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This is a well-established event production company specializing in the multi-family & luxury apartment markets, plus corporate events! They are known as one of the most respected event production firms in the field. They specialize in high-impact, community and corporate building experiences and their services include: ● Signature Events (80% of revenue): Turnkey seasonal celebrations, resident activations, and custom experiences tailored to apartment communities — lease-ups, grand openings, and leasing prospect events. ● Premium Rentals (15%): Branded decor, interactive stations, and modular setups for events of all sizes. ● Holiday Lobby Decor (2%): Elegant, scalable lobby installations that elevate property ambiance and resident satisfaction. ● Marketing & Gifting Solutions: Branded giveaways, welcome kits, and promotional activations that drive engagement and retention. They have successfully produced over 5,000 events in the last 16 years throughout Southern California and they are positioned to expand to San Francisco and beyond. Scaling nationwide offers potential for growth as well. This is a perfect business for those in the special events, catering and or rental industry. Plus, the business can be relocated if desired. The company excels at delivering a personalized, concierge-style service by visiting apartment communities directly. This hands-on approach had built trust, ensures repeat business, and has strengthened long-term relationships with property managers and regional directors throughout So. California. Facility & Lease Terms: Square Feet: 1,600. Monthly Rent: $2,400. The lease expires December 1, 2025, with an option to extend. We will assist the buyer with the lease assignment or with negotiations to secure a new lease. Business Hours:-Monday-Friday 8AM to 3 PM. Skills or Licenses Required to Operate the Business Health Department Certifications, Food Handling & Bartending. Employees and Management One full-time, 5 part-time, plus 10 contractors. One owner serves as the Event Coordinator and one as the Sales Director. There is also an executive assistant, sales and events coordinator, plus an inventory, training and warehouse manager. Some employees have food and beverage experience, plus ServSafe food handler cards and RBS or TIPS certificates. Ideal clients include: multi-family housing communities, HOAs and residential associations, corporate clients seeking employee engagement or branded activations. Don't miss this great opportunity!
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Iconic Midwest Downtown Music, Food, Drinks & Arts Festival – Primed for Expansion A rare chance to acquire a major multi-day urban festival drawing more than 130,000 attendees annually. An established, high-visibility event that remains significantly under-monetized and ready for a step-change in earnings. Rooted in decades of brand equity, the festival is one of the region’s most recognized cultural institutions, backed by strong civic partnerships and a seasoned management team that is willing to remain in place following a sale. For professional operators, private investors, or family offices seeking a scalable, culturally significant asset, this opportunity offers immediate profitability and substantial upside via modernized admission strategy, expanded sponsorship revenue, and premium on-site experiences. Key Highlights: - 75,000+ annual attendance - Profitable, scalable model - Significant revenue growth potential - Committed financial support from local units of government - Strong partnerships with local permitting authorities - Management team available to remain post-sale
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Highly-Successful Longstanding Destination Dining & Entertainment Venue - With Property! "The Asking Price Includes A Well-Maintained Property With Substantial Prior Capital Investment" A rare opportunity to acquire one of Chicagoland’s premier destination dining and live entertainment venues. The combined businesses generate approximately $7.67M million in gross sales, demonstrating its strong and stable performance. Facility Highlights: • Freestanding, high-visibility commercial property included in the sale • Large building footprint with multiple distinct yet connected concepts under one roof • Spacious full-service restaurant and bar areas with flexible seating configurations • Expansive four-season patio • Dedicated live music/entertainment venue with professional stage, lighting and sound systems • Built-in infrastructure for large-scale events and entertainment programming • Private event spaces ideal for corporate functions, weddings and social gatherings • Ability to host simultaneous revenue-generating experiences • Ample on-site parking supporting high-capacity operations • Well-maintained property with substantial prior capital investment Offered at $8,500,000 for the combined businesses and real estate, this turnkey operation delivers exceptional brand recognition, well established systems, multiple revenue streams, significant historical performance and additional growth potential through extended programming and service expansion. Diversified Revenue Streams: • Full-service dining (lunch, dinner, weekends) • High-energy bar with craft cocktails and an extensive wine list • Nightlife sales • Live entertainment/ticketed shows • Private events and group bookings • Catering and special events The combination of food, beverage and entertainment creates a powerful, destination-style concept that performs across multiple dayparts and customer segments! Prime retail space in a striking freestanding building with ample parking. In a highly desirable Chicagoland market with strong discretionary spending, repeat local clientele and regional draw for dining and live entertainment. Location Highlights: • Prominent positioning along a major corridor with strong traffic counts • Immediate access to/from major commuter routes and regional thoroughfares • Proximity to retail corridors, corporate offices and residential communities • Strong surrounding household incomes and discretionary spending power • Consistent draw from both local clientele and destination visitors • Established reputation as a go-to dining and entertainment destination in the market This is a HIGHLY confidential listing. If interested, please email Ted Aretos at [email protected] or call 815-761-8334 for more information. Additional information provided to well qualified buyers upon NDA execution, proof of funds and the ability to demonstrate that they have a minimum of $1.7M liquid.
