2026 Candle-Making Themes
Throughout 2026, we're hosting exclusive themed candle-making experiences at our National Harbor location. Each event offers a curated fragrance journey designed around the season, occasion, or intention. Standard Scent Discovery sessions remain available year-round—these special weekends add an elevated, guided experience.
Ready to book? Visit our Scent Discovery booking page and select your preferred date
June 19–21, 2026
Summer Pour Series: Crafted & Grounded
A refined candle-making experience highlighting craftsmanship, balance, and intention. Guests will explore deeper fragrance profiles—woods, resins, citrus, and musks—while learning how scent can ground, focus, and elevate everyday spaces. Designed to appeal to all guests, with special emphasis on blends traditionally favored by men.
Ideal for: Father's Day outings, couples, groups, first-time guests, men seeking a unique experience
Reservation includes: Guided candle-making experience with curated 'crafted & grounded' scent blends
July 10–12, 2026
Scent Social: Sip, Pour & Connect
A relaxed, social candle-making experience designed for connection and creativity. Guests will enjoy a guided fragrance journey while pouring their own custom candle in a lively, community-forward atmosphere—perfect for a unique night out.
Ideal for: Friends, celebrations, social outings, group experiences
Reservation includes: Candle-making experience in a social setting
September 4–6, 2026
Fall Fragrance Release & Discovery Night
Be among the first to experience Wigenton Candle Co.'s fall fragrance collection. Guests will explore seasonal scent profiles, learn the inspiration behind each blend, and create a custom candle reflecting the warmth and depth of fall.
Ideal for: Seasonal scent lovers, returning guests, fall enthusiasts
Reservation includes: Early access to fall fragrances and guided candle creation
October 9–11, 2026
Grounded & Warm: A Fall Candle Experience
A fall-inspired candle-making session focused on richness, calm, and emotional grounding. Guests will work with layered fragrance notes designed to bring warmth and balance into their homes and spaces.
Ideal for: Fall lovers, those seeking grounding experiences, cooler-weather outings
Reservation includes: Guided candle-making experience with fall-inspired scents
November 20–22, 2026
Gratitude & Gifting Weekend
A special candle-making experience centered on gratitude and intentional gifting. Guests can create candles designed to keep or gift, with guidance on selecting fragrances that express appreciation and care.
Ideal for: Holiday shoppers, meaningful gifting experiences, groups preparing for the season
Reservation includes: Candle-making experience with gift-ready options
December 18–20, 2026
Year-End Reflection: Light the Memory
Close the year with a reflective candle-making experience honoring the moments, people, and memories that shaped your year. Guests will create a candle infused with intention and gratitude—a ritual to carry forward or gift with meaning.
Ideal for: Reflective guests, year-end celebrations, meaningful gift experiences
Reservation includes: Guided reflection experience and custom candle creation
Book your experience: Visit our Scent Discovery page to reserve your spot for any of these special sessions.
Standard fragrance sessions are available year-round outside of these themed weekends. To guarantee a spot, guests must book in advance through our website.