We’re Already in Love: Highlights from the New PEZ International Catalog

Without a doubt, the 

European Marketing 

& Sales Catalog from PEZ International 

is, alongside the Sweets & Snacks Expo in the USA, 

the absolute highlight of the year for us PEZ collectors. 

This catalog not only presents all the new 

releases for the current year, 

it also serves as proof of just how 

creative PEZ continues to be,

 filling store shelves and

 our collections 

alike with outstanding licenses and beautifully 

designed PEZ dispensers.

 

Over the years, the annual catalog itself 

has become a must-have collector’s item,

 firmly earning its place as a collectible in its own right.

Before diving into the latest PEZ dispensers,

 let’s take a look, as tradition demands, 

at what’s new in the candy segment. 

After launching several new sour varieties

 last year, most notably the 

PEZ Monster Fizzy Bags, 

PEZ is turning things up another notch 

in 2026 with the brand-new 

Shock Headz Sour candies.

 

 Available in the ultra-sour flavors

 Electric Apple and Buzzing Strawberry, 

these candies are clearly designed to impress.

 

Targeted specifically at the 10–16-year-old audience,

PEZ Shock Headz Sour comes in truly spectacular packaging. 

The oversized skull with its tongue sticking out, 

combined with bold, vibrant colors, 

makes this an absolute eye-catcher on the shelf. 

We honestly can’t wait to taste them ourselves.

We’ve already introduced this year’s 

Hello Kitty 

assortment on our blog, 

but it won’t be long before Hello Kitty Strawberry,

 the new My Melody, Cinnamoroll, 

and Kuromi appear in stores. 

Feel free to revisit our post from last year if

 you’d like to dive deeper into the Hello Kitty lineup. (here)

After PEZ Candy USA gave us a first look at the new  

Toy Story PEZ dispensers 

just last week, PEZ International has now officially 

confirmed their release for the European market as well.

 

 Over the years, the Toy Story license has given 

us an incredible number of fantastic dispensers. 

To coincide with the release of Toy Story 5, 

hitting cinemas this June, PEZ has created

three all-new molds for 

Woody, Buzz, and Jessie. 

We can’t wait to welcome these three into our collections, 

and you can be sure we’ll be heading straight to the cinema, too

Following last year’s updates to Mario and Toad,

 both of which received new molds, another true 

icon is stepping into the spotlight:  

Donkey Kong. 

He has been redesigned and will be released this 

year with a brand-new mold as well.

Here you can find our story about the new 

mold for Mario and Toad.

A new addition is also joining the  

Squishmallows PEZ lineup. 

With Ingred, the purple cow, PEZ introduces a 

dispenser using the same mold as Patty. 

We’re confident she’ll feel right at home next to 

Cam, Patty, and Junie in our collections.

Now let’s talk about a dispenser that truly stole our hearts:

Pokémon!
Yes, you read that righ, and yes, we know we’ve

 had plenty of Pokémon dispensers before. 

But this time, PEZ delivers something completely new: 

Pikachu as a full-body dispenser 

with an entirely new mold.

 That this one is an instant must-buy goes without saying.

An entirely new assortment that our attentive 

readers already knew about: 

Hot Wheels Monster Trucks as PEZ dispensers! 

 

Starting this fall, Mega Wrex, Rhinomite, and Tiger Shark 

will come racing into our collections at full speed.

Next up is another dispenser that made our hearts glow, 

this time without any license at all. 

Straight from PEZ itself, our beloved  

ghost dispenser got

a brand-new mold, and we absolutely love how 

it will once again delight us during the Halloween season.

The 2026 Christmas season brings us the  

Ugly Sweater Santa dispenser, 

which last year was only available in a tube in the USA.

 The key difference in the European version is the 

PEZ Play code printed on the stem. 

Simply scan it to jump straight into the games

 within the PEZ Play app.

The little yellow Minions are also returning 

to the big screen this year, and with their 

massive fanbase, PEZ dispensers are of course a must. 

While the dispensers are currently hidden for

 licensing reasons, we can already reveal that  

at least two Minions dispensers will receive

 complete redesigns.

New packaging is also on the way: the catalog features

 two new cardboard gift boxes, 

both absolutely stunning. 

One will appear in the Easter assortment, 

while the Mario gift box will follow later in the year. 

We truly love this new addition.

We can also look forward to new dextrose 

drops this year, with Hello Kitty, Minions, 

and Squishmallows joining the lineup. 

 

Additionally, PEZ is releasing two new Twin Packs,

 featuring Pokémon and Stitch.

One of the biggest surprises in the catalog is the return of the 

XXL PEZ dispensers (known as Giants in the USA). 

 

After many years, PEZ International is bringing them back, 

featuring Stitch, already released in the USA last year,

 and Creeper from the Minecraft series. 

These two giants are guaranteed to put 

smiles on collectors’ faces.

