Upstairs Circus

Upstairs Circus is a creative entertainment franchise that blends hands-on DIY workshops — including building, painting, and crafting projects — with a full licensed bar experience, operating out of upbeat storefront locations that serve individuals, couples, corporate groups, and party planners.

Key Highlights

  • Rare fusion of craft workshop activity and a licensed bar drives memorable social experiences
  • Multiple revenue streams span walk-in sessions, private events, and corporate team-building bookings
  • In-house wholesale arm supplies all locations with DIY kits and materials directly
  • Proven operational model backed by training, supply chain, and ongoing franchisee support

Upstairs Circus stands out in the entertainment franchise space by turning creative crafting into a social occasion, fostering the repeat visits and strong word-of-mouth that sustain long-term business growth.

Just the Facts

For most current information, see Franchise Disclosure Documents

In Business Since
Number of Units
Min Liquid Capital
Required Networth
$$$Total Investment$240K – $591K

Upstairs Circus Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDD)

These official Upstairs Circus FDDs contain 23 sections of federally mandated disclosures such as franchisee obligations, franchisor litigation, and financial performance. FDD's are typically 100+ pages long and are critical to evaluate when researching a franchise.