Vidler's is the largest five and dime store in the USA, and its historic wooden floors and vintage displays are a huge draw for tourists as well as the faithful locals who call East Aurora "home". Alongside peppermint sticks, lollipops burnt candied peanuts and cow-tails in the penny candy shop, you can get a bag of popcorn from the antique popcorn machine! For the price of one thin dime, you will be transported to the Victoria era where ladies dressed and fancy hats and gloves when they shopped. And while you were waiting for your popcorn, do take a ride on Sandi the mechanical horse. Of course that's also a dime! read more

Vidler's 5 & 10 - Sandy - Gift Shops Near Me - East Aurora, New York

Fun shop that goes on and on and on With a little bit of everything to look at! Great place to wander on a rainy day!

Who doesn't love the feeling of walking into an old store and seeing what treasures they can find? That's Vidler's in a nutshell. This staple of WNY is a little bit of a holiday tradition in my family. They have fun and festive window dressings and scenes made up for the holidays, and so many gift ideas inside. From crafts, toys, homegoods, and even office supplies, you can find almost anything here. They have some candy here too that's a little bit harder to find than your usual grocery store will carry including some international favorites. Each year around the holidays, they also have different guests show up in the store for the kids. This time when we stopped in, we saw Santa and Mrs Claus inside and the actual giant sled they used in "The Grinch Who Stole Christmas" outside in the parking lot. It was so cool to see those added elements and make it almost an event. Year round, Vidler's is a great place to go and just browse the aisles. You get the nostalgic feeling again of being a kid in a toy/candy store. The only downside is some things are a tad pricey but supporting a local business is worth it. Our family will always be making the trips to Vidler's and support this special store. read more

Vidler's 5 & 10 - Gift Shops Near Me - East Aurora, New York

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I've always wanted to check this place out, on my way to Buffalo we made a stop. This place has been here for over 90 years. Right on the Main Street , with this massive figure sitting on the roof welcoming you in. The store houses 75,000 items spread through four buildings and two floors. The candy section was my favorite, from the old fashion candy of our childhood.. wax bottles, candy cigarettes... but I had to buy some Charleston chews... chocolate, vanilla and strawberry flavored! They also have candy sold by the pound, I got some chocolate sponge candy. Right by the candy section is sandy mechanical horse the kids can ride for a dime. So many different departments to check out. Collectibles, key chains, glasses, wallets. Seasonal had all their summer stuff, garden tools and bird feeders. Household and kitchen area with all sorts of tools and jar foods. Jelly, spreads and baking sets. Large fabric and yarn area too. The toy area was very popular, so many little gadgets from polished rocks, wind up toys, games and figures. Stop in a discover a step back in time. read more

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What a neat place to visit. Very large store with all kinds of knickknacks and such. You could browse for about an hour and not see everything. Definitely a cool place to go on a Sunday or Saturday afternoon. Things you never know you needed you can buy there. You always end up buying something. It's a real fun place for the whole family with kids stuff there as well everything is priced reasonably. It's nestled in the small town of East Aurora. A lot is walkable from there. Enjoy. read more

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Vidler's is reminiscent of the old 5 and 10 stores, which offers an amazing array of merchandise for basic needs and beyond. I bought sewing materials, gifts and lipsticks at great prices. Vidler's workers are helpful and are ready to answer any questions you may have. read more

I grew up going to Vidler's, and during my recent visit did certainly find nostalgia in visiting this historic local institution after nearly a decade. Worth walking through if only for the eye candy, because there is plenty to see here. From home goods to kitchenware, and from toys to artisanal foodstuff, there does certainly seem to be something for every shopper here, so points for selection as well. That being said, with regard to purchasing anything, everything is rather overpriced, sometimes by margins of 100% or more. I get it, Vidler's is one of the oldest retailers and small businesses of its kind in the United States, and I wouldn't mind spending a few extra dollars to support a small business given their higher overhead costs. But at some point those, prices become extortionate, and I'm afraid to say that's the case here. Certainly worth a visit, though I wouldn't blame you if you weren't visiting to do any shopping. read more