PEZ Bags have become an essential part of the assortment, 

and this year brings new additions with the  

Spiderman Bag and Squishmallows Bag. 

 

For the Maxi Bags, Squishmallows and Minions are new for 2026.

Finally, PEZ is also expanding its merchandise range, 

introducing a foldable tote bag and a  

paper shopping bag, both featuring the new 

PEZ Candy pattern design.

It’s already clear: once again, PEZ has succeeded

 in making the year incredibly exciting for collectors, 

with a fantastic range of new dispensers and 

products that continue to sweeten our hobby.

 

Dive into the complete new PEZ International 

catalog right here and discover everything

 that awaits collectors this year. 

Happy Collecting! 

Gearing Up for 2026: Fresh Licenses, New Designs, Same PEZ Magic! A Sneak Peek for PEZ Collectors...

As we race full throttle toward the end of the year, 

eagerly awaiting the final Online Exclusive 

PEZ dispensers, we can’t help but look back

 with excitement and gratitude at what a fantastic

 year it’s been for PEZ collectors. 

 

From amazing new licenses to beautifully

 designed dispensers, 2025 has truly 

delivered plenty of reasons for our collector

 hearts to beat faster!

 

Behind the scenes, the PEZ magic never sleeps! 

While we’re still unwrapping and admiring

 this year’s releases, the creative minds in 

Traun, Austria, and Orange, Connecticut, 

are already buzzing with ideas for the 2026 lineup.

 

 From securing new licenses to perfecting

 every tiny detail of a dispenser, 

the whole process takes about a year, 

so the teams on both sides of the Atlantic

 have been busy cooking up next year’s surprises

 for quite a while now. 

We can almost hear the clinking of candy

 bricks and the hum of PEZ creativity in the air! 

Of course, the official announcements will 

be made once the  

PEZ International Product & Export Catalog is released, 

and most details are still tightly under wraps.

 But… a few little hints have already made 

their way out into the world.

 

We did some digging for you, and in this post, 

we’re excited to share a sneak peek at what PEZ

 might have in store for 2026!

 Please keep in mind that these are early plans, 

and things may still change before the final 

lineup is revealed. 

 

PEZ Treats Are Back on the Menu!

When PEZ Candy USA launched the PEZ Treats 

series back in January 2021, featuring the now-iconic 

Pizza, Taco, and Burger dispensers, 

we collectors were instantly hooked. 

It was something fresh, quirky, and just downright fun.

 

Over the years, our PEZ Treats collections 

have grown nicely, with plenty of exciting additions, 

from regular releases to Online Exclusives

  and Expo specials. 

  And now, it’s time to make a little more 

room on those display stands, because

 two brand-new Treats dispensers 

are on their way this coming January!

 

First shown earlier this year at the  

Sweets & Snacks Expo, PEZ will serve up 

a new slice of pizza and a delightfully sweet donut.

 

Now, we’ll admit, these might not have been

 the Treats we were dreaming of 

(there are so many fun ideas still waiting to happen!)

But let’s be honest, we’ll all be sprinting to add

 these to our collections the moment they drop!

 

Bluey Joins the PEZ Family,

 get Ready, Collectors! 

When PEZ showed off a massive Bluey-themed display 

 at the Sweets and Snacks Expo in May, it 

was the ultimate tease, confirming that 

Bluey PEZ dispensers are officially on the way! 

The news spread fast through the collector community, 

and ever since, Bluey has been high 

on everyone’s PEZ radar.

 

So far, there’s still no sign of the actual dispensers,

 no photos, no leaks, just whispers and wishful thinking, 

but the wait is almost over.

 We’ll be seeing them soon, and if the excitement 

is anything to go by, these will be instant must-haves for 2026!

 

For anyone new to the craze, Bluey is a beloved 

Australian animated series about an energetic

 Blue Heeler pup named Bluey and her

 little sister Bingo. It’s charming, 

funny, and full of heart, the perfect vibe for PEZ to

 capture in dispenser form.

 

PEZ has big plans for 2026, a completely new Bluey lineup 

is on the way, and it’s set to keep us 

collecting all year long. 

Get your displays ready, because when 

Bluey and Bingo finally land, you know 

it’s going to be a full-on PEZ chase!

 

Hello Kitty and Friends

From Japan to the world, Hello Kitty has captured

 hearts everywhere, and in the world of PEZ, 

she’s long since taken the throne. 

She’s more than just another license; she’s a true icon, 

one that’s become inseparable from the PEZ story itself.

 

 This year alone, we’ve found ourselves 

rearranging and squeezing our Hello Kitty displays

 more times than we can count, and for good reason!

 

With 11 brand-new dispensers 

released in 2025, it’s been the biggest 

Hello Kitty PEZ year ever. 

Talk about a collector’s dream 

(and a shelf-space nightmare)

 

And of course, it wouldn’t be PEZ without 

another adorable Hello Kitty surprise 

coming our way. 

