Why Cork & Candles?
Three reasons franchise partners thrive in the Cork & Candles family — and why our concept is one of the most compelling experiential opportunities in retail today.
The Experience
A hospitality concept that turns first-time guests into regulars and ordinary nights into milestones.
The Purpose
Where Friends Gather is the brand promise. Your franchise becomes the place your community returns to.
The Process
A tested playbook for wax, fragrance, hiring, and operations — so you put your energy into guests, not chemistry.
A right-sized investment in experiential retail.
Our franchise model is designed for entrepreneurs and couples who want a hands-on, community-rooted business — not a remote, anonymous unit.
$225,000+
Initial Investment
$60,000+
Recommended Liquidity
3+
Current Locations
Real partners. Real stories.
Meet some of the people building Cork & Candles in their communities.
Chris & Tia Holloway
Franchisee
Bob & Mary Kirk
Franchisee
Let’s explore the opportunity together.
Share a few details about yourself and a member of our franchise team will be in touch within 1–2 business days. We’ll walk you through The Experience, The Purpose, and The Process — and answer any questions you have.