National Gummy Worm Day is observed worldwide every July 15, celebrating the popular gummy candy known as gummy worms. These gelatin-based sweets, introduced by the German company Trolli in 1981, were designed to provide children with a fun snack while amusingly shocking their parents. Gummy worms come in various flavors and can be sweet, sour, or coated with sugar. The holiday encourages people to enjoy gummy worms in various ways, such as in desserts like dirt pudding cups, which are a popular treat for Halloween. Gummy candies, including gummy worms, have a rich history, with their origins tracing back to 1864 in Lancashire, England. Today, gummy worms remain a favorite candy choice, appealing to both children and adults alike.