This Indoor Playland & Playground is a well-established indoor children’s entertainment and party venue located in the growing area of Mustang, Oklahoma market. This turnkey business offers a safe, clean, and engaging environment where families gather for open play, birthday parties, group events, and private rentals year-round—regardless of weather. The business has built a strong local reputation as a go-to destination for young families, daycare groups, and birthday celebrations, benefiting from consistent demand for indoor family entertainment in the surrounding community. Its repeat customer base and word-of-mouth referrals create a steady flow of bookings and walk-in traffic. Revenue is primarily driven through birthday party packages, admission-based play, memberships, concessions and special events. The facility layout is designed for efficient operations, allowing staff to manage daily activities and events with minimal complexity. Significant upside remains for a new owner or operator who chooses to expand marketing efforts, increase group and corporate bookings, add themed events, or develop strategic partnerships with schools, churches, and local organizations. There is also opportunity to enhance digital advertising, social media presence, and off-peak utilization to further grow revenue. This is an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or investor seeking a fun, community-focused business with strong emotional appeal, recurring demand drivers, and scalable growth potential in the family entertainment sector.
This established indoor playground and family entertainment center presents a compelling acquisition opportunity in Oklahoma City's thriving family recreation market. Operating continuously since 2018, the business has demonstrated consistent growth and market penetration, culminating in a strategic relocation to accommodate expanding customer demand. The enterprise operates from a professionally designed 12,000 square foot facility strategically positioned within the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. The venue features comprehensive entertainment infrastructure including multi-level play structures, age-segmented recreational zones for toddlers and older children, arcade gaming systems, dedicated private party facilities, and a full-service food and beverage operation. Revenue generation occurs through diversified streams including general admission fees, private party bookings, facility rentals, food service operations, arcade gaming, and membership program subscriptions. This multi-channel approach provides revenue stability and reduces dependency on single income sources. Operational systems include integrated family check-in technology, comprehensive safety protocols, and structured staff supervision procedures. These systems ensure consistent service delivery while maintaining the secure environment essential for family-oriented businesses. The business maintains strong community market positioning as a preferred venue for birthday celebrations, family recreational activities, and group events. Brand recognition and customer loyalty have been cultivated through consistent service delivery and community engagement initiatives. This opportunity suits multi-unit family entertainment operators seeking geographic expansion, first-time business owners requiring turnkey operations, or investors targeting the stable children's recreational services sector. The business model demonstrates scalability potential and consistent community demand characteristics typical of successful family entertainment enterprises.
Established Family Entertainment Enterprise - Dual Location Operation This proven entertainment business operates two strategically positioned facilities in high-traffic suburban Oklahoma markets, serving the family entertainment sector with consistent operational performance over multiple years. The enterprise has developed a sustainable business model centered on experience-based services, generating reliable revenue streams through repeat clientele, group events, and community engagement. Financial Performance: The business demonstrates strong financial metrics with annual revenue of $700,000 and Seller's Discretionary Earnings of $200,000, representing a solid earnings multiple at the $650,000 acquisition price. The established revenue base reflects consistent market demand and operational efficiency across both locations. Operational Infrastructure: The company maintains streamlined operations supported by trained personnel and established operational systems. Both facilities benefit from favorable demographic positioning in growing markets with strong visibility and accessibility. The business has developed comprehensive digital marketing infrastructure including social media presence and professional website platform. The dual-location model has proven successful, demonstrating scalable unit economics and operational replicability. Growth Opportunities: Expansion potential exists through geographic market development into additional Oklahoma markets and neighboring states. Revenue enhancement opportunities include increased corporate event bookings, private party services, enhanced digital marketing initiatives, membership program development, operational hour optimization, and strategic pricing adjustments. The proven operational model presents potential for franchising or licensing expansion. Investment Highlights: • Established dual-location entertainment business with proven track record • Strong financial performance with $700,000 combined annual revenue • Streamlined operations with trained staff and established systems • Strategic locations in growing suburban markets with limited competition • Scalable business model suitable for regional expansion • Comprehensive digital marketing platform and social media presence This acquisition opportunity represents a turnkey entertainment business with immediate cash flow generation and substantial growth potential. The established operational infrastructure and proven market demand provide a solid foundation for continued expansion under new ownership. Confidential transaction. Additional financial and operational documentation available to qualified buyers upon execution of non-disclosure agreement.
