About Cricket's Candy Creations Franchise
Cricket's Candy Creations is a specialty candy and confections franchise offering opportunities since 2025.
Each location provides a fun, colorful retail experience where customers can browse and purchase a wide assortment of candies, chocolates, gummies, and sweet treats.
The brand may also offer candy making experiences, custom gift boxes, and party packages.
Cricket's Candy Creations Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$163K
Average Investment
$229K
Maximum Investment
$296K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of your gross sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of your gross sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $162,750 – $296,167 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $163K–$296K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of your gross sales) and marketing fee (1% of your gross sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial franchise fee (see Note 1) | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Rent and Lease Security Deposit (see Note 2) | $6,250 | $41,667 |
| Utilities (see Note 3) | $250 | $500 |
| Leasehold Improvements (see Note 4) | $20,000 | $50,000 |
| Market Introduction Program (see Note 5) | $6,000 | $9,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (see Note 6) | $35,000 | $50,000 |
| Computer Systems (see Note 8) | $1,500 | $2,500 |
| Insurance (see Note 9) | $1,000 | $5,000 |
| Signage (see Note 10) | $6,000 | $10,000 |
| Office Supplies (see Note 11) | $500 | $1,000 |
| Inventory (see Note 12) | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Licenses and Permits (see Note 13) | $250 | $2,500 |
| Professional Fees (lawyer, accountant, etc.) (see Note 14) | $2,000 | $5,000 |
| Travel, lodging and meals for initial training (see Note 15) | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Additional funds and Pre-opening Payroll costs (for first 3 months) (see Note 16) | $30,000 | $60,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 plus any broker fees and other out-of-pocket costs we incur |
| Technology Fee | $150-$250 per month |
| Audit Fee | Our actual cost |
| Market Cooperative Contribution | As determined by co-op. Currently, none. (Maximum 5% of gross sales) |
| Local Marketing/Required Spending | 5% of your gross sales |
| Replacement / Additional Training fee | Currently, starting at $500 per day dependent on scope of training |
| Third party vendors | Pass-through of costs, plus reasonable administrative charge. Currently, none. |
| Non-compliance fee | $500 (then $250 per week) |
| Reimbursement | Amount that we spend on your behalf, plus 10% |
| Late fee | $100 plus interest on the unpaid amount at a rate equal to 18% per year |
| Insufficient funds fee | $30 |
| Costs of collection | Our actual costs |
| Special support fee | Our then-current fee, plus our expenses. Currently, $500 per day. |
| Customer complaint resolution | Our expenses |
| Records audit | Our actual cost |
| Special inspection fee | Currently $500, plus our out-of-pocket costs |
| Non-compliance cure costs and fee | Our out-of-pocket costs and internal cost allocation, plus 10% |
| Liquidated damages | An amount equal to royalty fees and Brand Fund contributions for the lesser of (i) 2 years or (ii) the remaining weeks of the franchise term. |
| Indemnity | Our costs and losses from any legal action related to the operation of your franchise |
| Prevailing party’s legal costs | Our attorney fees, court costs, and other expenses of a legal proceeding, if we are the prevailing party |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Approximately 61 hours |
| Classroom Training | 48 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 13 hours |
| Training Location | Our Location, New York, NY or Your Location or Virtual via Zoom |
| Additional Training | If a new general manager needs to attend training after opening, a fee starting at $500 per day may be charged. The franchisor reserves the right to require additional training programs or refresher courses in the future. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Approximate population ideally around 100,000 people |
| Description | Franchisees are granted an exclusive territory, typically defined as a radius around their location, but may also use other boundaries such as county lines, streets, geographical features, or trade areas. This territorial protection is not contingent on achieving specific sales volumes or market penetration. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Up to 2 additional 5-year terms |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, franchisees must provide advance notice, be in compliance with all contractual obligations, renovate to current standards, sign the then-current franchise agreement and related documents (including personal guaranty), and execute a general release. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 plus any broker fees and other out-of-pocket costs we incur |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require franchisor approval, payment of a transfer fee, the buyer meeting franchisor standards and not being a competitor, the buyer signing the then-current franchise agreement and related documents, all franchisee payments being current, the buyer completing training, the franchisee signing a general release, and the business complying with current system specifications. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor may terminate the agreement for various causes, including non-payment (10-day cure), other breaches (30-day cure), or without a cure period for serious defaults like misrepresentation, knowingly submitting false information, bankruptcy, loss of location, confidentiality/non-compete violations, abandonment, slander, refusal to cooperate with inspections, operating dangerously, repeated defaults, cross-termination, or felony charges. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the agreement, neither the franchisee, any owner, nor their spouse may have an ownership interest in, lend money to, provide services to, or be employed by any competitor. For two years after termination or expiration, this restriction applies within five miles of the former territory or any other Cricket’s Candy Creations business. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Franchisees are not required to personally participate in the direct operation of the business. However, a 'Principal Executive' must be designated, owning at least 10% of the business, completing initial training, and making reasonable efforts to attend required meetings. The business must always be supervised by the Principal Executive or a general manager who has completed the training program. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees are required to purchase or lease all goods, services, supplies, fixtures, equipment, inventory, computer hardware and software, real estate, or comparable items from the franchisor, its designee, or approved suppliers, or according to franchisor specifications. Specific obligations include real estate, insurance, point-of-sale software and hardware, and all products, inventory, and equipment. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees may only market, offer, sell, and provide Approved Services and Approved Products that the franchisor authorizes, adhering to System Standards. Any product or service not on the approved list, or any item not meeting System Standards, requires prior written approval from the franchisor. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | We will not derive revenue from the required purchases and leases by franchisees. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligations. |
Cricket's Candy Creations Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$444K
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Cricket's Candy Creations Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordCricket's Candy Creations has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Cricket's Candy Creations System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
Cricket's Candy Creations currently operates 0 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 15 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Total Assets
$100K
Audited by The CPA Group, LLC for year ending December 31.
Cricket's Candy Creations Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Cricket's Candy Creations franchise ranges from $162,750 to $296,167, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Cricket's Candy Creations charges a royalty fee of 7% of your gross sales of gross sales, plus a 1% of your gross sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Cricket's Candy Creations Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Cricket's Candy Creations to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Cricket's Candy Creations franchise owners report average revenue of $444K. This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Cricket's Candy Creations has been franchising since 2025. The FDD shows an investment range of $162,750-$296,167, a 7% of your gross sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $162,750 to $296,167 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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