When visiting upstate NY, we knew we'd have to stop in! They have a little bit of everything and looks like the inside hasn't changed since the early 1900s! We so enjoyed walking around and looking at all the things they sold. read more

i love this place have been coming here for as long as i can remember was always a treat to get to go here around the holidays and get presents for my family now i live much closer and come more often love finding all the new things each and every time i go thanks for a great experience read more

I LOVE VIDLERS! I have been going here every time I come to East Aurora, Im from Washington D.C. and I was a child looking for toys when I first came. They literally have everything here besides perishable foods, they have candy, toys, keychains, hardware, kitchen tools, and jewelry all in this massive 2 store 5 & 10 store. Probably should be called a 1 & 2 store because the prices are low and everything is in good condition, the employees are happy to help anytime you need help and there is many checkouts scattered around the store, the store has 2 front entrances and 1 back entrance that leads to a big parking lot that is very convenient. I love Vidlers and you should too. read more

Vidler's is a classic that's been around since 1930. A true landmark on East Main in East Aurora. The upper level (toys and candy) is a must stop if you have kids or haven't given up on being a kid yourself. For the adults, lots of house & kitchenware, specialty foods and crafts on the lower level. read more

Vidler's 5 & 10 - Gift Shops Near Me - East Aurora, New York

This type of store used to be called dime store or 5 in dime because everything in there was 5 or 10 cents. Obviously, those days are long gone. But like this old style store in the quaint adorable town. They have alot of little items.. candy, cooking or kitchen items. Craft item. Puzzles and cheap little toys. Its nearly Christmas... lots of little ornaments and cookie cutters. read more

This place is incredible! Was in here for an hour, and probably only saw 1/3 of the store. Lots to look at, charming aesthetic, very friendly employees. Loved seeing all of the throwback games and toys, and oddball items. Spent $200 very quickly here, even though most of the things here are inexpensive! Can't wait to come back when there's more time to explore the store! read more

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If you want to experience some old time nostalgia you really need to check out Vidlers. The only other place that I've experienced like this is the Old Forge Hardware Store in Old Forge NY. This is a great place to wander around from one section to another discovering things you might not have seen in years (maybe games, lunch boxes, or penny candy) along with numerous items you never knew you wanted or needed, maybe a new kitchen gadget. Vidlers sells everything from the above mentioned games candy, & kitchen gadgets, to holiday items, clothes, books, gifts, cards, etc, etc. If you want it, they probably have it. Half the fun there is the exploring. Vidlers Norman Rockwell type of charm has ever placed them in a few made to TV movies! Check them out (the store and the movies). read more

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Very cool place! So much stuff!! I got there about 20 minutes before closing time. They were super nice. This place is multiple floors and multiple rooms. Different things on each floor and in each room. From candy to cooking they have it all. I got some candy and a couple sodas as well as some Hot Nashville Dill Seasoning. Next time I'm in town I will give myself more time there. read more

Vidler's 5 & 10 - a jar of nashville hot dill seasoning - Gift Shops Near Me - East Aurora, New York

Sick and tired of the same lame stores try this place. There's treasure in every nook and cranny. I personally was sick of looking at a white wicker bathroom garbage can so I went to Vidler's to grab myself a 3 gallon crock they use for pickling and I now use it for my Bathroom garbage can. I love it. This thing doesn't come off the floor when you go to change the bags. Every single time in the last 25 years that I've gone to the store the staff has always been friendly and informative. Professional tip though buy a bag of popcorn when you go in and enjoy it while you're there. read more

Vidler's 5 & 10 - 3 gallon crock - Gift Shops Near Me - East Aurora, New York

Do not come if you don't like junk. Lots of useless junk and the good stuff was expensive. Fine for adults and very young children but for teens and young adults it was not fun. It could be great but isn't. read more

Vidler's has an amazing amount of inventory. Very large store. A real lot of odds and ends. Check it out!

