About Nana's Wonderland Franchise
Nana's Wonderland is an indoor playground, café, and lounge franchise designed for parents and children ages 0-8 years old.
Franchisees operate kid-friendly play spaces that offer a wide range of services including supervised classes, drop-off childcare, afterschool programs, birthday party services, and a café for parents to relax while their children play.
The target customers are families with young children seeking a safe, engaging, and entertaining environment that combines play, education, and convenience for both kids and parents.
Nana's Wonderland Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$370K
Average Investment
$645K
Maximum Investment
$920K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Greater of $1,500 or 1.5% of Gross Revenues | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $370,000 – $920,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $370K–$920K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (Greater of $1,500 or 1.5% of Gross Revenues) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Training (Transportation and Lodging) | $3,000 | $4,500 |
| Rent, Prepaids and Security Deposit (3 months) | $25,500 | $45,000 |
| Construction of Leasehold Improvements | $50,000 | $400,000 |
| Architect and Interior Design | $5,000 | $12,500 |
| Furniture, Fixtures, and Décor | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $8,000 | $16,000 |
| Signage | $10,000 | $20,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $725 | $1,250 |
| Professional Fees | $1,275 | $1,500 |
| Equipment, TVs, Cameras, Internet, Phones, and Computers | $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Business Insurance (3 months) | $2,500 | $4,500 |
| Equipment | $150,000 | $245,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $4,000 | $8,000 |
| Additional Funds for First 3 Months | $50,000 | $86,750 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of the then current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | One-time onboarding fee of $100 plus $18 per month per email account/user |
| Audit Fee | Cost of inspection plus underpayment amount plus interest at lesser of 1.5% per month or highest rate allowed by law |
| POS and Software Fees | $250 per month plus transaction costs |
| Additional Training | $250 per person per day |
| National Franchise Convention Fee | $500 |
| Insufficient Funds | $75 per occurrence |
| Interest Fee | Lesser of 1.5% per month or highest commercial contract interest rate allowed by law |
| Upgrade Oversight Fee | 15% of the cost of furnishing and installing upgrades |
| Insurance | Varies |
| Indemnity | Actual amount of loss or expense incurred |
| Costs and Attorney Fees | Actual costs incurred |
| Assistance in Event of Death or Disability | Actual costs incurred |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 40 hours total (32 hours classroom, 8 hours on-the-job) |
| Classroom Training | 32 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 8 hours |
| Training Location | Little Neck, NY |
| Additional Training | $250 per person per day at franchisor's location, or $250 per person per day plus travel costs at franchisee's location. Franchisor may require up to 2 ongoing training sessions per calendar year. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | 7-mile radius of approved location |
| Description | Franchisor will not establish another franchised business within a 7-mile radius of the franchisee's approved location. No other franchised business may service customers within the territory without written consent. This prohibition includes the franchisor and its affiliates. However, franchisor reserves the right to use other channels of distribution such as the Internet, mail order, or catalog sales. Franchisee may not sell outside the territory or use Internet/mail order/catalog sales without written approval. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 10 years (successive terms) |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of the then current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Written notice of intent to renew 9-12 months prior to end of term; substantial compliance with franchise agreement during entire term; all monetary obligations satisfied; sign then-current franchise agreement (which may contain materially different terms); refurbish/remodel premises and replace equipment to current standards; execute general release; pay renewal fee; meet then-current qualifications and training requirements. |
| Transfer Fee | 50% of the then current initial franchise fee |
| Transfer Conditions | Prior written approval required; all obligations paid; not in default; transferee meets management, business, and financial standards; transferee signs then-current franchise agreement; transfer fee paid; assets refurbished/remodeled; general releases signed; right of first refusal declined by franchisor; transferee completes training. |
| Termination for Cause | Non-curable defaults include: failure to establish/open business; failure to complete training; loss of required licenses for 5+ business days; material misrepresentation; felony conviction; unauthorized use of trade secrets; abandonment for 5+ days; unauthorized transfer; insolvency; repeated breaches (3 in 12 months). Curable defaults: 30 days for general defaults; 10 days for insurance failures; 5 days for payment failures. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | May not offer competitive business services within 25 miles of former Nana's Wonderland location or any other Nana's Wonderland business in existence at time of termination/expiration. May not solicit customers or business associates. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Franchisee or a fully-trained Designated Manager approved by franchisor must participate personally in the direct operation of the franchised business. On-premises supervision by the designated owner is not required. The Designated Manager must devote not less than 40 hours per week to the business. |
| Required Suppliers | Nana's Wonderland Inc. (affiliate) is the only approved supplier of logoed uniforms, socks, mascot plushies, wristbands, balloons, arch frame, and arch covers. Computer hardware/software, furniture, fixtures, equipment, signs, and insurance must meet franchisor specifications. |
| Supply Restrictions | Required purchases and leases estimated at 60-75% of overall purchases. All advertising content must be approved by franchisor. Alternate suppliers may be approved upon written request within 30 days. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor may but does not currently derive revenue from required purchases or leases. No supplier rebates received in fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee any promissory note, lease or other obligation you may make to others. |
Nana's Wonderland Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Nana's Wonderland does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Nana's Wonderland does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Nana's Wonderland Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordNana's Wonderland 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.
Nana's Wonderland System Growth
Total Units
3
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
3
Nana's Wonderland currently operates 0 franchised locations and 3 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Nana's Wonderland Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Nana's Wonderland franchise ranges from $370,000 to $920,000, 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.
Nana's Wonderland charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a Greater of $1,500 or 1.5% of Gross Revenues contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Nana's Wonderland 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 Nana's Wonderland to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Nana's Wonderland does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Nana's Wonderland has been franchising since 2025. The FDD shows an investment range of $370,000-$920,000, a 6% of Gross Revenues royalty, and no 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 $370,000 to $920,000 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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