Yes. We know what you’re thinking.
The summer is not the time for a big career decision or a significant investment. It’s for the beach and Aperol spritz or trips abroad to avoid the inevitable bad weather. But believe it or not, the summer period is the best time to begin your franchise journey – you have the downtime to research and make enquiries and take the annual leave to commit to meetings and writing business plans.
As we progress into the summer of 2025, Ireland’s franchise landscape continues to evolve, shaped by consumer demand, global trends, and economic resilience. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or an investor looking for the next big opportunity, keeping tabs on the most in-demand franchise industries can give you a competitive edge.
Without further ado, let’s take a closer a look at the Irish franchise industries that are making waves this June:
1. Food & Beverage: Quick-Service and Coffee Brands Surge
Unsurprisingly, the food and beverage sector is still the bedrock of Ireland’s franchise economy.
Quick-service restaurants (QSRs) and specialty coffee franchises are leading the charge. International names like Subway, Starbucks, and Chopped are still performing strongly and are leaders in the franchise field, but there's also a noticeable rise in homegrown brands such as Camile Thai and Esquires Coffee.
These franchises appeal not only because of their brand name recognition, but also due to their adaptability, sustainability, and allergen-conscious menus that attract an array of consumers.
2. Health & Fitness: Wellness Is Big Business
Driven by a continued focus on health and wellness post-pandemic, fitnessand health franchises are booming. According to Sport Ireland, 25% of young adults are gym members.
Additionally, more than 30% of sports club members took out new membership over the last three years, indicating that there is no slow down for the health and fitness industry.
F45 Training, Anytime Fitness, and Irish-owned Énergie Fitness are expanding aggressively in urban and suburban areas.
We’re also seeing growth in wellness services like cryotherapy, floatation therapy, and holistic treatment centres across the country with people increasingly looking for alternatives for their everyday health journey. Franchises that combine tech-driven diagnostics with personalised wellness plans are also particularly hot in 2025.
3. Childcare & Education: A Priority for Families
As the demand for reliable (not to mention affordable!) childcare and educational support services has surged over the last decade due to a growing population, franchises in early education (like Busy Bees and Kumon), after-school tutoring, and STEM learning centres are expanding fast in Dublin, Cork, and Galway and any county that has a high employment.
4. Home Services: Renovation and Eco-Friendly Upgrades
With the Irish property market remaining strong (Ireland’s residential property alone saw a staggering 71,822 transactions according to the Global Property Guide), home improvementand maintenance franchises are seeing significant traction as residents need upgrades and improvements to their newly purchases property. Brands focusing on renovations, cleaning, energy-efficient upgrades, and landscaping are in high demand and will continue to be so for the coming years.
Franchises like Dream Doors, OvenClean, and solar panel installation businesses are benefiting from sustainability incentives and increased consumer interest in green living.
5. Pet Services: A Growing Niche Market
Ireland’s love for pets shows no signs of slowing down. Pet grooming, training, and pet food delivery franchises are growing rapidly. Brands like Dial-A-Dog-Wash and Petstop are tapping into a pet care market projected to grow by over 10% in 2025 alone.
Premium services like mobile grooming units and pet physiotherapy are helping franchisees differentiate in this expanding niche.
So, what are you waiting for?
So don’t let the summer months pass you by without action!
Take a look at some of profitable opportunities and find your dream franchise to set up for success.