Funbox
FunBox Franchise, LLC offers franchises for qualified individuals to own and operate indoor or outdoor FunBox amusement parks featuring large-scale inflatable play equipment, interactive games, activities, goods, beverages, and related merchandise under proprietary marks like 'FunBox', 'FunBox Amusement Park', and 'World’s Biggest Bounce Park!'. The business model provides a uniform system including operational guidelines, training, marketing assistance, and specifications via confidential manuals, with franchisees handling development and operation in designated territories. Their target market is primarily children under 18 and families seeking family-oriented entertainment, competing with theme parks, arcades, and similar venues.
Disclaimer: This information was extracted using AI from public Franchise Disclosure Documents and should be independently verified. This is not financial or legal advice. Always review official FDD filings before making investment decisions.
Overview
Financial Requirements
8% royalty + no brand fund + no fixed monthly fees (Indoor: local ad spend req. greater of $1,000/wk or 2% Gross Revenue)
Franchise Stats
Financial Performance
Item 19 Financial Performance
Data Based On: 24 franchisee-owned outdoor locations open for the entire fiscal year 2023.
* Average and median gross revenue values are directly stated in the 'Financial Performance of Franchisee-Owned Outdoor Locations' table for 24 parks. No specific expense or profit breakdown is provided for these franchisee units, precluding the calculation or estimation of net income, net profit, EBITDA, or a profit range. Financial data for the affiliate-owned indoor park was not used for profit estimations due to differences in park type (indoor vs. outdoor) and revenue scale, making a direct comparison inappropriate.
Extracted Item 19 Section
How Funbox Compares to Other Family Entertainment Franchises
Key Insights
- Top 10 largest franchise system in Family Entertainment
- One of the lowest SBA loan default rates in Family Entertainment
| Franchise | Investment Range | Franchise Fee | Royalty | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Funbox Current | $647K - $1.5M | $75K | 8.0% | 34 |
| URBAN AIR ADVENTURE PARK | $3.1M - $8.4M | $100K | 7.0% | 193 |
| ALTITUDE TRAMPOLINE PARK | $1.6M - $3.0M | $50K | N/A | 69 |
| Escapology | $627K - $2.3M | $45K | 6.0% | 63 |
| Miss Teen USA | $24K - $1.2M | N/A | N/A | 51 |
| Pump It Up | $104K - $661K | $30K | 6.0% | 42 |
Family Entertainment Average 16 franchises | $978K - $2.3M | $53K | 6.6% | - |
* Comparison based on latest FDD filings. Investment ranges from Item 7, fees from Item 5. Showing top 5 of 16 Family Entertainment franchises by location count.
Locations & Growth
Outlet Growth Over Time
Total outlets at end of each year
Geographic Distribution (2023)
Outlets by state across the United States
SBA Loan History
Historical SBA 7(a) loan data for Funbox franchisees (2023 - 2025)
Loans by Year
* Data sourced from SBA 7(a) FOIA loan records. Default rate calculated from charged-off loans.
Franchisee Contacts
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Due Diligence
Litigation (Item 3)
No litigation involving franchisees reported in the FDD.
Bankruptcy (Item 4)
No bankruptcy history reported in the FDD.
System Health (Item 20)
Franchise system changes reported in the most recent fiscal year
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to open a Funbox franchise?
The total initial investment to open a Funbox franchise ranges from $647,000 to $1,505,000. This includes a franchise fee of $75,000. Ongoing royalty fees are 8.0% of gross sales.
How much revenue does a Funbox franchise make?
According to the 2024 FDD, the average gross revenue for a Funbox franchise is $470,770. The median revenue is $424,948.
How many Funbox franchise locations are there?
As of the 2024 FDD, Funbox has 34 franchise locations. The company has been franchising since 2022.
Can you get an SBA loan for a Funbox franchise?
Yes, SBA loans are available for Funbox franchises. Historical data shows 13 SBA 7(a) loans have been approved for Funbox franchisees, with an average loan amount of $376,662. The historical default rate is 0.0%.
Is Funbox a good franchise to buy?
Funbox shows several positive indicators: transparent financial performance data (Item 19), low SBA loan default rate. However, franchise success depends on many factors including location, local market conditions, and owner involvement. We recommend speaking with existing franchisees and consulting with a franchise attorney before making a decision.
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