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A rare opportunity to acquire a highly regarded, family-run Italian-American restaurant and banquet facility in Hartford County, Connecticut. Owned by the same family for nearly half a century, the business has become a community institution, known for consistent quality and value, with many regulars dining more than once a week. Gross revenue is approximately $1.8 million. THE BUSINESS The menu covers a broad range of Italian and American favorites, with choice-grade meats and sauces and soups made from scratch daily. Monthly prix-fixe specials drive repeat visits, and menu prices sit below the local market, leaving room for measured increases. Banquets and private functions are a second major revenue stream: showers, anniversaries, memorials, small weddings and off-site catering. The floor plan can be divided to host several private parties at once while still serving a la carte guests. Unlike many competitors that require minimum headcounts, this venue welcomes smaller groups, a large and underserved part of the local events market. Key kitchen and bar staff have been in place for 20 to 30 years, and employees handle most day-to-day duties other than event bookings. The retiring owners will provide training for a smooth transition. GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES - Restore lunch service, a strong daypart before 2020 that customers regularly ask for - Open Mondays (currently closed except for booked functions); the seller estimates lunch and Mondays could lift sales 25-30% with most staff already in place - Marketing: minimal current spend, with a website, social media and an established email list to build on - Population growth: substantial new housing, including new neighborhoods and hundreds of apartment units, is under construction in the immediate trade area - Pricing: below-market menu prices FACILITY & REAL ESTATE Freestanding building of approximately 5,800 sq ft on roughly one acre with about 100 parking spaces. Fire occupancy of approximately 270; dining room seats up to 150, plus a bar and lounge seating about 62 and about 15 at the bar. Full cellar, and two residential apartments on the second floor. The real estate is owned free and clear by a seller affiliate and is available to lease (approx. $8,500/month) or purchase TBD. HOW TO REQUEST INFORMATION To protect the business, its employees and its customers, the name and location are released only to qualified buyers who have signed a Non-Disclosure Agreement. Submit an inquiry through this listing and you will receive our NDA and Buyer Profile by email (please check your spam/junk folder). Once both signed documents are received, we will send the full Confidential Information Memorandum. Information provided by the seller is believed to be reliable but is not guaranteed. Buyers should verify all information during due diligence.
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Turnkey Production Brewery, Restaurant & Entertainment Venue - Historic Downtown Kenosha, WI! "In The Beautifully Restored Iconic Barden Building On 58th St & 7th Ave" Your chance to acquire one of Southeastern Wisconsin's most impressive hospitality properties at a fraction of its replacement cost. This extraordinary turnkey brewery, restaurant & entertainment venue inside one of downtown Kenosha's most iconic historic buildings and includes virtually all furniture, fixtures, equipment & brewing assets needed to launch your own concept immediately. The business is currently closed, allowing a new owner the rare opportunity to step into a fully built-out hospitality venue without assuming an existing concept. The amazing property was thoughtfully designed as far more than a traditional brewery. It was built to function as a community gathering place featuring a spacious taproom, full-service restaurant, private event space, music venue, commercial kitchen, production brewery, offices, storage areas & loading dock, creating multiple potential revenue streams under one roof. Whether your vision is a brewery, gastropub, tavern, distillery, sports bar, entertainment venue, event center or an entirely new concept, the infrastructure is already in place to dramatically reduce startup costs & shorten your timeline to opening. Guests are welcomed into an impressive space highlighted by soaring ceilings, exposed historic architecture, generous seating, a large full-service bar, flexible dining areas & an inviting atmosphere designed for everything from casual dining to private events, live entertainment & community gatherings. The building's historic character blends beautifully with modern hospitality improvements, creating an experience that simply cannot be replicated. One of this offering's greatest values is the extensive equipment package included in the sale. The price includes an impressive collection of brewery production equipment, commercial kitchen equipment, bar equipment, furniture, fixtures & other operating assets with an estimated replacement value well in excess of the asking price. For an entrepreneur considering building a brewery or restaurant from scratch, the savings can easily