Where to begin? This is the epitome of an old fashioned five and dime. It has an amazing assortment of candy, toys, games, kitchen items, Christmas, cards, craft supplies. You get the idea! It's been a few years since I had been there and I can say I honestly was not disappointed. The prices ranged from moderate to a bit pricey, although I did check some items against Amazon and they were pretty comparable. I was able to get some nice Items for my grandkids. Something for all ages! The Christmas sections were stocked with almost anything you could imagine-ornaments, lights, tinsel, spray snow. I spent a good 1 1/2 hrs on "Memory Lane". Well worth the visit. I will be returning! read more

If there was ever something you thought you might need, but you weren't sure where you needed to go to find it, you should try this place. This place has everything. And I mean everything, from about 1980 to present day. I felt like I've never been in a place like this before, but it also felt like I had stepped back into my childhood and some of it was oddly and nostalgically very familiar. Here's a short list of just some of a few of the. Imperiums things you can find here: camping and grilling supplies, craft supplies, shoelaces, puzzles, Play-Doh, socks, candy, coloring books, charging cords, backscratchers, kitchen gadgets, cookie cutters, aprons, mops, candles, soap, party supplies, board games, costumes, tshirts, yard supplies, water shoes, tent stakes, and SO much more. read more

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The best place on WNY to browse for gifts and old time items. Also don't forget your $.10 popcorn. When you have a few hours you spare and live life when you were a child this is the place. We bought some old candy...Violets, foiled coins, and yes candy cigarettes. They also have some old games...tiddly winks. So much fun. They have many romoms and even a downstairs. Great place to find your childhood and share time with the family reminiscing. read more

Vidler's 5 & 10 - Nice sunny winter day - Gift Shops Near Me - East Aurora, New York

I LOVE old-fashioned 5&10s, so I had high hopes for this one. For me it was a bit "meh", but it depends on what you're looking for. They're very strong on stationery, toys, candy, kitchen gadgets and home decor. But I was hoping for some nicer women's accessories, like jewelry and scarves, and they were few and not of great style or quality. I was also hoping for good beading supplies but again, not much there. read more

Vidler's is one of my must-hit stores every Christmas season because you can find gifts for the whole family here. Coming here is truly an experience, and it will oftentimes take you quite a while to make it through the store because its huge, gets very busy, and there's SO much to look at! The employees are always so pleasant and I can always find something new here. There is ample parking located across the street behind the buildings as well as lots of street parking. If you haven't been yet, Vidler's is definitely one you don't want to skip! read more

Ye olde junk shop with high prices. Stop here with our friends who live in East Aurora. Was not really impressed by all the cheap crap. Cute little town which did have some nicer stores. Unfortunately, this wasn't one of them! read more

Haven't been at Vidler's in awhile so when we had this beautiful day took a ride with a friend. I had price shock I know everything went up but they had things that were so over priced like lawn ornaments that I could get for less than 10 dollars at a nursery or a big lots selling for 50 dollars and candy bars for 3 dollars crazy. 98% of the customers are not from the town but travel and stop there because they do have alot of nice things but it will be awhile before I stop again it lost its charm for me! Another reason was they do have alot of workers because they have so many rooms to look through and all and I mean all weren't friendly even when I made a joke never felt so unwelcomed read more

Vidler's is amazing and hard to put into words but I will do my best. Located on Main St. in East Aurora, it's a destination rather than just another store. This place is packed with nostalgia. They have thousands of items that would be of interest to all ages. You can find things like tin lunch boxes, unusual and hard to find kitchen gadgets, toys from your childhood that you thought were gone forever like cap guns, balloon driven little cars and boats, candies you thought they stopped making, Christmas ornaments, art supplies, school supplies, scented candles, board games, the list goes on and on. I even found a mask for my Halloween costume. Bring your dimes for the old fashioned popcorn dispensing machine. I have included a lot of pictures but not all 80 I actually took. The people that work there were extremely friendly and helpful. I have been there before but every time I go there I always discover new treasures. This trip I found Bacon Candy Canes, a Public Toilet Survival Kit and a selection of Wine Brownie Mixes (see pics). Go there, you won't be disappointed. Pleanty of free parking behind the building. read more

