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Franchising Experience

Learn More About Our Successful Franchise

Welcome to the Dairy Queen^® system, one of the most world-renowned food and treat companies that will treat you right, whether you’re a fan or one of our valued franchisees. With a name that set the pace for food franchising many years ago, we’ve made great strides since our doors first opened in 1940.

Over the past 80 years, we’ve been able to satisfy millions of loyal customers and franchisees around the world while preserving our legendary heritage. We’re proud to be ranked 6^th in Entrepreneur Magazine’s Franchise 500 for 2017 and have 95% consumer brand recognition.

A Nostalgic Experience

With the opening of 1,346 new stores between 1947 and 1950, we set a record-breaking pace and are proud to be one of the largest food systems in the world. Our franchisees love what they do and the relationships they have with our corporate support team. The Dairy Queen^® brand offers the thrilling experience and resources you need along with the comfort and recognition of a world-famous brand.

Our goal is to give every Dairy Queen^® franchisee the same success story so they can become part of our timeless tradition and create excellent customer experiences for DQ^® fans around the world.