Cake pops can be a fun and popular choice for various occasions. Here are a few situations where cake pops can be ideal:

1. **Parties and Celebrations**: They are perfect for birthday parties, weddings, or baby showers, where guests want a bite-sized treat. 

2. **Themed Events**: Cake pops can be easily customized to fit themes, such as holidays (e.g., Christmas, Halloween) or specific color schemes. 

3. **Gift Giving**: They make great edible gifts for occasions like Valentine’s Day, Mother's Day, or as party favors. 

4. **Dessert Tables**: When you want a variety of small desserts, cake pops can add color and fun to the table. 

5. **Corporate Events**: They can be branded or customized with logos for company events. 

In general, cake pops are essential when you want a small, portable, and customizable dessert that adds creativity to any occasion.