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This whimsical, fun and nostalgic jewel of the neighborhood is like nowhere else in the world. When visiting East Aurora take a step back in time and make Vidler's the #1 stop on your shopping trip down Main Street. It's impossible not to smile from ear to ear after spending a few minutes in here rummaging through the vintage and novelty items. Vidler's is a nationally recognized, family owned and run 5 and 10 store. They have been open for over 90 years and the store has also been the backdrop of some made for tv movies. The inside and exterior are very retro and have a 1960's vibe. I would suggest that you block out at least an hour for your visit to go through the large space and all the wares. They opened in the 1930's they have expanded several times so the store itself is huge, taking over 4 storefronts and has 2 floors. Right away you will notice this is a one of a kind place that has something fun for everyone. When approaching Vidler's you can't miss the red and white awning and the large scale figure "Vidler on the Roof". I remember coming as a child and the essence of the store and product offering is the same. It has been carefully maintained throughout the years. Upon entering you will notice Vidler's is well organized and set up like a department store with unique product offerings. They have a variety of nostalgic, seasonal and modern items including games, toys, crafts, kitchen, garden, home goods and candies. Make sure to have a dime on hand for the popcorn vending machine. I love the candy, specialty Buffalo items and throwback games. These things make me think about my childhood and a time when tangible games were a thing before technology took over. If you have little ones and some time to burn give them each a few bucks and bring them here. Watch them explore the candies and decide how to spend their dollars. They will never forget this fun experience. read more

You need a rabbit foot keychain, a dime ride on a mechanical horse, package of Pokemon cards, cherry pitter, obscure cookie cutter, taper candelabra, or a gnome for your garden? Fill your cart! read more

This store is a time warp to childhood filled to brim with fun knicknacks and all the things you didn't know you needed! A fun place to stop when visiting the little town of East Aurora for sure. 2 floors and a maze of magical finds including toys, candy, art supplies, garden, home decor, painting, and my fav section of kitchen gadgets! Endless christmas items during the holidays too all while doing a great job to keep the store COVID friendly with arrows, plastic screens, and reduced capacity! Love this place, and even if you're not looking so muc fun to just wander in! read more

Vidler is my favorite local shop. You pretty much can find anything and everything in here! From Knick knack, accessories, cooking ware, toys, candies, local stuff, hobbies/crafts. This years I bought quite a bit stuff there for Christmas present and birthday present . So when my daughter asked me where she can go to get presents for her friends and family, I immediately said Vidler!!! The price also very reasonable. She was amazed with the store and everything they have. We started from the lower floor and work our way up. She got almost everyone on her shopping list. She got a really good variety of goodies. She's very satisfied and she mentioned how it also easy to get there. I know she'll be back just like I'll be back again and again! read more

Vidler's 5 & 10 - All the different stuff for Christmas presents! - Gift Shops Near Me - East Aurora, New York

It's a fun outing to look at every kitchen gadget in the world you don't need. My favorite things here are the cookie cutters and old toys, but they now have lots of modern board games as well and every Wilton cake decorating tool you could need. There's always something seasonal on display, and I got an adorable snow globe, only to discover later when taking the price off that it was from target, but was assured that vendors aren't supposed to resell things and the rest were removed. Prices are a bit higher than buying online or at places like target, but it's still a fun place to shop. There's a room of fabric and buttons, and one of greeting cards, and one of tea kettles and popcorns. Great place to get unique gifts and reminisce. read more

I absolutely adore every square foot of this place. When I was out in East Aurora a little while ago, I was told to not miss Vidler's. Definitely a place that's not missable. From childhood candy and toys to culinary goods and thread to party favors and candles, there's a little bit of everything. Go there. You'll turn into a kid again. read more

Such a cool store! It has anything you could ever want. Old fashioned candies, unique gift ideas, board games, old toys, candles & chocolate! I've been going here since I was a kid and it has never lost its magic. There are so many rooms that it's easy to get lost and you can easily spend an hour in this place looking at everything. One of the coolest finds was the unique soda wall...there were so many cool flavors...cookie dough, key lime pie, ranch dressing... (Ew). Makes for some great gag gifts! read more

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Our favorite local shop filled with endless rows of unique items and things you didn't know you wanted. Where else can you find a grapefruit spoon, lacrosse stick, board games, art supplies, Licorice Allsorts, and whoopee cushions all under one roof? This old-fashioned store has something for everyone and is a great spot to stop at when gift shopping. Oh and don't forget your dimes ... You can't beat 10 cent popcorn, which is located near the candy on the upstairs level. read more

