Franchise & licensing

Start Your Own Snow Cone Trailer Business

Low startup cost. High-margin treats. A complete, proven snow cone & shaved-ice business in a trailer, plus all the software to run it. Bring Kicking2Cones to your town.

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Why a snow cone business?

A mobile snow cone or shaved-ice trailer is one of the simplest, most fun businesses you can own. No storefront rent. Low overhead. Treats that cost a little and sell for a lot. And demand is everywhere, festivals, fairs, ball tournaments, school and church events, graduation parties, and neighborhood pop-ups all season long.

πŸ’Έ High margins

Snow cones, shaved ice, dirty sodas and lemonade are inexpensive to make and a crowd favorite, strong profit on every cup.

🚚 Low overhead

No building to rent. You take the business to where the crowds already are.

πŸ“… Work the events you want

Part-time or full-season. You choose the gigs that fit your life.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Family friendly

A wholesome, community-loved business the whole family can run together.

You don't just get a trailer, you get the whole system

This is what makes Kicking2Cones different. Most people who start a snow cone business are on their own with a cash box and a notebook. You get a complete, modern toolkit built for exactly this business:

πŸ“± Online ordering app

Customers browse your menu, customize, and order ahead for pickup.

🧾 Owner dashboard (CRM)

Run orders, menu, inventory, staff schedules, time clock, and reports from your phone.

πŸ“‘ AI Event Finder

It searches the web for festivals and events near you, checks they are real, finds the organizer's contact, and even drafts the email, so you stay booked.

🎟️ Loyalty & reviews

Punch-card loyalty, customer reviews, and a "vote on the next flavor" feature to keep folks coming back.

🌐 Your own website

A branded marketing site and blog, ready to go, so you look professional from day one.

🍧 Proven brand & menu

The Kicking2Cones name, recipes, and signature Cowgirl Cones, dirty sodas and lemonades.

How it works

Tell us about you. Fill out the quick form below, your name, your town, and a little about your goals.
We map out the plan. We will talk through what it costs, what is available in your area, and what makes sense for you.
We set you up. Brand, menu, trailer guidance, your website, the ordering app, and your owner dashboard, all configured for your town.
You start selling. Open for orders, let the Event Finder line up gigs, and grow your snow cone business.

Snow cone business FAQ

How much does it cost to start a snow cone business?

A mobile trailer costs a small fraction of opening a brick-and-mortar shop, no rent and low overhead. Your exact startup depends on your trailer and equipment choices, and we walk you through the real numbers when you reach out.

Do I need experience?

No. You get the recipes, the menu, the brand, and simple software that runs the day to day, so first-time owners can get going quickly.

What is included?

The Kicking2Cones brand and menu plus the full platform: a customer ordering app, an owner dashboard (CRM) for orders, staff and inventory, the AI Event Finder for bookings, loyalty, and a marketing website.

How does it make money?

Snow cones and shaved ice carry very high margins, and a trailer can work festivals, fairs, tournaments, school and church events, and parties all season. The built-in Event Finder helps you stay booked.

What areas are available?

We are expanding into new towns and regions. Tell us where you are and we will let you know about availability near you.

See if a Kicking2Cones is right for your town

No pressure and no commitment, just tell us a little about you and we will reach out with the details.