For 2026, PEZ is keeping the tradition alive 

with an all-new Hello Kitty lineup , 

this time themed around strawberries! 🍓

 

The new collection will feature a  

cute strawberry stem print design for Hello Kitty, 

adding a fresh twist to everyone’s favorite feline.

 That means our Hello Kitty collections are about 

to grow again, so go ahead and make some room now…

 because when it comes to Hello Kitty PEZ, 

there’s always space for one more!

 

Buckle Up! Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Are 

Rolling Into the PEZ World!

 

Now here’s something we’re really excited about, 

an entirely new PEZ lineup is on the horizon! 

 

Monster truck fans, this one’s for you:  

PEZ has teamed up with Mattel to 

bring the legendary Hot Wheels Monster Trucks 

 to life as PEZ dispensers in 2026!

 

For those who aren’t familiar, 

the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks are the

 larger-than-life cousins of the classic Hot Wheels cars, 

bold, colorful, and built to crush anything in their path.

 They’ve become a huge hit with collectors and 

kids alike, known for their wild designs and 

over-the-top personalities.

And now, they’re getting the PEZ treatment! 🚀

We can hardly wait to share the first 

images of the

 three brand-new Monster Truck PEZ dispensers 

 with you. If the early buzz is anything to go by,

 these are going to be absolute show-stoppers, 

  and definite must-haves for 2026!

 

Bananas on the Horizon: 

Minions 

Return to the Big Screen, and to Our PEZ Shelves!

July is about to go yellow again. 

Bananas will claim the top spot in the food pyramid,

 and tiny blue overalls will become the 

height of summer fashion. 

Yes indeed, everyone’s favorite chaotic

 little troublemakers are returning to 

theaters on July 1, 2026!

A movie that big calls for matching PEZ magic. 

Of course PEZ has secured the Minions license

 once more, because a cinema blockbuster

 without PEZ dispensers would be like a Minion

 without mischief. 

This time, the lineup is getting a stylish upgrade. 

Two classic characters will show off fresh new prints,

 and even better, we get to welcome an all-new 

Minion character into our collections.

 

Collectors, consider this your heads-up to start

 fluffing up some space on your PEZ shelves. 

Let your current Minions shuffle a bit closer together, 

whisper some secret banana plans, 

and prepare to greet the new recruit.

 

Summer 2026 may still feel a little far away, 

though the anticipation is already delicious. 

The countdown to more chaos, more giggles,

 and more PEZ has officially begun.

 

Building the Collection! 

Minecraft PEZ Continues to Expand!

Minecraft has shaped a whole generation of gamers. 

Endless worlds, endless creativity, and now,

 a growing world of collectibles. 

PEZ has embraced that spirit beautifully. 

Across the last two years, a total of 

11 Minecraft dispensers 

have joined our shelves. 

From Steve and Alex to Creepers, each new release 

has felt like discovering another important

 piece of the game come to life. 

 

The story does not stop here. 

Minecraft PEZ will continue into 2026 with 

new additions coming our way.

Details are still under wraps, though the excitement 

is already noticeable among collectors. 

Whatever PEZ has planned, it will be welcomed

 with open collector arms

 

Super Mario PEZ Continues to Grow!

There are a few icons that shaped our 

childhoods forever. 

Super Mario is definitely one of them. 

Countless hours of jumping, running,

 and saving the Mushroom Kingdom… 

and let’s be honest, a whole lot of late-night

 gaming sessions fueled by pure determination

 and maybe some snacks. 

Mario swept the world into his adventures 

faster than you can say “Here we go!” 

 

Lucky for us collectors, Mario and his friends

 have also been longtime residents in the PEZ universe. 

Over the years, they have turned our display 

shelves into mini Nintendo celebrations. 

Mario, Luigi, Yoshi, Toad… every new character

 brings another hit of nostalgia straight to the heart. 

 

This year, PEZ already surprised us with 

revamped molds for Mario and Toad,

 giving them fresh details and that spark of modern charm.

(here more) 

 

A true legend gets a makeover!

Donkey Kong himself is stepping into the spotlight.

 The giant, the rival, the hero,

 the banana enthusiast. 

One of Nintendo’s earliest stars is returning 

in a completely newly designed PEZ mold.

 

We will have to be patient before the 

new Donkey Kong swings into our collections. 

Though that sense of anticipation is part of 

what makes this hobby so joyful. 

The countdown to Donkey Kong’s arrival 

has officially started! 

 

Even though we’ve already teased quite a 

few PEZ updates for 2026, believe us, 

that’s really just scratching the surface. 

PEZ still has plenty of surprises tucked away, 

and some of them are bound to be absolute 

show-stoppers that will make collectors 

everywhere sit up a little straighter.

 

Every new PEZ arrival isn’t just a candy dispenser, 

it’s a story, a memory,

 a little piece of joy that finds its place in our 

collections and collector hearts.

Happy Collecting!