This place is amazing. Between Game of Thrones themed Clue to cookie cutters- they have everything here. Once you have looked through everything on the main floor- there is more downstairs. If you are with kids- the "fun" part is upstairs. Candy, board games, cards, chocolate, collectible items and more! If you are an adult looking for some home goods, then everything for you is downstairs. Since there are soooo many different sections- there is a "lost spouse spot" where you can go and stand in until your spouse finds you. I found this hysterical. The staff is very friendly and helpful. There are options to park in the street. You can also park behind the building. read more

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If walmart and a flea market had a baby it would be this store, but my is it a massive baby. Encompassing a multitude of storefronts this place wastes no nook or cranny. Walking in I was immediately smitten, because I was surrounded by candy. All shapes, sizes and flavors of nostalgia. Traveling deeper, it had appeared that the Easter bunny had set up an assembly line of trinkets perfect for any basket. Every twist and turn led to a new department- candles, clothes, kitchenwares, fabrics...any of your heart's desires, including dates, as you're bound to bump elbows in the narrow passageways if you come on the weekend. Wisen up, pick a weekday, and park in the lot, unlike us nitwits parking on the street for the chance of viewing the infamous man on the roof. read more

Vidler's 5 & 10 should be on everyone's Buffalo (and surrounding areas) Bucket List. Walking up to Vidler's feels like time traveling back to simpler days. The classic window decorations and the style of the building are so cute! The inside is equally adorable. This place seems to have EVERYTHING you could possibly imagine in a craft shop, drug store, souvenir shop, Hallmark, toy store or hobby shop. There are SO many different rooms with all sorts of themes. We honestly needed between one and two hours just to see everything! It gets pretty chaotic at Vidler's.around Christmas time. There are lots of special finds for gifts and decorations. I would definitely recommend avoiding weekends or right after work- it gets very crazy and busy! I much prefer to enjoy the store at my own, casual pace. My favorite aspect about the entire experience: the Vidler's employees are the sweetest and most wholesome people you will ever meet. They are so welcoming and warm. Definitely make a point to stop by! read more

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Everything you need is there: ice cube trays, cake pans and birthday cards. And, there is everything you don't need but must have: penny candy, face masks, board games, tablecloths for the picnic table. Every time I have out of town visitors, we end up spending a couple hours at Vidlers. read more

Oh. My. God! I can't believe it's taken me 30 years to visit this store for the first time! Seriously the coolest place I've ever been to. Nostalgic. I loved it so much! I ended up spending $250 on my first visit. Not too bad from what I hear, hahah. It was mostly on Christmas gifts anyway. The one thing I did get for myself is a mini replica of the kitty cat clock that I've always wanted! I'm super excited to hang that up (not to mention I have a black and white cat). I can't wait to come back here. The only thing I didn't like was that it was super mobbed for the holidays and the aisles and really small, so I couldn't spend too much time looking at something if I didn't want to be in someone's way. read more

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This store is a tourist destination. Every person I heard talking in there was from out of town. And I heard a lot of people, it's a crowded place. Both with "stuff" and people. The aisles are thin and since there is a lot to see in every direction you have to walk slowly. If you need a card for someone you will find it here. No matter the emotion or the occasion you need it for. Huge selection. Huge selection of "non traditional" candies and chocolate bars too. Remember those candy necklaces from when you were little? You can buy the here. In bacon flavor if you want. Or regular peppermint patties (the small ones) too. All for reasonable prices. You a find a birdhouse here too. In various styles. Or some clothing item you may need. Or a small bag of fresh popcorn for a dime. Or something for the "space on the shelf". You know, the empty one. Anything you may want you can probably find here. It is the perfect place to find an original gift. The receiver will probably love it and your wallet will too. Prices here are more than reasonable. This is a place you can spend hours in. There is so much to see. So many trips down memory lane to go on. So many ideas for today to think about, I almost came home with a birdhouse. I was thinking of people to give gifts too. There are a lot of doors to get into this place and it's much bigger than you realize walking in one of them. Even the basement is being used. Next time I go here I'll make sure I have plenty of time to check out every corner. Parking is street. So in other words, hit or miss. read more

Vidler's 5 & 10 - Bacon. Enough said - Gift Shops Near Me - East Aurora, New York

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