reach hundreds of thousands of dollars while eliminating months of permitting/construction. The premises were specifically set up for operation as a bar, restaurant, music venue & brewery production facility complete with offices, loading dock & storage spaces. This multi-purpose-built configuration provides tremendous flexibility for a wide variety of concepts while offering functionality rarely found in existing hospitality spaces. Prime corner retail space in the beautifully restored historic Barden Building, one of Downtown Kenosha's landmark commercial buildings at the corner of 58th St & 7th Ave. Perfectly situated in the heart of Downtown Kenosha, this highly visible location enjoys outstanding exposure within one of Wisconsin's fastest-growing lakefront downtown districts. The property sits just blocks from Lake Michigan, Kenosha Harbor, the marina, museums, streetcar line, HarborPark, HarborMarket & Simmons Island Beach as well as dozens of locally owned restaurants, entertainment venues & shops. Downtown Kenosha continues to attract both year-round residents & significant seasonal tourism, with numerous festivals, events, concerts & community celebrations bringing thousands of visitors into the district throughout the year. This vibrant setting creates exceptional opportunities for lunch, dinner, nightlife, special events & catering. The surrounding area also benefits from continued downtown redevelopment, Carthage College, University of Wisconsin-Parkside, nearby corp employers & a strong residential population, in addition to Metra service providing convenient access from Milwaukee, Chicago & northern IL, making the location attractive to both locals & visitors alike. Listed By Tim Ryan at EatZ & Associates
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Business Overview: An extraordinary opportunity to acquire a legendary, highly acclaimed restaurant, bar, and lifestyle concept rooted throughout the heart of the Greater Kansas City metro area. Famous for its signature menu, and vibrant atmosphere, this institution has established deep brand equity across the region. Operating with an experienced management team in place, the business offers an owner-operator or strategic investor a turnkey, highly profitable operation with immediate expansion potential. Key Investment Highlights:3 Diversified Revenue Locations: Includes two high-performing company-operated brick-and-mortar restaurants (a trendy urban arts-district hub and a high-income suburban downtown venue) plus a fully contracted, hassle-free location at the Kansas City International Airport. Multiple Stream Revenue Model: Robust, multi-channel income generated through dine-in seating, high-margin craft bar sales, takeout, direct and third-party delivery, large-scale event catering (weddings/corporate), and hands-off airport royalties. Event-Driven & Live Entertainment Hub: Renowned for hosting regular live music, pop-up events, and private events, generating substantial foot traffic and spike-period beverage sales. Turnkey Infrastructure & Operations: Features fully equipped commercial kitchens, a private event mezzanine, dedicated delivery/catering fleet vehicles, and comprehensive POS/scheduling systems. Strong Workforce & Continuity: Day-to-day operations, scheduling, and ordering are expertly managed by experienced key personnel and general managers, ensuring a seamless ownership transition.
An opportunity exists to acquire a well-established, multi-location indoor family entertainment business operating under a nationally recognized franchise brand. The company has built a strong reputation for providing year-round entertainment, birthday celebrations, group events, memberships, and community engagement across two growing Ohio markets. This turnkey operation offers diversified revenue streams, experienced management, established operating systems, and significant capital investment already in place, creating an attractive platform for continued growth.
National transaction benchmarks for entertainment and recreation business businesses.
Under $500K
$500K to $2M
Over $2M
A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.
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Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating entertainment and recreation business acquisitions.
Courses, lanes, docks, and venues carry expensive, deferrable maintenance — a typical 18-hole course alone runs $400K–$900K a year in upkeep. Get the land and equipment assessed on their own.
Liquor, gaming, and entertainment licenses are often the most valuable and most fragile part of the deal and may not pass automatically.
Weather, tourism, and the economy swing this revenue hard; look at multiple years and the off-season carrying cost.
Memberships, slip rentals, and league play are durable; one-off events and bar nights are volatile. Price the recurring base differently.
Deferred course work, lane refurbishments, and dock repairs add up fast; budget the real plan, not the seller's.
Event pipelines, member rolls, and online reputation drive the calendar — know whether they survive a change of owner.
Answers to common buyer questions for this market.
