach?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango?
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Included: Bottled water. Not included: Meals. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango?
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The Building is the Purple Plaza Sugared Mango Soaps and Gifts located at 4425 Shore Drive Suite 101. We are located a few doors down from the Goodwill drop off store and across from Leaping Lizard. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Transportation options are wheelchair accessible; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Virginia Beach. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Candle Making Experience at Sugared Mango?
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Across 7 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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