Book your reservation here:

All standard reservations are 1 hour. Our bar can hold up to 15 people. Please have your exact # of guests, date and time ready! We book on the hour every hour - so be sure to arrive on time!

Let's go!

Let's pour together!

  • Choose your vessel

    We have 1 wicks, 2 wicks, and 3 wicks. All different sizes + colors! Pick the one that you love!

    1

  • Choose your scents

    We have 100+ scents on our fragrance wall. We offer clean, sweet, fruity, floral, and seasonal fragrances! You're sure to find one you love!

    2

  • Mix!

    Our staff will walk you through the candle making process. Candles do take 2 hours to solidify! You'll have the best smelling candle in no time!

    3

Hours + Location

SUNDAY: 11am - 4pm

MONDAY + TUESDAY: Closed

Wednesday - Saturday: 11am - 7pm

Located at 130 5th St Suite A, West Des Moines, IA 50265

read our reviews!

  • ★★★★★
    The candle making experience at The Candle Bar was top tier!! This was a fun bachelorette party activity to do! 15/10 recommend!!
    Morgan S.
  • ★★★★★
    Easy to follow directions and friendly, hands-on staff, this was such a fun, unique activity.
    Jill N.
  • ★★★★★
    Such a cute store front and the selection of scents and vessels were top notch!
    Jordyn K.
  • ★★★★★
    I recently worked with Candle Bar DSM for custom candles for my company and I could not be happier with my experience.
    Olivia K.
  • ★★★★★
    You can really tell how much love and care goes into this business. I can’t wait to come back again—highly recommend for a fun and relaxing outing!
    Emily M.
  • ★★★★★
    The candles smell incredible, give a clean burn, and are the perfect activity to do as a group. Plus their space is absolutely stunning!
    Leah R.

Meet the Owner :

Hi! I'm Maria. You may have seen me at our sister store: The Boho Vase. I'm an entrepreneur, candle bar + gift shop owner, and self taught florist. I guess you can say I love being creative! Read more about my story here!

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