CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Tuesday, June 16, 2026, is National Fudge Day, giving you the best excuse to indulge in a sweet treat! If you’re thinking about it, here are the best places to get fudge in Charleston:
- Sweet Julep’s, located in Mount Pleasant and specializes in homemade pralines, fudge, chocolates and pecans made from original recipes.
- Kilwins Ice Cream and Fudge, located in Charleston, specializes in creamy Mackinac Island Fudge made from original recipes.
- The Fudgery, located in Charleston and specializes in high-quality product assortment, including fudge, dipped apples, milkshakes, and Rice Krispies.
- River Street Sweets, with two locations in Charleston that specialize in handmade southern candies.
Fudge has been around since 1886 and many believe it originated as a mistake that when a baker may have “fudged” a batch of caramels for Valentine’s Day, according to the National Day Calendar.
If you find yourself enjoying some fudge on Tuesday, you can use #NationalFudgeDay on social media to share your own fudge recipes or after trying fudge from around Charleston!…