Each Rainbow Snow franchisee receives an exclusive, custom-designed territory with a population of approximately 100,000 people. This exclusivity ensures that you have a dedicated market to grow your business without competition from other Rainbow Snow franchises.

Your territory boundaries remain fixed, even if the population within the area increases significantly. This stability offers long-term growth potential for your business and the assurance of a that your market area will not change over time.

Yes! Franchisees who successfully manage their Rainbow Snow business for a specified period may have the opportunity to expand their existing territory by either adding more contiguous zip codes or purchasing an entirely new protected territory.

This allows you to grow your business gradually over time, increasing your market reach and profitability while continuing to benefit from the support and resources provided by Rainbow Snow.

Yes! Many territories have so much demand for shaved ice they may need additional Arcos just to keep up! Franchisees who successfully manage their businesses for a specified period can expand their operations by adding more Arcos within their existing territory.

This allows you to grow your business potential inside of the geographic market you already know and love.

The initial investment for a Rainbow Snow franchise ranges from $99,250 to $122,750. This includes the franchise fee, the Arco and equipment, initial inventory, and other startup expenses.

Rainbow Snow is proud to offer one of the most competitive cost entry points in the shaved ice franchise market, while delivering the same great business opportunity.

The initial franchise fee for Rainbow Snow is $25,000. This fee is due at signing the Franchise Agreement and grants you access to operate under the Rainbow Snow brand and access to our proprietary operating system.

We provide a white glove, turn-key business package that includes everything you need to get going – from the Arco mobile unit to supplies and on-site training. Our system ensures you hit the ground running and are supported every step of the way.

The total cost for the Arco Iris is $65,000. A deposit of $25,000 is due at signing the Franchise Agreement to begin construction.

This fee secures your place in the production queue and ensures that your Arco is built to meet the specific needs of your business. Upon delivery, the remaining $40,000 will be due. 

Rainbow Snow franchisees contribute 2% of their revenue to the national Marketing Fund and pay an 8% royalty. This structure aligns our interests with those of our franchise partners, incentivizing us to help maximize your sales potential.

The fees support continuous brand development, national and local marketing campaigns, and dedicated support from our experienced team.

Rainbow Snow businesses are uniquely positioned to offer earning potential that aligns with your lifestyle. While results can vary based on factors like location, market conditions, and weather, individual effort plays the most critical role in success. As a franchisor, we cannot predict or guarantee the revenue of any particular franchise, but we provide a valuable resource—the Arco Earnings Guide—to help you assess potential earnings based on key business factors.

The Arco Earnings Guide is a flexible tool designed to help franchisees align their operations with personal goals and market conditions. By adjusting key variables such as event participation, hours worked, pricing, and operating costs, you can explore different scenarios and understand how your efforts directly impact profitability. This tool empowers you to maximize earnings while maintaining the flexibility to tailor your business to your unique needs.

Reach out to franchise@rainbowsnow.com to receive our Arco Earnings Guide today!

Rainbow Snow franchisees benefit from remarkably low product costs and high profit margins for our shaved ice. Core ingredients like pre-made ice, sugar and sugar substitutes, concentrate, and serving supplies are cost-effective, allowing for excellent profitability with every sale.

And operating The Arco is equally efficient! Unlike traditional brick-and-mortar locations, The Arco avoids high rent and utility expenses. At the same time, it operates with far lower fuel, maintenance, and environmental costs compared to a full-scale food truck. With streamlined operations and minimal overhead, you can focus on maximizing revenue while keeping expenses under control.

Rainbow Snow does not provide direct financing, but there are many easy and accessible options available to finance your business. We can connect you with various financing partners and guide you through the process to make it as smooth as possible.

Click our Pre-Qualification Link, now to see what financing options you may qualify for, and schedule a free discovery day with our dedicated Guidant Finance Specialist to discuss common financing methods including: 401(k)/IRA rollovers (ROBS), home equity loans (HELOCs), SBA and traditional bank loans, private partnerships, crowdfunding, grants, and unsecured loans.

Each option offers unique benefits depending on your financial situation, and our team is here to help you navigate the best path for your business.