About Play Street Museum Franchise
Play Street Museum is an upscale, educationally-focused children's museum franchise targeted primarily to children eight years of age and under.
Franchisees operate permanent retail locations in Class A shopping centers, typically ranging from 2,500 to 5,000 square feet, offering public open play, private birthday parties, special events, classes, and upscale retail space.
The concept is an "edutainment" model providing superior quality play and educational experiences to young children and their families in a thematic and interactive environment.
Play Street Museum Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$483K
Average Investment
$621K
Maximum Investment
$760K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 7% of Gross Sales (Marketing Contribution) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $482,741 – $759,920 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $483K–$760K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (7% of Gross Sales (Marketing Contribution)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Lease/Rent | $27,000 | $54,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $158,534 | $280,084 |
| Equipment | $9,600 | $10,200 |
| Furniture and Fixtures | $147,357 | $208,295 |
| Computer Hardware and Software | $3,900 | $5,000 |
| Inventory | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Supplies | $36,000 | $44,000 |
| Interior and Exterior Signage | $12,000 | $18,000 |
| Market Introduction Program | $12,000 | $20,000 |
| Insurance | $3,500 | $9,341 |
| Labor and Training Expenses | $3,000 | $8,000 |
| Business Licenses | $200 | $500 |
| Professional Fees | $8,500 | $10,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 Months) | $10,000 | $30,000 |
| Security Deposits | $1,150 | $2,500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 25% of then-current initial franchise fee (not less than $10,000) plus $5,000 for training plus any broker or commission fees |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of then-current initial franchise fee (not less than $10,000) |
| Technology Fee | $496-$699 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of the audit |
| Interest on Overdue Payments | 1.5% per month or maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is less |
| Bank Fee | Fees imposed by bank plus $25 per event |
| Securities Offering | $10,000 or such greater amount as necessary |
| Relocation Fee | $5,000 or greater amount as necessary |
| Convention Fee | Currently $0, may increase up to $1,500 per participant |
| Costs and Attorneys' Fees | Will vary under circumstances |
| Cost of Defense | Will vary under circumstances |
| Inspection and Product Testing Charge | Will not exceed reasonable cost of inspection and actual cost of test |
| Indemnity | Will vary under circumstances |
| Additional Training Fee | $500 per day per trainer |
| Additional and Replacement Training | $5,000 for each additional individual |
| Lost Future Royalties | Average monthly royalty fees for previous 12 months multiplied by lesser of 36 or months remaining in term |
| Unauthorized Advertising Fee | Minimum of $1,000 per occurrence |
| Unauthorized Item in Retail or Exhibit Area | Minimum of $500 per occurrence |
| Non-designated Real Estate Broker Fee | $5,000 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 18 hours classroom, 26 hours on-the-job training |
| Classroom Training | 18 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 26 hours |
| Training Location | One of our company-owned Locations, or at our corporate headquarters in Plano, Texas, or by remote conference or independent study |
| Additional Training | Seven weeks of virtual training (one 2-hour live session per week with assigned self learning), five days of in-person training at headquarters or another location, and up to three days of support at your Location. Additional refresher courses, seminars, and training programs as periodically required. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Minimum population of 10,000 children aged 0-9 as determined by U.S. Census data |
| Description | Protected Territory where franchisor will not establish or license another Location within the territory during the term of the Franchise Agreement. Size varies based on location and population density and demographics. However, franchisor reserves all other rights including selling through other channels, operating at Major Events, and operating other brands. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of then-current initial franchise fee (not less than $10,000) |
| Renewal Conditions | Notice, improvements to Franchised Business, satisfaction of monetary obligations throughout term, compliance with Franchise Agreement, release, execute new Franchise Agreement, pay renewal fee, training, and others. New agreement may contain materially different terms and conditions. |
| Transfer Fee | 25% of then-current initial franchise fee (not less than $10,000) plus $5,000 for training plus any applicable broker or commission fees |
| Transfer Conditions | Compliance with existing franchise agreement, a release, buyer's signature of new Franchise Agreement, payment of transfer fee, and others per §§ 16.5.1-16.5.10 of the Franchise Agreement. Franchisor has right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | Default under the Franchise Agreement, bankruptcy, abandonment, conviction of felony, and other grounds per § 17 of the Franchise Agreement |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | Two-year prohibition within a 10-mile radius of the Location and any other PSM Location under the System on engaging in any business which: (a) is a play or party facility focused on children's education and entertainment activities, events or classes; or (b) manufactures, distributes, offers, or sells any products, services, exhibits, play structures or other items that are the same as or similar to those used, offered or sold in connection with a PSM Location. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | The Franchise Agreement does not require you to participate personally in the direct operation of the Location, although active participation is encouraged. You or your Operating Principal must devote full time, energy, and best efforts to the management of the Location. If a corporation or partnership, an Operating Principal must hold a 10% ownership interest and must supervise the operation. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase all Products only from approved suppliers. PSM Supply, LLC (affiliate) is the sole approved supplier for party canvases, proprietary sensory kits, slime mix-ins, activity kits, certain retail products and miscellaneous craft items. Approximately 80% of total product purchases in establishing the business and 30% in continuing operation come from designated suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | Must buy all Products only from suppliers approved in writing by franchisor. Must sell only those Products and services approved in writing. Cannot deviate from standards and specifications. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor did not receive any revenues from franchisee purchases, but affiliate PSM Supply received $1,652,498 from franchisee purchases in FY2025 (100% of Supply's total revenues). Franchisor received Allowances from suppliers of up to 15% of the cost of products. |
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 obligation. |
Play Street Museum Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$407K
Median Revenue
$373K
Revenue Range
$167K – $1.4M
Sample Size
22 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Play Street Museum Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordPlay Street Museum 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.
Play Street Museum System Growth
Total Units
30
Franchised
28
Company-Owned
2
Play Street Museum currently operates 28 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2 | 0 | 14 |
| 2024 | 8 | 0 | 22 |
| 2025 | 6 | 0 | 28 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: AR, CO, GA, IL, MD, MO, NY, OR, TX, VA, WA, CA, FL, NJ
Play Street Museum Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Play Street Museum franchise ranges from $482,741 to $759,920, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Play Street Museum charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a 7% of Gross Sales (Marketing Contribution) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Play Street Museum 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 Play Street Museum to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Play Street Museum franchise owners report average revenue of $407K and median revenue of $373K. This is based on a sample of 22 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Play Street Museum has been franchising since 2016. The FDD shows an investment range of $482,741-$759,920, a 6% of 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 $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $482,741 to $759,920 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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